Grounds and Site Maintenance Technician

Are you looking for a hands-on role where no two days are the same? We currently have an opportunity available for a Grounds and Site Maintenance Technician to join our team working in Bournemouth. Joining us on a full-time, permanent basis, you will receive a competitive salary of £23,000 - £26,000 per annum plus excellent benefits. About the Role: As our Grounds and Site Maintenance Technician , you will carry out a range of maintenance activities at various sites including slow sand filter cleaning and the maintenance at Alderney and Knapp Mill Water Treatment Works. The role will include routine checks, maintenance and operating of mobile plant and will also be an element of grounds and building maintenance activities at various sites such as grass cutting, strimming and basic building maintenance. What You Will Be Doing: Operating specialist mobile plant including skimmers, loading shovels, forklifts, dumpers and excavators Operating and maintaining the sand washing plants Raking and shovelling weed from slow sand filters Site housekeeping, including road sweeping, drain clearing, grass cutting and hedge trimming activities Performing daily water quality checks on the slow sand filters Assisting the Production team with valve operations Assisting the Production team with reservoir and tank cleaning The completion of reactive and planned grounds and general maintenance work across SWW assets including, but not limited to: Grass Cutting, Hedge Trimming, Pathway repairs, and maintenance, Cover repairs and replacements, Roof gutter repairs and maintenance, painting and decoration, Minor/ interim/temporary tank repairs and periodic cleaning of water treatment process tanks – e.g. clarifier cleaning Ensuring all work is carried out with due consideration of health and safety and in accordance with Safe Systems of Work Ensuring that all activities enhance the reputation and image of the company What We Are Looking For: Experience of working in a team and an understanding of the importance of teamwork Excellent communication skills Takes ownership of work and adopts continuous improvement philosophy Able to work to a high standard, with a focus on the quality of work carried out Self-motivated and able to carry out defined duties with minimal supervision A flexible approach to working hours which includes extended working periods as part of the HIGH-INTENSITY working pattern Good level of fitness for the activities outlined Ability to adhere to Risk Assessments and SSOW What's In It For You? At South West Water, we don’t all do the same job, but we each get out of bed in the morning knowing that every day is a chance to make incredible things happen, together. In return for our people’s hard work and commitment, we offer an excellent range of benefits: Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays Buy or sell annual leave to offer you extra flexibility Buy a bike and safety equipment tax-free, through our Cycle to Work scheme We offer free car parking at the majority of our sites Take up to 26 weeks’ additional maternity leave Share your parental leave and split your time off to care for your child how you choose Invest in Pennon Group plc through our employee share schemes We support our people by offering a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme Look after your wellbeing with our Champion Health support platform Enjoy free eye tests and discounts on frames and lenses at Specsavers Enjoy access to thousands of deals and discounts on supermarkets, high street shops, online retailers, travel, eating out, cinemas, gyms and much more though Perkbox A range of group discounts: The Dell Advantage Programme, Virgin Media Affinity Scheme, Vodaphone Advantage and more A discretionary Bonus Competitive Contributory Pension And plenty more £23,000 - £26,000 a year Closing Date: 12th December 2025 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. At South West Water we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations - with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate. We’re proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area. And we have huge ambitions. Not only are we committed to reaching net-zero by 2030, but we’ve also partnered with Wildlife Trusts, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come. So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, JustAddWater.