Exeter, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes. We’re proud to be part of Pen…
Skills: Administrative support, Procurement, Purchase order management, Invoice query resolution, Stock administration
United Kingdom · Remote OK
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose A leading water and wastewater retailer, Pennon Water Services (trading as Source for Business), supports over 150,000 businesses accounts across the UK. With a commitment to helping o…
Skills: Account management, Strategic planning, Revenue growth, Relationship management, Negotiation
Exeter, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$55k–$65k/yr
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes. We’re proud to be part of Pen…
Skills: Wastewater operations, Bioresources management, Sludge management, Commercial management, Revenue generation
Exeter, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$85k–$100k/yr
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose At Pennon Group, we’re proud to serve communities while protecting the environment. Together with our subsidiaries, South West Water, Bristol Water, Bournemouth Water, SES Water, Penno…
Skills: Asset management, Reliability engineering, Transformation leadership, Programme management, Stakeholder management
Fremington, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$29k–$37k/yr
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes. We’re proud to be part of Pen…
Skills: Customer service, Network maintenance, Leak detection, Problem solving, Health and safety
Exeter, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$34k–$36k/yr
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes. We’re proud to be part of Pen…
Skills: Drinking Water Safety Planning, Risk Assessment, Data Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Stakeholder Engagement
Redhill, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose SES Water has a rich history of serving communities in the South East of England. Water plays an important role in our lives, which is why we’re committed to supplying our customers wi…
Skills: Leak detection, Water network maintenance, Step testing, Valve operation, Data collection
Truro, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$53k–$59k/yr
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes. We’re proud to be part of Pen…
Skills: Operational technology, People management, Service delivery, Project execution, SCADA
Mid Devon, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$28k–$36k/yr
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes. We’re proud to be part of Pen…
Skills: Water treatment processes, Operational maintenance, Chemical handling, COSHH compliance, Water quality monitoring
Poole, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$28k–$30k/yr
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose Providing clean, clear, and safe drinking water is at the heart of what we do at Bournemouth Water. Every day, we treat and supply 150 megalitres of water, rigorously tested at every s…
Skills: Water network maintenance, Asset operation, Valve servicing, Pressure reducing valves, CCTV inspection
Exeter, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose At Pennon Group, we’re proud to serve communities while protecting the environment. Together with our subsidiaries, South West Water, Bristol Water, Bournemouth Water, SES Water, Penno…
Skills: Corporate Governance, Regulatory Compliance, Strategic Leadership, Legal Advisory, Commercial Law
Poole, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$27k–$31k/yr
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose Aquacare is a water management specialist and commercial heating provider, offering expert assistance to businesses of all sizes. Our teams provide all water hygiene related works, inc…
Skills: Water hygiene monitoring, Legionella control, Temperature checks, Flushing programmes, Water sampling
Exeter, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes. We’re proud to be part of Pen…
Skills: Customer service, Communication, Problem solving, Case management, Attention to detail
Walsall, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose A leading water and wastewater retailer, Pennon Water Services (trading as Source for Business), supports over 150,000 businesses accounts across the UK. With a commitment to helping o…
Skills: Sales, Customer Service, Account Management, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills
Poole, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes. We’re proud to be part of Pen…
Skills: Customer service, Debt collection, Verbal communication, Written communication, Decision-making
Poole, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose A leading water and wastewater retailer, Pennon Water Services (trading as Source for Business), supports over 150,000 businesses accounts across the UK. With a commitment to helping o…
Skills: Release management, Environment management, SAFe Agile, Azure DevOps, Jira
Exeter, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose At Pennon Group, we’re proud to serve communities while protecting the environment. Together with our subsidiaries, South West Water, Bristol Water, Bournemouth Water, SES Water, Penno…
Skills: Financial reporting, Accounting, Reconciliations, Month-end procedures, Financial analysis
Redhill, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$32k–$34k/yr
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose SES Water has a rich history of serving communities in the South East of England. Water plays an important role in our lives, which is why we’re committed to supplying our customers wi…
Skills: Team Leadership, Coaching, Performance Management, Customer Service, Contact Centre Management
Exeter, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes. We’re proud to be part of Pen…
Skills: Investment Programme Management, Portfolio Governance, Capital Planning, Regulatory Contract Management, Strategic Leadership
Exeter, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes. We’re proud to be part of Pen…
Skills: Asset Data Governance, Strategic Leadership, ISO 55001, Data Quality Management, GIS
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The Administrator will provide comprehensive support to the Wastewater Services team by managing procurement processes, purchase orders, and stock administration. They will also maintain operational records, handle invoice queries, and produce reports to ensure efficient service delivery.
