Controller

Southern Water•Worthington, MN

About The Position

Joining Southern Water as a Day Controller during our Operational Control Centre transformation is an exciting opportunity. Controllers are essential to our Water and Wastewater Services, ensuring the smooth operation of our systems through high-level alarm management and control. This role focuses on monitoring and controlling our Sewage Treatment Works and Sewage Pumping Stations, ensuring that alarm data is meticulously analysed, and resources are promptly mobilized when assets underperform.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail
The ability to work under pressure
A proactive approach to environmental protection
A customer-first and environment-focused mindset
A solid commitment to health and safety
GCSE level or equivalent education

Nice To Haves

Experience operating alarm management systems, and Company Office IT systems is desirable.
Experience working on Southern Water waste sites is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Provide continuous monitoring and control, ensuring our sewage treatment works and pumping stations operate efficiently.
Analyse data from control systems, you will coordinate with schedulers to facilitate rapid responses to alarms and alerts.
Provide accurate, timely, and concise information to Southern Water, service providers, contractors, and other stakeholders, adhering to company standards and statutory requirements.
Maintain vigilance over alarm systems, ensuring prompt and appropriate responses to any alerts.
Allocate tasks to relevant teams, ensuring smooth operations and maintaining regular communication to facilitate effective response to operational issues.
Ensure the delivery of precise and timely information to all stakeholders, maintaining transparency and clear communication lines.
Strictly adhere to health, safety, and welfare requirements, prioritizing the well-being of all team members and the public.
Engage in training programs and comply with all system requirements, including the ‘License to Control’ development programme.
Collaborate effectively within the team, adapting to the dynamic environment and supporting team members to meet operational demands.
Utilize various Southern Water systems to proactively manage and escalate issues. This includes integrating data on asset conditions, alarms, and weather to inform operational responses, ensuring a comprehensive approach to system management.