Process Technician

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

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Peacehaven is seeking a Process Technician to maintain and repair wastewater treatment works. You will be responsible for undertaking maintenance and responding to alarms while ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 NVQ Mechanical qualification and have problem-solving skills. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a company van and pension contributions up to 11%.

Benefits

Company van for business use

Health Care cash plan cover

Pension contributions up to 11%

25 days annual holiday

Life assurance payment equal to four times salary

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• Experience in the water industry is desirable.
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Undertake reactive and planned maintenance of plant and equipment.
• Install new plant and equipment as required.
• Respond to alarms and fault-find issues.
• Carry out inspection and testing on mechanical equipment.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Level 3 NVQ Mechanical qualification

Job description

Process Technician page is loaded## Process Technicianlocations: PEACEHAVEN: UCKFIELDposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: January 6, 2026 (19 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR7575**Closing Date**2026-01-06**Process Technician - Mechanic**Location: Peacehaven - 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.* Participate in standby cover if required.# # # **Additional Requirements**Standby if required on a 1-in-7 day rota.# # # **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