Utilities Fitter

SES Water Limited; Redhill; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Annual Leave

Holiday Buy & Sell

Competitive Pension Scheme

Enhanced Family Leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Free On-Site Parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Paid Volunteering Day

Retail Discounts

Job summary

SES Water Limited is seeking a Utilities Fitter to maintain and repair its drinking water network across the field-based team. You will perform repairs, excavations, reinstatements and respond to emergencies while upholding safety and delivering great service to customers.

You should have a Full UK Driving Licence, be physically fit, and comfortable working outdoors. A willingness to learn and experience in utilities or streetworks is advantageous, with an HGV/LGV licence as a plus.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors.
• Strong focus on safety.
• Positive, customer-focused attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Utilities, construction or streetworks experience would be advantageous.
• HGV or LGV Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Repairing and maintaining water mains and associated assets.
• Carrying out excavations, reinstatements and network repairs.
• Operating safely and following site risk assessments.
• Completing site records and photographic documentation.
• Supporting emergency call-outs as part of a standby rota.
• Delivering excellent service to customers and local communities.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence

HGV/LGV Licence

Physically fit

Safety focused

Customer-focused

Willingness to learn

Outdoor work

Utilities/Streetworks experience

Job description

Powered by Water, Driven by PurposeSES Business Water provides water and wastewater services for businesses across England and Scotland. Our customers include major high street retailers, supermarkets, hospitality and leisure, local and national government, NHS, independent schools, manufacturing, food processing and an international airport.

Powered by Water, Driven by PurposeSES Business Water provides water and wastewater services for businesses across England and Scotland. Our customers include major high street retailers, supermarkets, hospitality and leisure, local and national government, NHS, independent schools, manufacturing, food processing and an international airport.

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.

The Role

As a Utilities Fitter, you'll play a vital role in maintaining and repairing SES Water's network, helping to ensure customers receive a reliable supply of high-quality drinking water every day. Working as part of a field-based team, you'll carry out repairs, excavations, reinstatements and emergency response activities while maintaining the highest standards of safety and customer service.

What You'll Be Doing

• Repairing and maintaining water mains and associated assets.
• Carrying out excavations, reinstatements and network repairs.
• Operating safely and following site risk assessments.
• Completing site records and photographic documentation.
• Supporting emergency call-outs as part of a standby rota.
• Delivering excellent service to customers and local communities.

What We're Looking For

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors.
• Strong focus on safety.
• Positive, customer-focused attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Utilities, construction or streetworks experience would be advantageous.
• Will require HGV or LGV Licence.

As a Utilities Fitter At SES Water, You'll Enjoy

• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays – Starting with 25 days holiday, increasing with service, giving you more time to rest, recharge and enjoy life outside work.
• Holiday Buy & Sell Scheme – Flex your holiday allowance to suit your lifestyle, whether that's extra time off or additional earnings.
• Competitive Pension Scheme – Helping you build financial security for the future.
• Enhanced Family Leave – Supporting you through life's important moments with competitive maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme – Access confidential 24/7 support for mental health, wellbeing and financial guidance.
• Free On-Site Parking – Making your daily commute easier and more cost-effective.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money on a new bike while supporting healthier, greener travel.
• Paid Volunteering Day – Take dedicated time to give back to causes and communities you care about.
• Retail Discounts – Access exclusive savings on shopping, travel, entertainment and everyday purchases.

Closing Date: 12th October 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.