Electrical Craftsperson

Job Description

We currently have a Electrical Craftsperson position available for a motivated individual to join our team based at our Exewater Depot, near Exeter. Joining us on a full time, permanent basis, you will receive a competitive salary of £28,500 - £30,500 per annumplus benefits.South West Water is part of Pennon Group, a successful and stable business which prides itself on sustainability. We provide reliable, efficient and high quality drinking water and waste water services for a population of c. 1.7 million in Cornwall, Devon, and parts of Somerset and Dorset.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. Responsibility for the environment is central to this. Our aim is to continually drive up standards, particularly in the areas that matter most to our customers.Our core values which are essential to our success are:

Trusted - We do the right thing for our customers and stakeholders.

Collaborative - We forge strong relationships working together to make a positive impact.

Responsible - We keep our promises to our customers, communities and each other.

Progressive - We are always looking for new ways to improve and make life better.

We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long term career with us. We’re one of the largest companies in the South West and are proud to have been awarded Investors in People recognition. In return, we offer an excellent range of benefits which include: free car parking at the majority of our sites, company Sharesave Scheme, childcare support, and various health benefits.As our Electrical Craftsperson, youwill support planned maintenance activities throughout the Devon region. You will form part of the Waste Water Services Planned Maintenance Team based at Exeter, supporting specialised planned maintenance activities on SWW assets. You will need the current IEE qualification and ideally test and inspect qualification enabling you to assist in the installation, repair, and planned maintenance activities including optimisation of the operational plant, process power, and control systems.Responsibilities as our Electrical Craftsperson will include: - Delivering quality support using your expertise and experience in your ICA/Electrical engineering discipline- Using electrical, control, and process system knowledge to both optimise the systems and minimise the risk/impact to our Customers regarding failing assets- Proactively maintaining/supporting and calibrating various items of monitoring equipment currently being utilised on WWS systems- Ability to conduct, prioritise and carry out works to the satisfaction of the Planned Maintenance Coordinator and the Complex Maintenance and Safety Manager as required- Conforming and adhering at all times to current ISO, H&S systems, Risk Assessments, Method Statements, Atmosphere and Confined Space procedures, ATEX/DSEAR/CompEx, LOLER, PUWER, and company policies- Delivering cost effective improvements to assets and systems including VSD’s, motors, submersible, and non-submersible pumps and control methodology- A willingness to undertake such training as is required to ensure continued improvement of technical skills and Health and Safety awareness remains extant- Complying with all business rules relating to the delivery of and feedback regarding all maintenance activityWhat we are looking for in our ideal Electrical Craftsperson:- Time served apprenticeship supported by relevant formal qualifications e.g. City and Guilds, BTEC, ONC/HNC/HND- 17th Edition Compliant or current IEE Regulations- C&G 2394/2395 Inspection and Testing or equivalent Qualified (desirable)- CompEx 09 & 10 Water Industry (desirable)- Industrial/Commercial experience required- Experience with VSD’s, soft starts, and motor control systems- Experience to include maintenance ad calibration of front line instrumentation and analysers ie fixed gas detection, phosphorus and aluminium analysers, EDMs & UV, etc.- Ability to adapt to changing situations- Self motivated and willing to take responsibility for all aspects of work delivery- Good communications skills and be able to work on your own but also as part of a larger team- A flexible approach to working is required. This may include in future participation in a standby rotation- A flexible approach to travel in support of PPM Team- A full UK driving license is requiredClosing date: 24thSeptember 2020If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Electrical Craftsperson – we look forward to receiving your application.