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South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK's most stunning landscapes.
We're proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we're working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife.
Are you looking to start or grow your career in civil engineering, but need the flexibility of part-time work? This 22.5-hour-per-week role offers the ideal balance - giving you hands-on experience, structured development opportunities, and exposure to real infrastructure projects, all within a supportive engineering environment. As a Development Coordinator, you'll work within our Developer Services function to assess and process applications for water and sewer network requisitions and diversions. You'll gain valuable experience across project management, engineering processes, regulatory requirements and customer engagement.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in civil engineering. You'll have access to training, mentoring and development pathways - including progression routes toward professional accreditation such as EngTech - making it a perfect entry point or stepping stone within the engineering profession.
Assess and process requisition and diversion applications for water and sewer networks
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal processes
Maintain clear, accurate and up-to-date project records
Support end-to-end project closure processes
Qualifications & Training
Experience within civil engineering or a water company is desirable
Knowledge of clean and waste water apparatus
Experience managing multiple project
Generous holiday allowance + bank holidays
Discretionary bonus
Competitive contributory pension
Share-save scheme
Health benefits & wellbeing support programmes
Group discounts
Cycle to Work scheme
Financial support services
Development and training opportunities ... and much more!
Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities.