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 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: Yearly water use in Cubic Metres m3 Number of people living in your home Low use Average use High...
How do I apply for a job with South West Water?
Please complete the application form and equal opportunities form prior to the closing date. We don’t accept application by post or CV unless this is requested as part of a reasonable adjustment under the Equality Act. Further information on careers at South West...
How do I order a water butt?
You can order a water butt from the specialist savewatersavemoney. By installing a water butt directly to your gutter downpipe, you will collect rainwater from the roof and can then use it for watering plants, topping up a pond or washing your car. On average every year...
Do you have any job vacancies?
Please see our Careers page for current vacancies, student placements, graduate development programme and apprenticeships.
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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.