Alternative Water Supply Technician

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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 an AWS Technician/ HGV Driver to join our team based in Plymouth. You will join us on a full‑time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £28,018 per annum depending on experience/HGV qualification plus a guaranteed shift allowance of £4,427, plus standby payment incorporating overtime opportunities and an excellent range of company benefits.

This is a rare opportunity to work with a great team in a flexible role with a blend of using your HGV driving experience and maintenance of equipment at the depot. The team are scheduled to work on a shift rotation and this is something that you need to be signed on to from day 1.

• Supplying Alternative water supplies (AWS) via pump tanker, Arlington bowser, overland hose
• Carrying out routine vehicle checks
• The maintenance and repair of supply interruption mitigation equipment, including Line stopping & by‑passing tools, Hydrant Wizard, Ferrule replacement and Under pressure valve installation (EZValve)
• Ensuring company Supply Interruption ODI is at the forefront of all operations
• Providing AWS and SI mitigation packages to AWS and NT techs – for example, designing & mapping locations of overland hoses, tanker hook‑ups and new valve installations
• Working in accordance with all associated QMS procedures and ensuring an awareness level of them is maintained through self‑learning/understanding
• Being aware of and compliant with all requirements to protect the environment as a consequence of network operational duties
• Supporting and undertaking any such other activities needed within the Water Distribution network to ensure its operation, including Trunk main walking, Mains flushing and Leak detection
• Carrying out all requisite tasks in such a way that contamination is prevented and understanding what action to take in the event of contamination or suspected contamination.
• Participating in defined standby and call out rotas as necessary

• Full UK B driving license, B+E (Desired) C (Desired) C+E (Desired)
• Generally experienced in mechanical duties i.e. first‑line maintenance of equipment, pumps, valves, etc
• Good general standard of education with a minimum of a GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English, Maths and a Science
• Proven experience of working within a water supply environment

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
• Buy or sell annual leave to offer you extra flexibility
• Shift allowance: £4,427
• Over time allowance
• Buy a bike and safety equipment tax‑free, through our Cycle to Work scheme
• 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 Pennon Perks
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