Courier

Do you like working outdoors? Do you have a confident and flexible approach? If so, we have a great opportunity within our Sampling team.

Our laboratory at Saltford carries out analysis on samples from around the region, utilising world-class technologies and equipment to analyse water and environmental samples.

We have a vacancy for a confident and flexible individual to join us as a Courier.

The role is key in providing an internal courier service that is both robust and reliable, providing the whole company with the confidence to utilise the system to maximise communications.

What you'll do

• Meet tight deadlines at multiple locations across the region.
• Ensure all satellite sites across the region are fully stocked.
• Effective liaison within teams taking samples to ensure sample delivery times are achieved.
• Collect water supply and waste samples from specific points within the region.
• Deliver supplies and post to Water Quality Inspectors and Environmental Monitoring Technicians.
• Transport internal mail to offices and depots.

What you'll need

• A positive and flexible approach to supporting team colleagues.
• Computer literacy that includes experience using Word and Excel.
• Confident using mobile device applications.
• A full clean UK driving licence is essential
• The ability to prioritise your own workload.

What you'll receive

• Total pension contributions up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days' holiday and sell up to five every year.
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• A new electric car in exchange for part of your gross salary, subject to conditions.
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• An interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone to work for us.

Who we are

We are one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West.

The work we do goes beyond providing an essential public service. We also aim to have a positive impact on the communities we serve and the natural environment.

Our people tell us Wessex Water is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have the opportunity to develop and progress your career, while also receiving health and wellbeing support.

We also continue to promote diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

This is an exciting opportunity to join us and if you would like to be part of our journey, we would love to hear from you. Please do not hesitate to let us know about any additional support you may need.

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