Talent.com
This job offer is not available in your country.
Water Quality Maintenance Technician

Water Quality Maintenance Technician

Southern WaterItchen Abbas, England, United Kingdom
17 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

As a Water Quality Maintenance Technician, you'll play a vital role in improving water quality by carrying out mains flushing-a process that removes sediment and particles from water mains to reduce customer contact and enhance service. You'll be part of our Network Infrastructure Programme Team, where health and safety is at the heart of everything we do. No prior experience in the water industry? No problem. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who bring fresh ideas, strong attention to detail, and a passion for doing meaningful work.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Inspect network assets and identify issues before work begins
  • Carry out mains flushing and field activities in line with Southern Water policies and RAMS
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Control Room teams to minimise customer disruption
  • Record and submit flushing data via company systems and mobile apps
  • Report site incidents and near misses with mitigation actions
  • Deliver excellent customer service and respond to queries in the field

Qualifications

  • Mains flushing or water network experience (preferred but not essential)
  • NRSWA streetworks experience (preferred but not essential)
  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across counties
  • Strong communication and people skills
  • Ability to work independently and adapt to changing situations
  • Attention to detail and stakeholder awareness
  • Physical resilience to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Benefits

  • Company van (for business use)
  • PPE, tools, uniform, and full training
  • 25 days annual leave
  • Health Care Cash Plan (with family upgrade options)
  • Pension contributions up to 11%
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Performance-related bonus
  • Life assurance (4x salary)
  • Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months)
  • Two paid volunteering days per year
  • Occupational health services
  • Discounts with 800+ retailers
  • Competitive maternity / paternity leave and flexible return options
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free annual flu jab and eye test vouchers
  • Please let us know which location you are applying for as we have multiple roles across all areas of Southern Water locations. Ready to make a difference in your community and grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking team?

    #J-18808-Ljbffr

    Create a job alert for this search

    Maintenance Technician • Itchen Abbas, England, United Kingdom

    Related jobs
    • Promoted
    Water Network Technician / Leakage Inspector

    Water Network Technician / Leakage Inspector

    Ancala Water Services (Defence)Basingstoke, Hampshire, UK
    Permanent
    Water Network Technician / Leakage Inspector.Permanent, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday plus telephone stand-by rota and opportunities for overtime. Westfield health cashback plan, generous pens...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Technical Engineer - Water Treatment

    Technical Engineer - Water Treatment

    OSSWokingham, Berkshire, UK
    Full-time
    Technical Engineer - Water Treatment Our client, a leading company in the water treatment and hygiene industry with over 35 years of experience, is seeking a proactive and skilled Technical Enginee...Show moreLast updated: 13 days ago
    • Promoted
    Water Hygiene Technician

    Water Hygiene Technician

    IWS Water HygieneSouthampton, England, United Kingdom
    Full-time
    This role is site based and will require daily travel.We’re looking to build our experienced team of Water Hygiene Technicians based in Southampton. The successful candidate will be comfortable oper...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Field Technician - Water Industry

    Field Technician - Water Industry

    Ancala Water Services (Defence)Southampton, Hampshire, UK
    Full-time +1
    Field Technician - Water Industry.Permanent Contract, Full-Time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday plus stand-by rota.Westfield healthcare cashback plan for you and your dependents, generous pens...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Mobile Water Treatment Engineer

    Mobile Water Treatment Engineer

    Gold GroupReading, Berkshire, UK
    Full-time
    Mobile Water Treatment Technician Reading down to Hampshire, into London and the Southeast.Brief Mobile Water Treatment Technician needed for a well-known Facilities Management organisation based...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Field Technician - Water Industry

    Field Technician - Water Industry

    TieTalentSouthampton, England, United Kingdom
    Full-time +1
    TieTalent Southampton, England, United Kingdom.Join or sign in to find your next job.Field Technician - Water Industry.TieTalent Southampton, England, United Kingdom. Be among the first 25 applicant...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Water Treatment Technician - Christchurch

