The Role
At South West Water we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations - with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate.
We’re proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.
And we have huge ambitions.
Not only are we committed to reaching net-zero by 2030, but we’ve also partnered with Wildlife Trusts, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.
So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, #JustAddWater.
We currently have an opportunity available for a Mechanical Fitter to join our team working in Bournemouth. You will join us on a full-time, 12 months fixed term basis, and in return, you will receive a salary of £30,000 - £35,000 per annum plus benefits.
About the role:
You will fault find, repair and maintain South West Water assets across a range of company sites, predominantly water treatment works and pumping stations. You will also help ensure maximum asset availability and support the SWW Pure vision by assisting in minimising risk to compliance, quality requirements and health & safety.
What you’ll be doing:
- Working on fixed plant on Water Treatment sites to fault find, repair and maintain a wide variety of equipment including pumps, gearboxes and specialist treatment process machinery
- Working on mobile plant repairing and servicing dumpers, diggers, loading shovels and specialist Filter Plant.
- Manufacture and fabricate parts and equipment
- Work with other disciplines in a workshop/mobile team
- Follow the business and departmental rules associated with workflow and management
- Working in a manner that keeps you and those around you safe
- Asset repair and maintenance as scheduled by your manager
- Undertaking any training required in order to carry out work activities in a safe or legal manner
- Carrying out work activities as scheduled by your manager
- Assisting operational staff with the resolution of complex problems
- Providing accurate and timely feedback of activities completed
- Having a good understanding of Health & Safety responsibilities in a workplace
- Working with or in close proximity to chemicals in accordance with COSHH, QMS Procedures and relevant Health and Safety standards
- Instructing & assisting in the development of trainees/apprentices
What we are looking for:
- A completed apprenticeship in a relevant technical discipline
- Experience of working in a mechanical or engineering role
- Ability to deliver an effective maintenance service in both workshop and site environments
What's in it for you:
- Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
- Buy or sell annual leave to offer you extra flexibility
- Buy a bike and safety equipment tax-free, through our Cycle to Work scheme
- We offer free car parking at the majority of our sites
- 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
- Invest in Pennon Group Plc through our employee share schemes
- We support our people by offering a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
- Look after your wellbeing with our Champion Health support platform
- 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, Vodafone Advantage and more
- A discretionary Bonus
- Competitive Contributory Pension
- And plenty more!
At South West Water, we don’t all do the same job, but we each get out of bed in the morning knowing that every day is a chance to make incredible things happen, together. In return for our people’s hard work and commitment, we offer an excellent range of benefits:
Closing Date: 12th May 2025
If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Mechanical Fitter - we look forward to receiving your application.
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.
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The Company
What We Do
South West Water is part of Pennon Group plc. We provide reliable, efficient and high quality drinking water and waste water services throughout Cornwall and Devon and in small areas of Dorset and Somerset. We also look after the region's bathing waters and coastline. South West Water came into being in 1989 with the privatisation of the water industry. We inherited a water system suffering from a century of neglect but, thanks to the tireless work of our 1,300 employees, have brought the region's drinking water, sewerage systems and bathing waters into line with the stringent UK and European Union standards. This extensive programme of environmental improvement has resulted in some of the finest bathing waters in Europe, picturesque scenery and clean rivers with stunning wildlife. We believe that by investing in the future of our region, we are not only improving the quality of life for today's residents and visitors but are also taking responsibility for future generations.
