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. 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.

Are you looking for a new and rewarding role where you can put your hands-on skills to effective use and offers opportunities to develop?   

Do you want to join a friendly team and travel around the beautiful locations of the South West?

We currently have an opportunity available for two Building &Grounds Maintenance Operative roles to join our team based at Pynes WTW, Devon EX5 5EQ.

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You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, subject to a successful 3-month probationary period being completed. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £25,274 per annum + excellent benefits.

To apply for this role, you must live within fifteen miles / 30 minutes travel of your base. 

You will conduct a range of grounds maintenance activities at various sites across Drinking Water Services during spring, summer and early autumn. Out of the growing season your work may also  include building maintenance activities. Both will come under the guidance of the Minor Works Team leader. 

What you will be doing

• Complete reactive and planned buildings and grounds maintenance work across  SWW assets including, but not limited to:

• Grass Cutting, Strimming, Tree Work (at ground level), Hedge Trimming

• Path repairs and maintenance – gravel, concrete, slabs, step repairs and maintenance

• Use powered plant and equipment, hand tools and chemicals

• Woodwork & door furniture repairs and maintenance

• Roof gutter repairs and maintenance

• Painting and decorating

• Accurate and timely feedback of activities completed

• Adhere to schedules, business rules and procedures

• Liaise with the Team Leader and Central Support Administrator to ensure that all work schedules are optimised

• Assist in dealing with customer enquiries when directly approached in a calm and friendly manner and pass information to management when appropriate

• Ensure all work is conducted with consideration of health and safety and in accordance with Safe Systems of Work

• Ensure that all activities enhance the reputation and image of the company

What we are looking for

• A full UK Driving Licence (to include classification BE) – – Essential

• Experience of operating grounds maintenance machinery – Preferable but not essential

• Experience of general building repairs & maintenance – Preferable but not essential

• Experience of and understanding the importance of teamwork – Preferable

• Ability to adhere to Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work

• Knowledge of health & safety principles & working safely

• A flexible approach to working hours to meet work demands

• A “can do” attitude with a desire to learn from colleagues, in-house and online training modules, understand and adopt a flexible approach to support the business

• A proficient level of maths and IT

What's in it for you

At South West Water, in return for our people’s hard work and commitment, we offer an excellent range of benefits:

• Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays

• Buy or sell annual leave to offer you extra flexibility

• A discretionary Bonus

• Competitive Contributory Pension

• Invest in Pennon Group plc through our employee share schemes

• Take up to 26 weeks’ additional maternity leave

• Share your parental leave and split your time off to care for your child how you choose

• Buy a bike and safety equipment tax-free, through our Cycle to Work scheme

• We support our people by offering a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme

• Look after your wellbeing with our Champion Health support platform

• We offer free car parking at most of our sites

• 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 Perkbox

• A range of group discounts: The Dell Advantage Programme, Virgin Media Affinity Scheme, Vodaphone Advantage and more

If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered for one of our 

Minor Works Assistant (Buildings & Grounds Maintenance) roles - we look forward to receiving your application.

Closing Date: 13th February

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

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.