Apprenticeships
We offer a range of apprenticeships which provide excellent opportunities to start a career in the water industry. Watch our video on our apprenticeship programme in 2015.
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How is my metered bill calculated?
Your bill is made up of a fixed charge and a variable charge. Fixed charge - This covers our costs for supplying water and taking away and treating used water. Volume charge - This is based on the amount of water you use in cubic metres. 5% allowance is given for the...
Can I go back to unmetered charges if I’ve switched to a meter?
If you don’t think that switching to a meter was of any benefit, you have 2 years from when the meter was installed to go back to unmetered charges. For more information on this and exceptions, please see our Code of Practice on Charges, Bills and Water Meters. If you...
How much water does an average person use?
The national average annual usage figures have been taken from The Consumer Council for Water and are listed below: Annual water use in Cubic Metres CM3 Number of people living in your home Low use Average use High...
How much does a new water connection cost?
We’ll provide you with a quote which will be specific to your connection requirements after we’ve completed a site survey. The quote will be made up of: Connection costs (all work, materials required for us to make connection) Traffic management (depending on the...
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How do I know that my application has been received?
You will receive an automated response from the website, confirming that your application has been received.
What is the SWW interview / assessment process?
The assessment process varies depending on the role that you apply for. Typically interviews last between 40 minutes to one hour, and are normally conducted by two people. Occasionally second or third interviews are requested, and/or other assessment techniques such...
Can I apply for more than one role?
Yes there is no limit to the number of roles that you can apply for. We do however, encourage candidates to check the person specification carefully to ensure that they can meet the requirements for the role. as individuals that don’t meet the essential criteria will...
What rewards and benefits do you offer?
Pennon Group and the associated businesses, offer a generous reward and benefits package including discounted shares, Smart Pension Scheme and non-contractual bonus. For further details please click here.