Process Technician

GFL Environmental Inc.; Horsham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in the United Kingdom seeks a Process Technician to maintain wastewater treatment works and ensure compliance with environmental standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 NVQ Mechanical qualification, a full UK driving licence, and problem-solving skills. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary of £36,954.02 to £44,344 per annum and includes benefits like a company van and pension contributions with up to 11% from the employer. There are opportunities for career progression and training.

Benefits

Company van

Health Care cash plan

Pension contributions up to 11%

Annual holiday days

Occupational health service

Retail discount app

Performance-related bonus

Community volunteering days

Flexible maternity leave

Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ Mechanical qualification with certificates.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience in the water industry (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair wastewater treatment works and pumping stations.
• Respond to alarms and resolve mechanical issues.
• Accurately update company systems and databases.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Level 3 NVQ Mechanical qualification

Job description

Process Tech (Mech) page is loaded## Process Tech (Mech)locations: GODDARDS GREEN: HORSHAM: HENFIELDtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: January 28, 2026 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR7785**Closing Date**2026-01-28**Process Technician - Mechanic**Location: Goddards Green, Sussex - you will also need to be willing to travel across multiple sites and have a current full driving licence.Contract Type: PermanentHours: 38 hoursSalary: Base pay ranges £36,954.02 up to £44,344 per annum (depending on skills and experience)**Benefits:*** A company van (for business use only) which you can take home, and a fuel card* Health Care cash plan cover (with options to upgrade for family coverage)* Pension contributions up to 11% (depending on your contribution)For a full list of benefits, please visit our careers page or see below.# # # **About the role**Join our Wastewater Team to maintain and repair wastewater treatment works, sludge centres, and pumping stations. Ensure compliance with environmental, quality, and safety standards while supporting continuous improvement.# # # **What you will be responsible for:*** Undertake reactive and planned maintenance of plant and equipment.* Install new plant and equipment as required.* Respond to alarms and fault-find issues, fixing or escalating as needed.* Carry out inspection and testing on mechanical equipment following company procedures.* Provide technical expertise to internal and external contractors.* Update company systems and databases accurately and promptly.* Be available to participate in standby cover# # # **Additional Requirements**There will be opportunities to earn overtime through Standby.# # # **What you’ll bring to the role:**## Essential* Level 3 NVQ Mechanical qualification with certificates.* Full UK driving licence.* Problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.## Desirable* Experience in water industry.* Strong understanding of pumping station operation and wastewater treatment process.* Knowledge of health and safety legislation.# # # **Progression opportunities**Southern Water offers career progression, training, and development opportunities.# # # **About Southern Water**Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box.We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.*"At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need."*If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details here: Introduce Yourself (myworkdaysite.com- )**Our Commitment to Diversity**We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.* We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so if you are interested in the position please do send your application over today to ensure consideration.* We truly appreciate every application. Please note, that due to the volume of interest, we may not be able to provide personalised feedback to all applicants.### Our Benefits* Company and performance-related bonus* Generous pension with up to 11% company contribution* Life assurance payment equal to four times your annual salary* Health benefits through a Cash Plan* Two paid community volunteering days a year* 25 days annual holiday* Occupational health service* Retail discount app* We offer competitive maternity leave, and flexible return to work options