At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair electrical systems in a variety of operational sites.
- Company: Join South West Water, a leader in the UK water sector focused on sustainability.
- Benefits: Enjoy 23-27 days holiday, flexible leave options, and a competitive pension.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values inclusion and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on communities while working in stunning landscapes.
- Qualifications: Experience in fault finding and three-phase electrical systems required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose. 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. As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we're working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and support farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife.
We're looking for an Electrical Craftsperson to join our Barnstaple team. If you enjoy problem-solving, take pride in delivering high-quality work and want a role that offers variety, autonomy and impact, this is a fantastic opportunity.
You'll work across both Drinking Water and Waste Water operational sites, owning the maintenance, repair and fault diagnosis of a range of electrical and control assets. Your expertise will help ensure our services are safe, sustainable and reliable for our customers and communities.
- Carrying out electrical repairs, maintenance and fault diagnosis across a variety of sites and assets
- Working with electrical, control and process systems to ensure risks to our customers are minimised
- Collaborating with multi-disciplinary field teams
- Completing and updating engineering documentation to support operational performance
- Identifying opportunities for asset preservation, prevention of future faults and long-term improvement
- Undertaking training to continuously improve technical and safety skills
- Strong experience in fault finding & three-phase electrical systems
- Full UK driving licence
- Industrial or commercial electrical experience
At South West Water, everyone plays a part in making amazing things happen. 23-27 days' holiday plus 8 bank holidays, the option to buy or sell annual leave, up to 13 additional days of holiday through rota days, free parking at most sites, Cycle to Work scheme, 26 weeks' additional maternity leave, shared parental leave options, employee share schemes (Pennon Group plc), free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, free eye tests + Specsavers discounts, thousands of deals via Pennon Perks (shopping, travel, entertainment, gyms & more), discretionary bonus, competitive contributory pension.
If you're ready for a new challenge and want to build a career with a business that values you, click Apply Now to become our next Electrical Craftsperson. 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. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities.
Locations
Electrical engineer engineer in Barnstaple, Devon employer: South West Water
At South West Water, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion. Our Barnstaple team provides a unique opportunity for Electrical Craftspersons to engage in meaningful work that directly impacts the community while enjoying generous benefits such as flexible holiday options, professional development opportunities, and a competitive pension scheme. Join us in our mission to deliver safe and sustainable water services across the stunning landscapes of the South West, where your contributions will truly make a difference.
