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.Are you an experienced Technician looking for a new role within a high-performing team?Do you want to contribute to the wider community, with the support of a progressive and environmentally aware employer?We currently have a fantastic opportunity available for an Asset Performance Technician to join our team working in Cornwall. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £29,268- £33,950 per annum in line with company progression scheme plus standby & overtime opportunities.About The Role:In this role you will monitor the performance of Drinking Water Services assets through regular data collection, assessment and analysis. You will assist in the design and delivery of planned maintenance programmes and capital improvements across the DWS Network asset base as well as identifying and promoting improvements to ensure that the water supply network delivers a reliable service to meet our customer needs.
What you’ll be doing:
1. Reporting to the Network Asset Manager, other responsibilities will include:
2. Ensuring health and safety is paramount with health and welfare as the top priority. ensure all asset works are safely undertaken, with the welfare and health the top priority. Our Homesafe principles should run through everything you do.
3. Liaising with the Asset Management Team, Central Supply Team and third-party suppliers to develop a programme of work to deliver the company’s strategic revenue and capital maintenance programmes.
4. Working with the Network Asset Manager to plan and organise all resources in the operational area including the coordination of working methods, resources and systems to meet outcome requirements.
5. Completion of complex RAMS documents for network activities including trunk main repairs, installations and SR cleaning.
6. Ensuring operational activities comply with requirements of New Roads and Streetworks Act, Traffic Management Act and in particular the transition to Permits in the region.
7. Liaising with all stakeholders (including Developers, Alliance Partners, The Environment Agency, DWI, Highway Authorities, local Councils, community groups, businesses and customer groups) to ensure work is carried out with minimum impact, including but not limited to:
8. Providing key support to the Drinking Water Services function in the event of emergencies.
9. Participating in DWS Network standby duties.
What we are looking for:
10. 5 GCSEs at grades A-C or equivalent in Maths, English and a Science subject; or IOSH/NEBOSH Health & Safety Qualifications (or ability to achieve)
11. Relevant experience in, Water Distribution operation and management
12. Technical understanding of water network operations, maintenance and improvement and hydraulics within water distribution systems
13. Knowledge and experience of computer systems such as MS Office, corporate systems and external portals.
14. Surveying skills to be able to assess street work requirements and asset improvements.
15. Map/plan reading skills to be able to interpret complex information in schematic form
16. Resilient and adaptable to change, has the ability to change plans and turn attention to high priorities.
17. Full UK Drivers Licence
What's in it for you:
18. 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:
19. Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
20. Buy or sell annual leave to offer you extra flexibility
21. Buy a bike and safety equipment tax-free, through our Cycle to Work scheme
22. We offer free car parking at the majority of our sites
23. Take up to 26 weeks’ additional maternity leave
24. Share your parental leave and split your time off to care for your child how you choose
25. Invest in Pennon Group plc through our employee share schemes
26. We support our people by offering a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
27. Look after your wellbeing with our Champion Health support platform
28. Enjoy free eye tests and discounts on frames and lenses at Specsavers
29. 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
30. A range of group discounts: The Dell Advantage Programme, Virgin Media Affinity Scheme, Vodaphone Advantage and more
31. A discretionary Bonus
32. Competitive Contributory Pension
33. And plenty more!
£29,268 - £33,950 a yearClosing Date: 3rd September 2025If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Asset Performance Technician - 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.