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South West Water Careers and Employment

About the company

  • Founded
    1989
  • Company size
    1,001 to 5,000
  • Industry
    Energy, Mining, Utilities
  • Headquarters
    Peninsula House, Rydon La...
  • Link
    South West Water website

Our Story

When the water industry was transferred out of the public sector in 1989 South West Water inherited reservoirs, treatment works, water mains and sewers which were outdated and had been outgrown by the population they served. Since then we have invested heavily in modernising the region’s water and wastewater services, bringing them in line with stringent environmental standards and other regulations.

South West Water is part of Pennon Group PLC and in April 2015 Bournemouth Water was...

Our Story

When the water industry was transferred out of the public sector in 1989 South West Water inherited reservoirs, treatment works, water mains and sewers which were outdated and had been outgrown by the population they served. Since then we have invested heavily in modernising the region’s water and wastewater services, bringing them in line with stringent environmental standards and other regulations.

South West Water is part of Pennon Group PLC and in April 2015 Bournemouth Water was acquired by Pennon and from 1 April 2016 has been integrated with South West Water under a single operating licence. Both identities have been retained by the company in their original operating areas.

The nature of our peninsula, with its dispersed population, lengthy coastline, hilly topography and limited groundwater reserves, has shaped the way in which the company operates. Through the years, by innovating, investing and adapting we have achieved industry-leading results in many areas of the business.

Our extensive programme of environmental improvement has resulted in some of the finest bathing waters in Europe, picturesque scenery and clean rivers with stunning wildlife.

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Jobs

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Permanent, Full-time
Catchment Operator (Ref: 1548/23)

Newquay

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19 days ago

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Administrator (Ref: 1635/23)

Barnstaple

£23,032 a year
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7 days ago

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Pollution Technician (Ref: 1637/23)

Plympton

£26,408 - £35,878 a year
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Meter Reader (Exeter/ 1478)

Exeter

£22,760 a year
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30+ days ago

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Rating is calculated based on 43 reviews and is evolving.

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Reviews

Customer Service Advisor in Exeter
on 5 November 2023
Far to controlling
What is the best part of working at the company?Nice people, pension scheme, easy goingWhat is the most stressful part about working at the company?Lack of communication with the staff who are on front line speaking to customersWhat is a typical day like for you at the company?Speaking to friendly grateful customers. But working when it’s dictated to you no flexibility
Meter Reader in Redruth
on 7 October 2023
Good place with a lot of diversity
The salary is good, there is plenty of overtime and a progression scheme. It's certainly not a boring job and your working day goes fast. The department I was in (meter reading) the hours are very flexible. You are given a company vehicle (work use only). You get to travel and see parts of the county that you never knew existed. It's a physical role. Don't think your going to be just flipping mete...
Network Technician in Penzance
on 4 September 2023
If you like meeting people then this is for you
What is the best part of working at the company?They train you the way they want you to work safely What is the most stressful part about working at the company?Standby can be stressful if your that way inclined What is the work environment and culture like at the company?Busy but everyone is helpful no racist people What is a typical day like for you at the company?Can be busy never t...
General Assistant in Poole, Dorset
on 17 July 2023
Terrible
Mind numbing - lack of support, not a good company to work for at all. I don't know how they keep any staff. Hopefully they will realise before everyone leaves
Analyst in Exeter
on 10 May 2023
Great
Good supportive company with excellent salary and benefits. Not a huge number of opportunities to progress / get promotion but they do occur and often people move within the company. Good work life balance with the opportunity to work from home.

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