Maintenance Technical Training

15 hours ago

Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom Southern Water Full time

Closing Date

Job Title: Maintenance Technical Training & Quality Manager

Location: Durrington/Falmer (Hybrid Working)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum (depending on experience)
 

About the Role

At Southern Water, we're on a mission to empower our maintenance teams with the skills and confidence they need to keep our assets running safely and efficiently. We're looking for a Technical Training & Quality Manager who will lead the way in shaping our technical training strategy for Water Asset Maintenance teams, and ensuring quality standards across the board.

What you will be responsible for:

  • Be the go-to person for apprentices – providing guidance, support, and a single point of contact as they progress through their training.
  • Own and redesign our training and competency framework – ensuring it's fit for purpose and aligns technical skills with business needs.
  • Lead technical training initiatives – from identifying skills gaps to implementing innovative development programs.
  • Champion quality assurance – auditing work, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
  • Collaborate across the business – working with managers, training providers, and subject matter experts to deliver best-in-class training solutions.

Additional Requirements:
Participation in incident support rotas may be required and will be discussed during the interview process.

What you'll bring to the role:

Essential

  • Hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, or ICA disciplines
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to take ownership of projects and deliver results
  • Passion for developing people and improving processes
  • Resilience, adaptability, and proactive approach

Desirable

  • Previous experience in technical training or quality assurance
  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance and safety standards

About Southern Water

Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025–30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.

You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you—even if you don't tick every box.

If this role isn't quite what you're looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details here: Introduce Yourself Introduce Yourself)

Our Commitment to Diversity
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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