Water Technician

Kier Construction; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Water Technician to join their dynamic team in Exeter. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the delivery of high-quality drinking water and wastewater services across the scenic Southwest region. Your daily tasks will involve manual labour, site setup, and maintaining health and safety standards. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and collaboration, you will be part of a rapid response team dedicated to restoring clean water services. Comprehensive training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in the utilities sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in utilities and manual labour is essential.
• Willingness to learn and upskill with provided training.

Responsibilities

• Set up sites, excavate, and install water fittings.
• Perform planned or reactive work on water services.
• Maintain productivity levels within timescales.

Skills

Utilities Experience

Manual Labour

Health and Safety Standards

Documentation Skills

Education

Full Driver's Licence

Job description

We're looking for a Water Technician to join our Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks - South West Water team based in Exeter.

Location: Based in Exeter with travel across the picturesque, coastal Southwest region - company vehicle will be provided.

Contract: Permanent – Full time

Our Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks division brings the built environment to life, keeping people and businesses connected. In this role, you will be working on our Southwest Water contract, where we provide repairs and maintenance services to ensure reliable, efficient, and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services.

What will you be responsible for?

As a Water Technician, you'll work within the Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks - South West Water team, supporting schemes including mains laying, pressure management, district metering, and large mains repairs. You will be part of a team that values camaraderie and collaboration. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards of health and safety, ensuring a secure and protected work environment.

What does your day-to-day look like?

• Carry out manual labour in setting up sites, excavating, preparing, and installing water fittings.
• Undertake planned or reactive work on water services and large diameter mains.
• Ensure productivity levels are maintained within timescales and targets.
• Update all relevant documentation on each job using a tablet.
• Be part of a rapid response team that works around the clock to deliver and restore clean water.

What are we looking for?

This Role Is Great For You If

• You have previous utilities experience.
• You hold a valid Full Driver's Licence.
• You are willing to upskill, as comprehensive training will be provided.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. More information about our benefits can be found here.

Diversity and Inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive workplace is a priority. We are committed to ensuring fair opportunities for all applicants, including disabled candidates, and are a Disability Confident employer. Our employees help shape our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and we welcome your application to #joinkier.