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Join South West Water – Where Your Skills Make a Difference

At South West Water, we’re more than just a water company. We’re guardians of one of the UK’s most beautiful regions, delivering safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services to millions of people. Our vision? To create a sustainable future for generations to come. That means reaching net‑zero by 2030, protecting local wildlife, and working hand‑in‑hand with communities across the South West.

If you’re looking for a role where your expertise keeps essential services running, where every day brings new challenges, and where your work truly matters—this is it.

As a Planned Electrical Craftsperson, you’ll be the go‑to expert for maintaining and repairing electrical systems across our wastewater treatment sites. From pumps and motors to control panels and switchgear, you’ll ensure our assets run efficiently and reliably—helping prevent environmental risks and keeping communities safe.

This role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to develop new skills in a supportive team environment.

• Competitive salary: £35,777 – £42,399 per year
• Extra earnings: Guaranteed standby allowance + overtime and call‑out payments
• Company van provided
• Flexible time off: 1 in 4 Fridays off
• Generous holiday: 23–27 days + bank holidays, plus the option to buy or sell leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free parking at most sites
• Employee share schemes
• Wellbeing support through Champion Health
• Discounts on shopping, travel, gyms, and more via Perkbox
• Competitive contributory pension
• Discretionary bonus
• And plenty more!

• Carry out planned maintenance and repairs on electrical equipment across wastewater treatment sites
• Work on pumps, motors, panels, switchgear, and specialist process machinery
• Install new electrical equipment in line with BS7671 standards
• Diagnose and repair electrical control systems
• Collaborate with other disciplines in a mobile team
• Ensure safety at all times, including compliance with RAMS and IEE regulations
• Participate in standby/call‑out rota

• 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

• 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)

Ready to energise your career?

Apply today and join a team where your expertise powers essential services and helps build a sustainable future.

Closing date: 21st January 2026

Please note: Successful candidates will undergo a DBS check.

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.