The ideal candidate should have experience in a busy administrative environment and possess strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively are essential for this role.
South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes.
We’re proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we’re working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife.
Whether you’re starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career.
Ready to make a splash? Join our team today.
Are you an organised and proactive administrator who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment? We're looking for an Administrator to join our Wastewater Services team, providing vital support that helps keep essential services running efficiently for our customers and communities.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering excellent customer service.
As an Administrator within Wastewater Services, you'll provide comprehensive administrative support to operational teams, ensuring the smooth delivery of day-to-day activities. You'll play a key role in procurement processes, managing work orders, maintaining records, supporting reporting requirements, and helping the team meet operational and service level targets.
No direct management responsibility is required, but you'll work closely with a variety of internal and external stakeholders across the business.
This is a fixed-term opportunity until June 2027, offering the chance to gain valuable experience within our Wastewater Services team. As part of a wider organisation with a range of career pathways, there may be opportunities to explore other roles across the business in the future.
Raise and manage purchase orders for suppliers and contractors
Process Goods Received Notes (GRNs) and resolve invoice queries
Manage chemical ordering and stock administration activities
Coordinate skip exchanges and ordering of site supplies
Administer annual work orders for PPE and tools
Maintain standby rotas and workforce records
Support the management and upkeep of operational systems and databases
Review and amend labour hour records where required
Maintain accurate and compliant administrative records
Produce routine and ad-hoc reports for operational teams
Provide efficient support to internal and external stakeholders
You'll be someone who:
Has experience working in a busy administrative environment
Can effectively manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Works well independently and as part of a team
Delivers excellent customer service
Builds strong working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
Has strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Is comfortable using Microsoft Office and business systems
You'll be joining a team that plays a critical role in delivering essential services to customers every day. You'll have the opportunity to develop your skills, work alongside experienced professionals, and contribute to a culture that values teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.
Generous holiday allowance + bank holidays
Discretionary bonus
Competitive contributory pension
Share-save scheme
Health benefits & wellbeing support programmes
Group discounts
Cycle to Work scheme
Financial support services
Development and training opportunities
… and much more!
We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
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Pennon is one of the largest environmental infrastructure groups in the UK. At the top end of the FTSE 250, the Group has assets of around £5.7 billion and a workforce of over 4,800 people. OUR BUSINESSES: WATER AND WASTEWATER SOUTH WEST WATER Providing water and wastewater services to a population of c.1.7 million in Cornwall, Devon and parts of Dorset and Somerset. South West Water was awarded enhanced status for its 2015-2020 Business Plan, and has the highest potential returns in the water sector. BOURNEMOUTH WATER Providing water services to a population of c.0.5 million in areas of Dorset, Hampshire and Wiltshire. Bournemouth Water was acquired in April 2015 and has been substantially integrated with South West Water to deliver synergies and savings.
Offices: Peninsula House, Exeter, Uk EX2 7HR, GB
Pennon is one of the largest environmental infrastructure groups in the UK. At the top end of the FTSE 250, the Group has assets of around £5.7 billion and a workforce of over 4,800 people. OUR BUSINESSES: WATER AND WASTEWATER SOUTH WEST WATER Providing water and wastewater services to a population of c.1.7 million in Cornwall, Devon and parts of Dorset and Somerset. South West Water was awarded enhanced status for its 2015-2020 Business Plan, and has the highest potential returns in the water sector. BOURNEMOUTH WATER Providing water services to a population of c.0.5 million in areas of Dorset, Hampshire and Wiltshire. Bournemouth Water was acquired in April 2015 and has been substantially integrated with South West Water to deliver synergies and savings.
Offices: Peninsula House, Exeter, Uk EX2 7HR, GB
