Alternative Water Supply Technician

SES Water; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23+ Days Holiday

Buy & Sell Holiday

Competitive Pension

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Enhanced Family Leave

Share Schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Flu Vaccination

Free On-site Parking

Volunteering Day

Give As You Earn

Retail Discounts

Job summary

Bournemouth Water, part of Pennon Group, is hiring an Alternative Water Supply Technician to maintain AWS equipment and ensure uninterrupted supply during planned works and emergencies. You will deploy, operate, maintain, and test AWS assets such as bowsers, tankers, pumps and hoses, and support leak detection, mains flushing and valve maintenance in local communities.

The role requires a flexible, customer-focused approach, good organisation, and the ability to work both independently and in a

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• EUSR Water Hygiene Certificate.
• Experience working independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Experience maintaining records and working to deadlines.
• Customer-focused approach with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Flexible approach to work, including participation in an on-call standby rota.

Responsibilities

• Deploying and operating AWS equipment during planned and reactive events.
• Maintaining, cleaning, disinfecting and testing AWS assets (bowsers, tankers, pumps, hoses).
• Carrying out inspections, record keeping and post-event reporting.
• Supporting network operations activities such as leak detection, mains flushing and valve maintenance.
• Completing site assessments and identifying the most effective AWS solution.
• Deploying traffic management and monitoring equipment where required.
• Supporting emergency response activities and standby/call-out rotas.
• Delivering excellent customer service in local communities.

Skills

Driving Licence

Water Hygiene

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Record keeping

On-call flexibility

Customer service

Education

GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

Job description

Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose

Providing clean, clear, and safe drinking water is at the heart of what we do at Bournemouth Water. Every day, we treat and supply 150 megalitres of water, rigorously tested at every stage to ensure it meets the highest standards.

We’re proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? 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.

Whether you’re starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career.

About the Role

As an Alternative Water Supply Technician, you'll play a vital role in helping maintain water supplies for customers during planned works and emergency incidents. You'll be responsible for deploying, operating, maintaining and testing alternative water supply equipment, ensuring customers continue to receive support when network interruptions occur.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deploying and operating alternative water supply (AWS) equipment during planned and reactive events.

• Maintaining, cleaning, disinfecting and testing AWS assets, including bowsers, tankers, pumps and hoses.

• Carrying out inspections, record keeping and post-event reporting.

• Supporting network operations activities such as leak detection, mains flushing and valve maintenance.

• Completing site assessments and identifying the most effective AWS solution.

• Deploying traffic management and monitoring equipment where required.

• Supporting emergency response activities and participating in standby and call-out rotas.

• Delivering excellent customer service while working in local communities.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).

• Full UK Driving Licence.

• EUSR Water Hygiene Certificate.

• Experience working independently and as part of a team.

• Strong organisational and communication skills.

• Experience maintaining records and working to deadlines.

• Customer-focused approach with the ability to remain calm under pressure.

• Flexible approach to work, including participation in an on-call standby rota.

Desirable

• Driving Licence with LGV C+E entitlement.

Benefits

• 23+ Days Holiday – More time to relax and recharge.

• Buy & Sell Holiday – Flex your leave to suit your lifestyle.

• Competitive Pension – Helping you plan for the future.

• Life Assurance – Financial protection for your loved ones.

• Income Protection – Financial support if you're unable to work.

• Enhanced Family Leave – Support when family matters most.

• Share Schemes – Share in the company's success.

• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 wellbeing support.

• Free Flu Vaccination – Helping you stay healthy.

• Free On-site Parking – Easier commuting.

• Volunteering Day – Time to support your community.

• Give As You Earn – Easy, tax-efficient charitable giving.

• Retail Discounts – Savings on everyday spending.

Closing Date: 30th Sept 2026

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.