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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.

We're recruiting for a Network Maintenance Technician to join our team working in Bodmin.

Joining us on a full-time, permanent basis, you will receive a competitive salary, ranging from £28,030 - £35,342 per annum, with the opportunity to earn more through our company progression scheme. In addition to this, you will also receive a salary uplift allowance for taking part in the standby rota.

As a Network Maintenance Technician, you will keep our essential services running, playing a part in delivering safe, reliable drinking water to communities, businesses and homes.

This is a varied, field-based role, working across operational sites and network assets, supporting both planning maintenance and operational response.

What you'll be doing:

• Undertaking maintenance tasks on network assets and premises to ensure they are well maintained, serviceable and operationally efficient. This includes: servicing pressure valves, pump stations, control valves and network fittings and reservoir assets.

• Assisting with planned and reactive work to minimise supply disruptions.

• Completing site inspections, maintenance and repairs across operational facilities.

• Work in accordance with all associated QMS procedures.

• Adhere to Health, Safety and Security policies at all times.

• Be aware of the environment when carrying out maintenance activities.

What we're looking for:

• Hands-on maintenance skills across buildings and structures.

• Proven experience of working within a water, utilities or operational maintenance environment.

• Ability to work independently in a field-based role, and as part of a wider team.

• Good organisation skills and the ability to work to deadlines.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to provide high quality customer service.

• Commitment to health, safety, security and environmental standards.

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

• Full UK driving licence (B&E minimum).

What's in it for you:

• Competitive salary, with the opportunity to earn more through standby and overtime.

• Generous holiday allowance, plus Bank Holidays and the opportunity to buy and sell annual leave.

• Competitive contributory pension scheme.

• Access to thousands of discounts through our perks platform.

• Wellbeing support and employee assistance programme.

• Cycle to Work scheme.

Closing Date: 22nd April 2026

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. 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.

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.