Wessex Water

Company Overview

Wessex Water are recognised by our regulators as one of the leading water and sewerage companies in England and Wales.

We play a critical role that goes beyond providing an essential public service. We aim to help tackle the climate emergency, support the communities we serve and contribute to the growth of the UK economy.

These aims form the core of our long-term commitment to build a sustainable future with the support of our customers, communities, employees and stakeholders. 

Our purpose

Our main purpose is to provide our customers and communities with excellent service and value for money, while also protecting and improving the environment.

It’s also important to us that we give our employees the opportunity for personal development and a satisfying career, as well as providing our investors with a fair return on their investment.

Our history

It has been almost 50 years since Wessex Water’s journey began – here are some of the key moments in our history.

Working at Wessex Water

We aim to be a truly diverse business that supports its employees by providing training and development opportunities and offering rewards and benefits that suit their needs.

Find out why you should join us.

Early careers

Every year we advertise a range of apprenticeships, graduate roles and placement positions across our business.

Learn more about our early careers opportunities.

What attributes do you look for when recruiting graduates?

What do we look for?

It’s important to us that you have well-developed soft skills as well as technical expertise.

In our experience, graduates who have taken part in an industrial placement often have a wider skill set and the attributes we are seeking.

The specific qualifications and experience you require will vary depending on the role you are applying for.