At South West Water we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations - with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate.

We’re proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.

And we have huge ambitions.

Not only are we committed to reaching net-zero by 2030, but we’ve also partnered with Wildlife Trusts, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.

So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, #JustAddWater.

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity where you can apply your knowledge and problem-solving skills?

We currently have a fantastic opportunity available for a Planned Electrical Craftsperson (Electrical Maintenance Engineer) to join our team based in Plymouth and Totnes. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £34,368 - £40,729 per annum

You will also receive a guaranteed standby allowance, plus additional payments for call out and overtime opportunities.

You will also be entitled to a company van and a range of excellent company benefits.

You will be required to work a 37 hour week and benefit from 1 in 4 Fridays off.

About the role:

As the Planned Electrical Craftsperson you will take ownership of fault finding, repairing and maintaining South West Water (SWW) assets across a range of Waste Water company sites, treatment works and sewage pumping stations. To help ensure maximum asset availability and support the South West Water Vision by assisting to minimise risk to compliance and preventing pollutions.

You will provide services to a high standard in a sustainable manner that meets the required internal and external customer service levels, whilst minimising risk to compliance and meeting quality requirements.

What you'll be doing:

Carry out planned maintenance on electrical equipment to the highest standard of workmanship including, but not limited to:

Monitor, fault find, maintain and repair a wide variety of equipment on Wastewater Treatment sites, including: pumps, panels, motors, switchgear and specialist treatment process machinery.
Apply first level maintenance activities to all onsite assets.
Electrical control system repairs
Using Breathing Apparatus and working in confined spaces and/or at height if required
Development of new skills such as installing and maintaining electrical equipment in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Work with other disciplines in a workshop/mobile team.
An understanding of health and safety and be able to work in a considered manner that keeps you and those around you safe.
To maintain training and competencies in-line with job requirements including participation in the M+E competency framework.

The job includes responsibility for:

Providing recommended / detailed specification of parts for ordering of stock replacements and parts needed to undertake repairs.
Installation of new electrical equipment in line with BS7671
Undertake any training required to carry out work activities in a safe or legal manner.
Carrying out work activities as scheduled
Assisting Operational staff with the resolution of complex problems.
Keeping our internal customers updated with activities which may impact on their processes.
Using, or if necessary, requesting method statements and safe systems of work for the activities you carry out.
Acting as the duty electrical craft Person on a standby/call-out rota basis.

What we are looking for:

Essentials

5 GCSE’s (or equivalent) including Maths, English, and Science at grade C or above.
Apprenticeship supported by relevant formal qualifications e.g. City and Guilds, BTEC, ONC/HNC/HND
Compliant with current IEE Regs 18th Edition
A full UK driving license is required

Desirables

City & Guilds Inspect and Test 2391-10
CompEx 09/10
Industrial/Commercial experience required
Experience with VSD’s, soft starts and motor control systems
Understanding of Wiring Diagrams
Knowledge of working with Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
Good working knowledge of LV systems (working with 415vac down to 24vac and dc control and indication)

What's in it for you:

At South West Water, we don’t all do the same job, but we each get out of bed in the morning knowing that every day is a chance to make incredible things happen, together. In return for our people’s hard work and commitment, we offer an excellent range of benefits:

23 - 27 days' holiday allowance plus 8 bank holidays
Buy or sell annual leave to offer you extra flexibility
Opportunity to earn 13 additional days holiday through rota days
A company van
Buy a bike and safety equipment tax-free, through our Cycle to Work scheme
We offer free car parking at the majority of our sites
Take up to 26 weeks’ additional maternity leave
Share your parental leave and split your time off to care for your child how you choose
Invest in Pennon Group plc through our employee share schemes
We support our people by offering a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
Look after your wellbeing with our Champion Health support platform
Enjoy free eye tests and discounts on frames and lenses at Specsavers
Enjoy access to thousands of deals and discounts on supermarkets, high street shops, online retailers, travel, eating out, cinemas, gyms and much more though Perkbox
A range of group discounts: The Dell Advantage Programme, Virgin Media Affinity Scheme, Vodafone Advantage and more
A discretionary Bonus
Competitive Contributory Pension
And plenty more!

Closing date: Thursday 1st May 2025.

If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Planned Electrical Craftsperson - we look forward to receiving your application.

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.

Our core values which are essential to our success are:

Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.

Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.

Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.

Planned Electrical Craftsperson

South West Water

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