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A unique opportunity has arisen for an Alarm Optimisation Technical Assistant to support the delivery of a major rationalisation and optimisation programme across all Sewage Pumping Stations (SPS) and Sewage Treatment Works (STW). The role is being offered on a fixed-term (initial 1-year SPS phase, followed by 1-year STW phase), with potential for extension based on project outcomes and future rationalisation needs.
About this role:
To role will support the delivery of the Alarm Rationalisation Project across all Sewage Pumping Stations (SPS) and Sewage Treatment Works (STW). The role focuses on reviewing, reprioritising, labelling, and optimising configured alarms in the SCADA system in line with the Alarm Philosophy and EEMUA standards. The Technical Assistant will play a key role in data analysis, documentation, reporting, and engagement with operational teams to ensure alarm handling is simplified, consistent, and effective.