Southern Water
Private UK utility supplying drinking water and treating wastewater across southern England.
Water Network Inspector-1
Inspect water network, handle incidents, plan shutdowns, ensure quality.
Job Highlights
About the Role
You will join Southern Water’s frontline operations team to ensure customers receive a continuous supply of clean water. The job involves safeguarding service quality, resolving customer incidents, protecting water quality across the distribution network, and performing a variety of outdoor tasks in all weather conditions. You will plan shutdowns, carry out inspections, respond to emergencies, and take ownership of incident resolution to keep water flowing and maintain customer satisfaction. • Provide courteous, efficient service to all customers, from domestic households to large industrial sites. • Plan, organise, and execute distribution system shutdowns, minimising disruption and maintaining supply. • Follow procedures to protect water quality during mains repair work. • Act as first point of contact during emergencies, determine appropriate actions and escalate as required. • Conduct inspections and resolve customer‑related incidents directly where possible. • Identify issues that require referral to service partners or internal specialists. • Participate in a 1 in 5 days standby rota. • Work outdoors in all weather conditions. • Learn and operate complex processes with high‑quality controls.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸shutdown planning
- ▸water quality
- ▸emergency response
- ▸inspections
- ▸issue referral
- ▸customer service
What You Bring
• Hold a valid UK manual driving licence (mandatory). • Work independently and efficiently. • Desirable: interest or experience in water networks or utilities.
Requirements
- ▸uk licence
- ▸independent
- ▸water networks
Benefits
The position of Water Network Inspector closes on 02/02/2026 and is based in Brede, requiring travel across multiple sites and a full, current driving licence. It is a permanent role working 37 hours per week (Monday‑Thursday 8:30‑16:30, Friday 8:30‑16:00) with a salary of £30,000 per annum plus standby and overtime opportunities. Participation in a standby rota can significantly increase earnings, and the role includes a business van and fuel card as benefits. Southern Water offers clear career progression, training, and development opportunities, backed by a £7.8 bn investment plan for 2025‑2030. The company values diverse perspectives, welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, and provides reasonable adjustments during recruitment. Employees benefit from a purpose‑driven culture that encourages personal growth, professional development, and a commitment to sustainability and innovation. • Benefits include a business van, fuel card, and the potential for increased earnings through standby and overtime.
Work Environment
Field