> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3020346-network-operator](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3020346-network-operator). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Operator - **Company:** Thames Water Utilities Limited - **Location:** Reading, UK - **Salary:** £32,700.0 - £37,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Active Optical Networks - **Published:** September 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.thameswater.co.uk/VacancyInformation.aspx?VId=45030 ## About the Role + A problem-solving mindset and ability to perform under pressure. + Strong teamwork and collaboration skills. + Analytical thinking and data-driven decision-making. + IT literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) and adaptability to new digital tools. + Good numerical and communication skills for effective liaison with colleagues, stakeholders, and customers. + Familiarity with SCADA and GIS systems is advantageous but not essential. + Experience in water treatment, networks, or regulation is beneficial but not required. ## Description s a Network Operator, you'll be part of Thames Water's System Operations team-the only operations team that oversees water supply from source to tap. Working within the Water Control team, you'll help deliver a 24/7 service, ensuring safe, reliable, and high-quality water for our customers. What you'll be doing as a Network Operator As a Network Operator, you'll play a vital role in safeguarding Thames Water's supply system by monitoring performance, identifying risks, and coordinating responses to ensure uninterrupted service. You'll be at the heart of operational decision-making, using data and technology to maintain water quality, support emergency response, and enable essential maintenance and infrastructure projects. + Monitoring and managing our water supply system to identify emerging risks and implement timely solutions. + Using advanced technology to detect and prevent issues before they impact customers. + Ensuring water quality standards are consistently met to protect public health. + Providing technical guidance during emergency work to prevent environmental damage and maintain service continuity. + Responding to dynamic supply and demand patterns influenced by weather, social behaviours, and other external factors. + Supporting the delivery of multi-billion-pound engineering projects. + Facilitating essential maintenance of Thames Water's vast asset base while maintaining customer service standards. + Assessing incoming information from emails, calls, direct messages, and control room systems to prioritise risks and escalate high-consequence issues to the incident team. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [The Gashlycrumb Tinies of AI Networking You Must Know (or Languish!)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2067-the-gashlycrumb-tinies-of-ai-networking-you-must-know-or-languish) - [A Hitchhiker's Guide to Resource Efficient Software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1414-a-hitchhiker-s-guide-to-resource-efficient-software) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Intelligent Data Selection for Continual Learning of AI Functions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/367-intelligent-data-selection-for-continual-learning-of-ai-functions) - [Migrating half a million users to a new payment service provider](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/730-migrating-half-a-million-users-to-a-new-payment-service-provider) ## Related Articles - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london)