Operational Technology Engineer

AtSouth West Waterwe believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations - with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate.

We're proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.

And we have huge ambitions.

Not only are we committed to reaching net zero by 2030, but we've also partnered with Wildlife Trusts, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.

So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, .

Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your previous skills and experience, in a trusted and collaborative workplace? Have you got what it takes to contribute to the operation and maintenance of our service, as part of one of the largest businesses in the South West?

We currently have an opportunity for OT Engineer to join our team based in Devon. Joining us on a permanent full time basis, you will receive a competitive salary of £44,810 - £49,566 per annumplus excellent benefits.

As our Operational Technology (OT) Engineer you will be installing, repairing, and maintaining critical remote plant and process control systems, supporting the safe and efficient delivery of operational services.

Responsible for the timely delivery of capital investment, engaging Operational staff, regional managers and third party contractors, on budget to a high standard while adhering to technical standards, governance, policies and procedures.

The scope of the technology base is wide, including sensors, instrumentation, plant networks, PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition), process control and telemetry.

This role will require the successful candidate to pass National Security Vetting. It is essential that these checks are completed prior to the successful candidate joining and, as such, applicants should be aware there could be an extended onboarding timescale as a result.

• Deliver projects on budget within agreed timescales to the agreed scope using established project and change governance. Programme PLCs, telemetry and SCADA systems to efficiently control and monitor manned and unmanned plant.
• Coordinate and collaborate with operation functions and Group IT functions to ensure availability, serviceability, reliability and scalability of solutions.
• Provide timely response to operational issues, performing onsite analysis, diagnoses and resolution of complex problems.
• Manage OT services using system administration tools and access.
• Ensure adherence to department information security policies.
• Engage with OT Delivery Manager and OT Maintenance Managers, instrumentation, and OT standards engineers to provide levels of technical detail that help to drive Industrial Control System (ICS) technical standards necessary to ensure we comply with relevant legislation including UK NIS (Network and Information Systems) directive, exploit technology and standardise implementations.
• Participate in a standby rota to ensure availability of OT Services 24 7 365.

• Relevant industrial control apprenticeship, qualifications, or training.
• Compliant with current IEE regulations.
• Extensive and broad based operational/industrial technology experience, in a medium/large organisation.
• Experience of process control and ELV/LV electrical systems.
• Working with PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) including management and programming, with an understanding of communication protocols particularly on Schneider platforms.
• Demonstrate working with colleagues, contractors and partners to deliver site based industrial technology.
• Familiar with scoping and quoting projects and work packages.
• Excellent IT skills and a technical bias.
• Full UK driver's licence and an ability to travel around the work area using company vehicle.
• Ability to complete UK Government Security Clearance (SC) process successfully.

• We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long term career with us. We're one of the largest companies in the South West and are proud to have been awarded Investors in People recognition. In return, we offer an excellent range of benefits including:
• Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays.
• A discretionary Bonus.
• Competitive Contributory Pension.
• Share save Scheme.
• Various health benefits.
• Wellbeing support programmes.
• A range of Group Discounts.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Financial support services.
• And plenty more!

£44,810 - £49,566 a year

Closing Date: 25th December 2025

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