Salary - £46,869.00
Work Type - Onsite
Job Location - Oldham Wastewater Treatment Works, The Causeway, Off Gateway Crescent, Broadway Industrial Estate, Chadderton, OL9 9XD
Role Type - Permanent
Employment Type - Full Time
Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week
United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.
We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.
We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.
We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.
Benefits
* A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
* A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
* Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
* A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
* MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
* Best Doctors
* Salary Finance
* Wealth at Work courses
* Deals and discounts
* EVolve Car Scheme
* Employee Assistance Plan
* Mental health first aiders
* ShareBuy
* MORE Choices flexible benefits
* Enhanced parental leave schemes
Job Purpose
To deliver improved operational activities and maintenance within a geographical area for Leakage Detection Water Network Operations. To support the Leakage Optimisation Manager in the overall management of the area whilst also having direct line responsibility for the day-to-day operation of Water Network Leakage staff and Contract Leakage Detection staff in a geographical area. To ensure that their team operates in a cost efficient and effective manner to achieve the quality, performance and safety standards required by the company.
Job Accountabilities
* To manage a team of field based Leakage Technicians
* Providing guidance and support whilst carrying out all elements of day to day management of the team
* To champion the highest standards of safety behaviour and accountable for the safety performance of their team (including inspections, maintenance of vehicles, tools, equipment and PPE)
* Accountable for engagement and performance management of a team, ensuring a highly skilled and engaged work force. Track team performance through data analysis and regular liaison with team
* Manage team resource availability for both in-day and out-of-hours activity and spend using the corporate MSS system
* Establish regular liaison with Leakage Analysts for the area
* Establish regular liaison with the Leakage Optimisation Manager to identify potential issues and needs and ensure delivery of maximum efficiency within area. Investigate options and initiate and manage/support improvement action
* Establish regular liaison with other Team Leaders and other internal and external peers to share best practice, consistently implement company policy and procedures and improve performance
* Undertake specific strategic projects or initiatives as directed by the Leakage Optimisation Manager
* To provide support to the Leakage Optimisation Manager
* Responsible for the recruitment, onboarding & training of Leakage Technicians for the team
* Support and establish the integration of total upstream analysis and reporting within the leakage team
* Accountable for technical overview and consistency in leakage detection activities and associated outputs within their allocated area
* Assist the Leakage Optimisation Manager in development of the annual operational budget for the area
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