Trainee Commissioning Engineer - Water

Trainee Commissioning Engineer – Water

This is an excellent opportunity to gain specialist skills, receive full training, and build a long-term career within the water industry.

Location: Head office Colwyn Bay – UK travel, working away from home required.

Salary: Will come with Additional on Target earnings, Company Van and Fuel card, Working away allowance and Meal allowance.

Employment type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday – 47.5 hours per week

What’s in it for you…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join ExcelCS part of Ipsum Group, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.? 

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP? and Mental health support & counselling services? 
• Cycle to Work scheme? 
• Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more?! 
• Life assurance cover? 
• Long service recognition? 
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community? 

About the role…

ExcelCS part of the Ipsum Group is a specialist water industry contractor delivering high-quality commissioning, testing, and compliance services across the UK. We work closely with major water authorities and framework partners, including Welsh Water, Severn Trent, United Utilities and most major contractors, supporting the delivery of safe, reliable, and fully compliant water infrastructure.

Begin a rewarding career in the water industry with ExcelCS. We are looking for two motivated and reliable individuals to join our team as Trainee Commissioning Engineer for Water Mains.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain specialist skills, receive full training, and build a long-term career within the water industry.

As a Trainee Commissioning Engineer you will…

• Attend initial EUSR commissioning training at our North Wales facility
• Commission and GPS plot pipework schemes throughout the UK.
• Swabbing, pressure testing, chlorination, dechlorination, sampling, and GPS plotting
• Record site data using company app-based systems

About you…

• No prior commissioning experience required
• Willingness to learn
• Technically confident with smartphones/tablets and apps
• Some site experience preferred
• Full UK driving licence held

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities...

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. 
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Next steps...

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info!