Electrical Craftsperson

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At South West Water we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations – with a vision and a culture that gives us the freedom to change, improve and innovate. We’re proud to provide reliable, efficient and high‑quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area. We are committed to reaching net‑zero by 2030 and have 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, #Just Add Water . If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity where you can apply your knowledge and problem‑solving skills, we have the perfect role for you.

We currently have a fantastic opportunity available for an Electrical Craftsperson to join our team based in Bodmin. You will work on a permanent full‑time contract, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £34,368 – £40,729 per annum.

You will also receive a guaranteed standby allowance (working a 1‑in‑8 rotation), plus additional payments for call‑out and overtime opportunities. You will 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.

As the Electrical Craftsperson you will take ownership of fault finding, repairing and maintaining assets across a range of operational sites for both Drinking Water Services and Waste Water Services. You will carry out planned work derived from maintenance schedules on operational assets and provide services to a high standard in a sustainable manner that meets required internal and external customer service levels, while minimising risk to compliance and meeting quality requirements.

• Delivery of quality support using expertise and experience in your discipline. Using electrical, control and process systems to maintain or minimise the risk and impact to our customers.
• Carrying out repairs and maintenance across operational sites. Diagnose faults on all aspects of asset control, electrical systems and automation.
• Working with other disciplines in a mobile field team.
• Liaising with all staff affected by any work undertaken.
• Compiling or updating site engineering documentation that enables operational functions to carry out, support and maintain the works process and performance.
• Proactively supporting internal customers in line with the South West Water vision of Trusted, Responsible, Collaborative and Progressive.
• Planning, prioritising and carrying out works to the satisfaction of the maintenance delivery model and the operations team as required.
• Conforming and adhering at all times to current ISO, H&S systems, procedures and policies.
• A willingness to undertake such training as is required to ensure continued improvement of technical skills and Health and Safety awareness remains up to date.
• Complying with all business rules relating to delivery of and feedback regarding all maintenance activity.

• 5 GCSEs (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.
• Compliance with current IEE Regs 18th Edition.
• Experience with fault finding & 3‑Phase electricals.
• A full UK driving licence.

• City & Guilds Inspect and Test 2391‑10.
• Industrial/Commercial experience.
• Experience with VSDs, 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 415
  
  VAC down to 24
  
  VAC and DC control and indication).

• 23‑27 days’ holiday allowance plus 8 bank holidays.
• Buy or sell annual leave for added flexibility.
• Opportunity to earn 13 additional days holiday through rota days.
• A company van.
• Cycle to Work scheme (bike and safety equipment tax‑free).
• Free car parking at the majority of our sites.
• Up to 26 weeks’…