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Who we are
As a water and sewerage company we provide essential services to 2.9 million customers across the south west of England.
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We are recognised by our regulators as one of the leading water and sewerage companies in England and Wales.
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Our customers, the environment and our employees are at the heart of our business.
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We set out our key priorities for the future, based on wide and continuous conversations with our customers and stakeholders.
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We are putting our customers, communities and environment at the heart of what we do.
View moreWe are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
The service we provide to customers would not be possible without our people and the different talents, experiences and skills they have.
We are focused on ensuring that all forms of diversity are being strengthened and further developed and that Wessex Water is a great place to work for all.
We strive to create a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment and bullying, and where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
We have a growing number of internal support groups and networks which are run by our people, for our people. Not only do these groups provide vital support for their members, but they also push for change to make Wessex Water a more inclusive place to work.
Our Wellbeing Champions are committed to helping employees look after their physical and mental health, as well as ensuring they feel supported in the workplace.
Our Culture Champions promote a culture of inclusion and diversity across the business and work with our leadership team to help the business improve in these areas.
The Arc Alliance aims to develop a culture of true equality, ensuring LGBTQ+ employees are always treated with respect and dignity.
Our Working Families Group is a self-appointed committee of colleagues who volunteer their time to provide a support network for parents and parents-to-be.
Our Menopause Champions Group ensures there is support, advice and signposting available for anyone who needs it during what can be a challenging time.
As an equal opportunities employer, we aim to ensure everyone has the chance to succeed at Wessex Water. We ensure everyone who interacts with us is treated fairly, from applicants and interviewees to new starters and experienced employees.
We are members of the following:
Armed Forces Covenant
Autism at Work Programme
Disability Confident Employer
South West Women in Construction
The Women's Work Lab
Work, Wellbeing & Employment Services
Menopause Workplace Pledge
Race at Work Charter
I applied for a job at Wessex Water and was completely open about the fact I am a wheelchair user. I was one of 40 applicants who was shortlisted for an interview. My manager has been amazing – anything I needed was provided for me. My disability doesn't matter, and I just get on with my job like everyone else in the team.
Ryan,
Junior CAD Technician
Our gender pay gap shows the difference in the average hourly pay received by men and women at Wessex Water.
Gender pay is different to equal pay, which is the right for men and women to be paid at the same rate of pay for work that is of an equal or equivalent value. At Wessex Water gender has no bearing on what employees are paid for the role they perform.
We recognise that diversity is a strength, and we aim to create an inclusive environment to improve the representation of women within the water industry and our business.
Gender Pay Gap Report