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Our people are what make Severn Trent a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. We’re a team of over 7,000 people with a purpose to deliver one of life’s essentials, thriving in our unique culture.
We’re a growing, Midlands-based FTSE100 plc and welcome people from all walks of life, celebrating their individuality. We believe diverse minds, experiences, and backgrounds help us learn and better serve our communities.
It’s an exciting time to join us, as we aim to deliver bigger and better over the next 5-year regulatory period. If you’re seeking a rewarding career, Severn Trent is the place to be.
Due to a new programme to deliver full mains renewal across the UK, we are recruiting to scale our teams for this work. This is your opportunity to be part of this transformation!
We are looking for a Network Construction Lead Operative to manage large-scale construction activity across multiple sites.
Responsibilities
* Manage the successful completion of Main renewal schemes, ensuring safe water supply for customers.
* Lead and coordinate the site construction team, providing support and guidance.
* Conduct risk assessments and deliver DMA Main Renewal schemes following SSOW and SOPS.
* Ensure high-quality standards and adherence to company targets.
* Oversee and support contractors and external stakeholders on site.
Requirements
* Experience in Mains Renewal schemes and/or a formal NCO Qualification, within a utility environment.
* Knowledge of CDM Regulations, utility avoidance, Thrust Boring, Safe Digging, and operating 360 Excavators below 10T.
* Completed all NRSWA modules.
* Full UK driving license.
* Ability to work under pressure, make prompt decisions, and support a team.
This role involves a 42-hour work week, Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with early finish at 4:00 PM on Fridays.
Benefits
* 28 days holiday + bank holidays, with options to buy/sell days.
* Annual bonus scheme.
* Enhanced pension scheme.
* Sharesave scheme.
* Training and development via our ‘Academy’.
* Electric vehicle scheme, retail offers, family policies, volunteering days.
* Opportunity to earn up to an additional £10,000 through local Mains Renewal incentives.
Next Steps
Prepare your updated CV and spend five minutes to apply. For more info, follow us on social media. We’ll notify you of the outcome after the closing date.
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