Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant & System Operators
Code: 51-8031.00Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Operate or control an entire process or system of machines, often through the use of control boards, to transfer or treat water or wastewater.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Plant Operator
Process Operator (Process Op)
Relief Operator
Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator (WWTP Operator)
Wastewater Operator (WW Operator)
Wastewater Technician (Wastewater Tech)
Water Control Dispatcher
Water Plant Operator
Water Treatment Operator
Water Treatment Plant Operator
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Collect and test water and sewage samples, using test equipment and color analysis standards.
- Operate and adjust controls on equipment to purify and clarify water, process or dispose of sewage, and generate power.
- Record operational data, personnel attendance, or meter and gauge readings on specified forms.
Frequently Asked Questions About Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant & System Operators
Salaries for a Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant & System Operators vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant & System Operators in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant & System Operators include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant & System Operators professionals across diverse sectors.
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Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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