Network Maintenance technician

New Today

Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose

Read all the information about this opportunity carefully, then use the application button below to send your CV and application.
South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK's most stunning landscapes.
We're proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we're working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife.
Whether you're starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career.
Ready to make a splash? Join our team today.
Do you want to work for a large, local employer offering you a stable career? Are you looking for a hands-on role where no two days are the same?
We currently have a fantastic opportunity available for a Network Maintenance Technician to join our team based in Barnstaple, North Devon (with flexibility to attend other areas if required).
You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £28,030 - £33,950 per annum, in line with company progression scheme, with additional standby/on call and overtime opportunities.
About the role:
As a Network Maintenance Technician, you'll use your skills, knowledge and experience to provide crucial operational maintenance on assets such as service reservoirs, pressure reducing valves, general maintenance to sites and buildings, and support activities within the Network Service Delivery teams. All while providing high quality customer service and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders.
Once fully trained, you'll actively participate in the standby and call out rotations.
What You'll Be Doing?

Undertaking maintenance tasks on all Network assets and premises to ensure they are maintained, serviceable, and operationally efficient such as Service reservoirs, mains pressure reducing valves, Air valves
Working in accordance with all associated QMS procedures and ensure an awareness level of them is maintained through self-learning/understanding
Being aware and compliant with all requirements to protect the environment because of maintenance activities
Supporting the effective delivery of supply interruption mitigation techniques - active involvement in planned and reactive deployment in and out of hours
Supporting and undertaking such other activities needed within the Water Distribution network to ensure its operation
Carrying out all tasks in such a way that contamination is prevented and understanding what action to take in the event of contamination or a suspected contamination
Once fully trained, participating in standard standby and call out rotas as necessary to maintain the effective delivery of Drinking Water Service
Undertaking, always, the provision of good relations with customers, public authorities, other bodies, and colleagues by working within the required levels of customer service
Adhering to Health, Safety & Security policies and standards
Service reservoir cleaning, confined space entry required

What We Are Looking For?

Full UK B driving licence, (B+E Desired)
Experience of working within a water supply environment
A demonstrable capability to maintain buildings and structures
Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise your workload
Previous experience working on own initiative and/or working as part of a team
Minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths
Proven experience of providing high quality internal and external Customer Service
EUSR Water Hygiene Certificate (Desired)

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:
Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays and the opportunity to buy and sell your leave
Buy a bike and safety equipment tax-free, through our Cycle to Work scheme
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 access to thousands of deals and discounts on supermarkets, high street shops, online retailers, travel, eating out, cinemas, gyms and much more through our Pennon Perks scheme
A discretionary Bonus
Competitive Contributory Pension

Closing Date: 17th April
We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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. xbpsjku Own the challenge.

Apply

Location:: Barnstaple
Job Type:: FullTime
Category:: Construction And Property

Start a New Search

Network Maintenance technician

We found some similar jobs based on your search

Network Maintenance technician

Network Maintenance technician

Network Maintenance technician

Network Maintenance technician

Network Maintenance technician

Network Maintenance technician