Assistant Reservoir Surveyor

Severn Trent; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays (and +

Company van

Annual bonus scheme (up to £1,500 per

Leading pension scheme – we will match

Sharesave – discount shares

Academy training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family-friendly policies

Volunteering days

Job summary

Severn Trent invites applications for an Assistant Reservoir Surveyor. The role is based from home with extensive field travel across the Severn Trent and Hafren Dyfrdwy region to inspect reservoirs using modern surveying methods, contributing to safety and performance.

You’ll work outdoors in all weather and support regulatory compliance. Full training will be provided, with a clear development path toward Technical Member (TCInstCES) status and potential progression to Reservoir Surveyor.

Qualifications

• Interest in practical, outdoor work with a willingness to learn.
• Full UK driving licence required due to travel and overnight stays.
• Experience in surveying is advantageous but not essential.
• Support towards gaining TCInstCES status.

Skills

Outdoor work

Surveying basics

Driving licence

Job description

LET’S CUT STRAIGHT TO IT

We’re dedicated to protecting the environment and enhancing the communities we serve. Our mission goes beyond delivering one of life’s essentials; we’re committed to sustainability and making a positive difference across our region. Join us to be part of something meaningful and lasting that will leave a legacy for generations to come.

If you want to do more, because you care, we want to talk to you.

LET’S TELL YOU MORE

As our Assistant Reservoir Surveyor, you'll be based from home, using it as your starting point each day. This is a predominantly field-based role, with most days spent travelling across the Severn Trent and Hafren Dyfrdwy (wales) region, visiting reservoirs and operational sites to carry out inspections, support deformation monitoring and surveying activities, and help ensure our assets remain safe, compliant and performing at their best.

This is a hands-on, outdoor role that involves working in all weather conditions on some of our most impressive assets. You’ll help ensure compliance with the Reservoirs Act 1975 by capturing highly accurate measurements using the latest surveying technology. These measurements inform key decisions about the performance and condition of our structures, helping to safeguard them for generations to come.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys practical, outdoor work and is excited about using cutting-edge technology. While surveying experience is an advantage, it’s not essential. If you bring the right attitude, positivity, curiosity, and a caring approach, we’d love to hear from you. Full training will be provided.

This is an excellent opportunity for professional development. The successful candidate will be expected to actively work towards achieving Technical Member (TCInstCES) status with the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors, supported by a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as future career progression opportunities including advancement to the role of Reservoir Surveyor.

A full UK driving licence is essential, as the role involves travel and overnight stays across both the Severn Trent and Hafren Dyfrdwy regions. While the ideal candidate will be based towards the western area of the Severn Trent region, we welcome applications from candidates across the wider area and would encourage you to apply if you feel you are the right person for the role.

Working in remote locations means you’ll be responsible for your own health and safety, as well as the safety of your colleagues and others who may be affected by your work. Experience of working safely and operating compliantly is therefore essential.

HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU IN RETURN

Benefits

It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. Plus, you’ll contribute to the environment and community too. Here are some of our favourites:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the option to buy or sell up to five days per year)
• Company van
• Annual bonus scheme (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 through our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family-friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year