Operational Technology Technician

Our OT Technicians provide technical support for our control systems, including PLC, HMI, SCADA, intelligent motor drives and communication equipment.

This is a hands-on role that will see you joining a dedicated team that fault finds, maintains and carries out improvements to our critical control systems across water production and wastewater recycling.

You will need a free-thinking, can-do attitude, and a flexible approach to the everyday problems you will encounter. You will be providing innovative technical solutions and technical support to divisional engineering teams.

Do you have experience using control systems? Are you looking to take your career to the next level? If so, we have the perfect opportunity to expand your experience with an award-winning organisation.,

• Experience in an ICA or control systems environment with working knowledge of industrial control systems and associated communication systems.


• A minimum Level 3 qualification in an Engineering or Technical discipline.


• Electrical competency (BS7671 is desirable).


• Be flexible, know how to connect with others and pride yourself on being proactive and bringing positive, bright ideas to the team.


• Take responsibility for tasks and projects you've been assigned.


• Be able to manage your own time and adapt to change.


• Be driven to succeed, aspire for excellence and think outside the box.


• Be customer-focused and an excellent communicator at all levels so that you can develop close working relationships with peers across the business.


• Great business awareness and commercial skills and the ability to organise your workload efficiently so that you can work with minimal supervision.


• Knowledge of multiple PLC, HMI and SCADA platforms, including Siemens TIA, Step 7 and Mitsubishi GX/GT Works would be beneficial.


We recognise that this is a highly technical and challenging role and will offer ongoing career development and training opportunities in all areas for the right individuals.

We are one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West. The work we do goes beyond providing an essential public service. We also aim to have a positive impact on the communities we serve and the natural environment.

Our people tell us Wessex Water is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have the opportunity to develop and progress your career, while also receiving health and wellbeing support.

We also continue to promote diversity and inclusion - with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to be a Disability Confident Employer and have signed the Armed Forces Covenant.

This is an exciting opportunity to join us and if you would like to be part of our journey, we would love to hear from you. Please do not hesitate to let us know about any additional support you may need.

3.6 out of 5
Cornishway West, Taunton TA1
£41,000 - £44,600 a year - Permanent,
• Total pension contributions up to 20%.


• Career progression and professional development opportunities.


• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.


• The opportunity to buy up to ten days' holiday and sell up to five every year.


• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.


• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.


• A new electric car in exchange for part of your gross salary.


• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.


• One paid volunteering day each year.


• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.


• An interactive health and wellbeing platform.


• Support from mental health first aiders.


• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone to work for us.