    Water Treatment Technician - Christchurch

    Citycare WaterChristchurch, England, United Kingdom
    Full-time
    Posted Thursday, 4 September 2025 at 10 : 00 am.Protecting the health of our water.We believe that’s worth caring about.At Citycare Water, we’re proud to be the country’s largest dedicated experts in...Show moreLast updated: 18 days ago
    • Promoted
    Associate Director – Water Quality

    Associate Director – Water Quality

    APEM GroupSouthampton, England, United Kingdom
    Part-time
    Are you an experienced water quality specialist looking for a leadership role with real flexibility? Do you thrive managing complex, multi-year programmes? Are you looking to work collaboratively w...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    • New!
    Water Leakage Technician

    Water Leakage Technician

    Ancala Water Services (Defence) LimitedPortsmouth, Hampshire, UK
    Permanent
    Permanent, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday plus telephone stand-by rota and opportunities for overtime.Westfield health cashback plan, generous pension scheme, f.Show moreLast updated: 13 hours ago
    • Promoted
    Water Hygiene Technician

    Water Hygiene Technician

    Tech-PeopleWokingham, England, United Kingdom
    Full-time
    Are you ready to take the next step in your career with the UK's leading water treatment and hygiene specialist? Due to rapid growth and an expanding client base, our client is looking for a Water ...Show moreLast updated: 11 days ago
    Join our national team of Trainee Water Hygiene Technician

    Join our national team of Trainee Water Hygiene Technician

    Total Environmental CompliancePortsmouth, England, .GB
    Full-time +1
    Quick Apply
    We provide a high-quality professional service that meets legislative requirements, as well as any specific needs for our customers, whilst delivering a better overall value for money service.We ar...Show moreLast updated: 13 days ago
    • Promoted
    Mains Water Engineer

    Mains Water Engineer

    MPJ Recruitment LtdSouthampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom
    Full-time
    Mains Water Engineer Location : Southampton Salary : £30,000 to £40,000 (DOE) Hours of work : Monday to Friday with the occasional weekend with the option of overtime. MPJ Recruitment are proud to b...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Field Technician - Water Industry

    Field Technician - Water Industry

    Ancala Water Services (Defence) LimitedSouthampton, ENG, UK
    Full-time +1
    Field Technician - Water Industry.Permanent Contract, Full-Time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday plus stand-by rota.Westfield healthcare cashback plan for you and your dependents, generous pens...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Advisor - Water Quality Permitting Strategy - 31813

    Advisor - Water Quality Permitting Strategy - 31813

    Environment AgencyFordingbridge, England, United Kingdom
    Full-time
    We are seeking an experienced advisor to join our Water Quality Permitting Strategy Team within the Environment & Business (E&B) department. This role focuses on regulation of water discharge activi...Show moreLast updated: 17 days ago
    • Promoted
    Water Mains Engineer

    Water Mains Engineer

    AugerSalisbury, England, United Kingdom
    Full-time
    We\'re looking for a Water Mains Engineer to join the Auger Team, covering Salisbury.Our total package is worth £36,412 - £40,603 without overtime. Starting Salary - £32,381 - £36,353 dependent on e...Show moreLast updated: 12 days ago
    • Promoted
    Water Hygiene Technician

    Water Hygiene Technician

    Vector Recruitment Solutions LtdBasingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom
    Full-time +1
    Water Hygiene Technician Location : Covering the South of England Salary / Pay Rate / Package : Circa £40,000 pa depending on experience Contract Type : Permanent, Full-time Are you an experienc...Show moreLast updated: 5 days ago
    Join our national team of Water Hygiene Technicians!

    Join our national team of Water Hygiene Technicians!

    Total Environmental CompliancePortsmouth, England, .GB
    Full-time +1
    Quick Apply
    We provide a high-quality professional service that meets legislative requirements, as well as any specific needs for our customers, whilst delivering a better overall value for money service.We ar...Show moreLast updated: 13 days ago
    • Promoted
    Trainee Water Technician - Full Training Provided

    Trainee Water Technician - Full Training Provided

    Ardour Associates LtdReading, England, United Kingdom
    Permanent
    Job Title : Trainee Water Technician.Salary : Competitive + Benefits + Van.Assisting in the detection, investigation, and reduction of clean water leakage across the network.Using specialist equipmen...Show moreLast updated: 11 days ago