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Our Major Water Infrastructure Programme

Strategic Water Resource Options: Shaping the future of water - and careers

At the heart of one of the West Country’s most significant water infrastructure programmes is a team of people driven by purpose. At South West Water, we’re proud to be playing a key role in delivering resilient, sustainable water solutions- while creating opportunities for talented individuals to work on projects that truly matter.

In collaboration with Wessex Water and West Country Water and Environment (WCWE), we’re developing Strategic Resource Options (SROs) - large-scale, forward-thinking projects designed to protect water resources and strengthen long-term environmental resilience.

These aren’t just infrastructure projects; they’re opportunities for our people to apply their expertise to challenges that will shape the future of the regions water supply for generations.

Why this work matters

Water underpins everything, from the homes we live in to the businesses and communities that sustain the West Country. Investing in these projects today means protecting something essential for future generations: reliable, sustainable access to water in a changing world.

But it’s not just about the outcome - it’s about the people making it happen.

For our teams, this work offers the opportunity to tackle complex, real-world challenges where their expertise has a visible, lasting impact. Whether they’re designing innovative engineering solutions, protecting sensitive environments, or navigating regulatory frameworks, every role plays a part in shaping a more resilient future.

It’s meaningful work, delivered in a collaborative environment where knowledge is shared, ideas are encouraged, and individuals are supported to grow. Because we know that when our people thrive, the projects and the communities they serve do too.

Want to be a part of it?

To deliver such important major water infrastructure projects like the Cheddar 2 SRO, we need talented people who want to use their skills and knowledge to make a difference and be part of a more sustainable future. 

Whether you're an engineer, environmental specialist, or have a financial, regulatory or project management background, you'll have the opportunity to work on some complex, collaborative challenges - working alongside passionate, supportive experts. 

What you'll get:

  • Access to a host of benefits, from employee share options, discounts and savings in the high street, 24/7 employee assistance programmes and the flexibility to buy and sell annual leave to suit your requirements. 
  • The opportunity to work on nationally significant, future-focused projects.
  • A supportive team of subject matter experts - all working towards a joint goal. 
  • Support with accessing and undertaking training and development opportunities. 

Live roles:

PMO Manager | Exeter/Bristol

Lead Regulatory Manager | Exeter/Bristol

Senior Finance Business Partner | Exeter/Bristol

Senior Project Manager, Major Projects - Cheddar 2 | Exeter/Bristol

Major Projects Engineering Delivery Director | Exeter/Bristol

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About South West Water

We look after the water and wastewater services for 1.8 million customers across Cornwall, Devon, the Isles of Scilly and parts of Dorset and Somerset.

From treatment and maintenance, to innovation and improvements, we're busy every day finding and fixing leaks, unblocking sewers and going bigger and further in our environmental work to be a company you can be proud of.

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