Planned Electrical Craftsperson

Planned Electrical Craftsperson

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.

• 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

What you\’ll be doing

• 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

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 licence 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)

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.