Network Operator

Reading, England, United Kingdom • Posted May 27, 2026

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Reading, England

Posted: May 27, 2026

Category: Computer Occupations

Application Deadline: July 06, 2026

Role Description

What you’ll be doing
 as a Network Operator
Monitoring and controlling the water distribution network using SCADA and telemetry systems to manage pressures, flows and customer supply.

Responding to alarms, incidents and emerging issues, taking timely action to protect customers and assets.

Working closely with field teams, issuing permits, managing isolations and coordinating operational activities.

Triaging emergency customer supply issues, particularly during out-of-hours periods.

Maintaining treated water storage levels and supporting overall network stability.

Raising work orders, tracking faults through to resolution and escalating risks where needed.

Keeping accurate logs, records and handovers to ensure smooth control room operations.

Escalating unresolved risks in line with governance and emergency procedures.
Base location: Kemble Court, Reading
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