Drainage Engineer
Exeter, England
South West Water – SWW - Engineering /
Permanent full-time /
Hybrid
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 charities, 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 Drainage Engineer position available for a motivated individual to join our team in Exeter. Joining us on a full-time permanent basis, you will receive a competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 per annum depending on experience plus excellent benefits.
As a Drainage Engineer at South West Water, your role will involve developing applications for fresh water and sewer adoptions, aligning them with industry standards, service level mandates, and the regulations outlined in the Water Industry Act.
What you’ll be doing:
- Assessment and processing of adoption and diversion applications for sewer networks.
- Ensuring applications are reviewed in accordance with the relevant standards and the appropriate processes are adhered to within regulatory timescales.
- Keeping our record system up to date with the most recent information at every step
- Monitoring and reviewing scheme fees to ensure that schemes are completed within budget and any additional costs are recovered.
- Undertaking all project closure procedures ensuring that all financial and technical duties are completed.
- Ensuring all job elements are kept the timescales so we achieve the overall scheme Levels of Service.
- Compliance with current health and safety legislation and policies at all times
- Monthly reporting and reviews
What we are looking for:
- A Civil Engineering background with a minimum of an HND or equivalent.
- Experience in an engineering role and an understanding of the design element of sewers
- Experience within the water or construction industry
- Experience in Designing or vetting in line with Sewer adoptions standards (Sewer Sector Guidance)
- Knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation
What's in it for you:
- 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 including:
- Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
- A discretionary Bonus
- Competitive Contributory Pension
- Share-save Scheme
- Various health benefits
- Wellbeing support programmes
- A range of Group Discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Financial support services
- And plenty more!
Closing Date: Monday 3rd June 2024
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.
