Network Operations Technician

Job Description Do you want a challenging job where you, together with your colleagues, contribute to an important societal function? Do you enjoy working outdoors and with your hands? Then keep reading! We offer a varied role as an Operations Technician for the utility network, where you will have significant responsibility. This is what the job entails. In this position, you will work as an Operations Technician for the water and wastewater utility network and, together with your colleagues, be responsible for the operation, ongoing service, and maintenance of the public sewage network. You will spend most of your time on assignments in all of VA SYD's member municipalities (Burlöv, Eslöv, Lomma, Lund, Malmö, and Svedala). We prioritize safety and quality in our work. The work is typically based at our facility on Agnesfridsvägen in Malmö, but our projects and tasks are located throughout VA SYD's entire operational area. The Distribution department is responsible for all components included in a distribution facility: utility networks, pump stations, storage facilities, pressure boosting stations, and reservoirs. The department is responsible for both renewal planning and network improvements. It also oversees the Bulltofta water treatment plant. Wastewater is distributed within VA SYD's member municipalities. The unit is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the sewage network and associated facilities and equipment necessary for transporting wastewater from customers to the treatment plant. Read more about our ongoing projects here: https://www.vasyd.se/Driftinformation We are looking for someone who: • Supports our environmental identity and our core values of quality, commitment, and responsiveness • Has a genuine interest in development and wants to help drive the business forward • Has relevant education or experience, but above all, the willingness and commitment to learn the job • Possesses good collaboration skills and is adept at meeting both internal and external customer expectations • Is structured and results-oriented, with the ability to plan and prioritize work effectively • Is meticulous, analytical, and has a strong safety mindset • Enjoys working independently but is also a team player • Has good communication skills and can remain calm even in stressful situations You will join a workplace with a strong sense of community and pride in our goals and essential societal missions, where you will be given significant responsibility and the opportunity to influence both your work and your own professional development. We care about our employees and invest in participation and development, as well as a balance between work and leisure, offering wellness time, wellness benefits, and the option to exchange vacation days. We actively work to ensure that VA SYD is perceived as a very good workplace by our employees. VA SYD conducts essential societal operations and therefore places high demands on security and confidentiality awareness among our employees. Some of our positions are classified for security, meaning that you as an applicant may need to undergo a security screening before employment in accordance with the Security Protection Act (2018:585). Some of our positions may also involve military placement. In this recruitment, VA SYD is collaborating with Randstad, and you will be employed directly by VA SYD. If you have questions about the position, please contact the responsible recruiter, Nadia Milotti. We are working with ongoing selection. Responsibilities • Perform and document planned inspections, service, and maintenance of the sewage network. • Troubleshoot and analyze operational problems in the utility network. • Manage urgent operational disturbances and take measures to prevent service interruptions. • Participate in planned repairs and other maintenance efforts. • Update and analyze map data in GIS systems. • Actively contribute to a safe and secure working environment. • On-call duty may be included in the role. Qualifications • High school diploma. • Education or experience relevant to the tasks and role. • Good technical understanding and experience working with digital documentation and GIS. • Proficient in Swedish, both spoken and written. • Class B driver's license (BE and C licenses are advantageous). About the Company VA SYD VA SYD is one of Sweden's largest water and waste organizations, making significant investments in sustainable wastewater treatment and driving environmentally smart solutions in community building. Our operations run around the clock, serve over half a million customers, and generate an annual revenue of one and a half billion. We purify, ensure the quality of, and deliver drinking water while managing what is flushed down our drains to protect oceans and waterways. We handle heavy rainfall by creating innovative solutions for water flow and collect waste for recycling and reuse. We motivate and inspire our customers to make smart environmental choices.