Water Utilities Fitter

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SES Water has a rich history of serving communities in the South East of England. Water plays an important role in our lives, which is why we're committed to supplying our customers with access to 160 million litres of safe, reliable, clean water every day.
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.
Ready to make a splash? Join our team today.
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: 20th October 2026
We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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. xwwtmva Own the challenge.

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