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At Severn Trent, we’re embarking on an exciting £415m project to replace 870 miles of old water pipes across the Midlands – and we want you to be part of it. The new pipes we’re installing will last for up to 100 years. This is the biggest investment in water infrastructure in the region in a decade, and it’s set to improve water quality, reduce leaks, and make our water supply more reliable for millions of people.
To bring this vision to life, we’re creating new jobs across the region. Whether you’re based in Birmingham, Nottingham, or anywhere in between, we’ve got opportunities for you to help shape the future of water in the Midlands.
We are looking for a Water Construction Technician to come in and work as part of a team to successfully deliver Mains Renewal construction activity for a specific site within one of the 4 regions (North, South, East and West).
Key Responsibilities
* Accountable for undertaking pre-site checks alongside the Network Construction Manager, identifying and health checking key assets in preparation for risk & contingency documentation, and conducting detailed surveys on DMA renewal options.
* Liaise and communicate with Network Control at critical stages of each scheme (i.e. Valve Operations to connect on to trunk mains). Work alongside the Network Construction Lead Operative, supporting the Network Construction Operatives in the construction stages (fusing pipes, service laying, overlanding, etc.).
* Responsible for undertaking valving due diligence for critical stages of the scheme, chlorination and sampling of mains and services in line with the relevant SOPS + SSOW (Safe Systems of Work).
* Responsible for carrying out operational activities on site, e.g. flushing and cleansing of water mains and hydrants. Oversee the installation of pressure control valves on the infrastructure network, including both simple/low risk and complex/high risk valve operations.
What You’ll Bring To The Role
For this role, the right candidate will have a full driving license and ideally have your National Water Hygiene and NRSWA with significant experience working within the utility-based industry. You’ll have good communication skills and the ability to build successful working relationships as you will be working as part of a team. You will have exposure in identifying risks and opportunities.
The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude, we want to talk to you, too.
What’s In It For You
Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognize great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential.
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
* Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500 per annum based on company performance)
* Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
* Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
* Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
* Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
* Family friendly policies
* Two volunteering days per year
* Opportunity to participate in a local Mains Renewal incentive scheme, with earning potential of up to an additional £10,000 per year
What’s Next
We can’t wait to hear from you. Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare.
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Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
* Utilities
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