City Flex Operative

Severn Trent Water; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading environmental company as a City Flex Operative in Birmingham, where you'll work in a two-person team to resolve waste network issues. This role offers a chance to make a difference in the community while enjoying a range of benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Salary from £25,000 plus allowances

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500

Leading pension scheme with employer contribution

Sharesave scheme

Dedicated training through 'Academy'

Electric vehicle scheme

Family-friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Passion for quality, right-first-time work with attention to detail.
• Ability to build strong relationships with customers.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain waste networks in Central Birmingham.
• Resolve issues like blocked sewers using specialized equipment.
• Conduct CCTV surveys of drainage systems.

Skills

Problem Solving

Self-Motivation

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Education

Standard Driving License

Job description

City Flex Operative

Do you care about the environment and enjoy being outdoors? Do you enjoy problem solving and going above and beyond to offer the best quality service every time? Do you have a passion for speaking to people? If the answer to these questions is “yes, absolutely!” then this is the role for you!

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

We have a new opportunity to join Severn Trent’s Waste Customer Networks team covering the Central Birmingham region. This team is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, improvements, and repair of our waste network.

The City Flex Operative role will require you to work in a two-person team. You’ll be responsible for resolving various issues and offering our customers excellent service when they need you the most. You’ll work within our communities, focusing on resolving issues such as blocked sewers, using vacuum, jetting, and blockage clearing equipment. The role involves a shift pattern, including some weekends and evenings on a rotating schedule.

Other responsibilities include:

• Carrying out CCTV surveys of drainage systems to maintain, diagnose, and determine appropriate solutions.
• Liaising with other departments including control centre, operations, and maintenance.
• Working within confined spaces and at heights.
• Operating your vehicle in compliance with road transport legislation and Severn Trent policies.
• Maintaining vehicles in a clean and roadworthy condition both internally and externally.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Holding at least a standard driving license.
• A passion for doing quality, right-first-time work with good attention to detail.
• Self-motivation, teamwork, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability and desire to build strong relationships with customers.
• Strong organizational skills and an interest in problem solving.

We welcome people from all backgrounds and celebrate individuality, as diverse experiences help us serve our communities better.

We seek individuals who are proactive, committed, and eager to make a difference because they care. Is that you?

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working here is more than just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We offer a range of benefits, award-winning training, and support to help you reach your potential. Plus, you'll contribute to caring for the environment and communities.

Some of our key perks include:

• Salary from £25,000 plus weekend working and shift allowances
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with options to buy/sell up to 5 days)
• Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500 based on performance
• Leading pension scheme with employer contribution matching up to 15%
• Sharesave scheme for purchasing Severn Trent Plc shares at a discount
• Dedicated training through our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family-friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year

WHAT’S NEXT

We look forward to hearing from you. Please have an updated CV ready and allocate about five minutes to complete your application. If you have questions or need more information, contact our recruitment team at [e-mail].

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