Bolton, Radcliffe Hybrid working Competitive salary
At United Utilities, we're building a stronger, greener, healthier North West and we're investing in the people, skills and capabilities that make that possible. We're looking for a Technical Training Specialist to support our Wastewater Treatment business area and help shape the future of technical learning across our operations.
This is a hands-on, specialist role where you'll design and deliver high-impact training programmes that ensure our colleagues are safe, competent and confident in their roles.
What you'll be doing:
- Supporting the development of training programmes for new and existing wastewater treatment roles
- Designing and delivering blended learning solutions mapped to water industry frameworks and regulatory requirements
- Conducting competence assessments to ensure safe and compliant operational performance
- Collaborating with Health & Safety partners and subject matter experts to review and enhance training content
- Supervising and monitoring colleagues during training to ensure safety and performance standards
- Building training plans that cover both initial and refresher needs across the business
- Producing lesson plans, schemes of work, and assessment criteria for internal programmes
- Maintaining relationships with accrediting bodies like Energy & Utility Skills
- Advising on the creation and management of technical Standard Operating Procedures, Asset Care Plans, and Health & Safety procedures
- Capturing and acting on delegate feedback to continuously improve training delivery
What we're looking for:
- Demonstrable experience in Wastewater Treatment operations
- Time-served or qualified to BTEC, NVQ, HNC, or equivalent level
- Working towards or holding a recognised teaching or assessor qualification
- Strong knowledge of technical and health & safety requirements across wastewater roles
- Experience developing and assessing technical competence and training content
- Familiarity with competence frameworks and regulatory standards
- Excellent communication skills across all levels of experience
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage workload and business expectations
What's in it for you:
- A competitive salary + up to 10.5% bonus
- Sharebuy
- Up to 14% employer contribution pension (21% combined)
- 26 days' holiday rising to 30 with service, plus bank holidays
- A wide range of private healthcare and wellbeing benefits
- Hybrid working with flexibility built in
- A chance to make a real impact in a high-investment, high-growth area of the business
- A supportive, inclusive culture where your expertise will be valued
We're more than just water. We're a purpose-driven organisation committed to sustainability, innovation, and the communities we serve. Join us and be part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. Whether you join a team that shares your vision or connect with colleagues across our networks, you'll find a welcoming and supportive organisation ready to help you thrive.