City Flex Operative

Severn Trent Water; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Severn Trent Water is seeking a City Flex Operative in Central Birmingham. This role involves working in a two-person team to resolve waste network issues, including blocked sewers. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a standard driving license. Benefits include competitive salary, annual bonuses, and opportunities for career development.

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 contributions

Sharesave scheme

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family-friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Must hold a standard driving license.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Resolve issues such as blocked sewers using specialized equipment.
• Carry out CCTV surveys to diagnose drainage system issues.
• Liaise with other departments for effective operations.

Skills

Problem Solving

Customer Relationship

Self-Motivation

Attention to Detail

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

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Carrying out CCTV surveys of drainage systems to diagnose and determine 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 company policies.
• Maintaining vehicles in a clean, roadworthy condition internally and externally.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Holding a standard driving license as a minimum.
• A passion for doing quality, right-first-time work, with good attention to detail to identify and fix issues effectively.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work both as part of a team and independently, with a strong work ethic.
• The ability and desire to build strong relationships with customers.
• Strong organizational skills and an interest in problem solving.

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and celebrate diversity, believing that varied experiences and perspectives help us serve our communities better.

We seek proactive individuals who want to be part of something bigger and 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 that recognize your efforts and provide award-winning training to help you grow. Plus, you'll contribute to caring for the environment and our communities.

Some of the perks include:

• Salary from £25,000 plus weekend working and shift allowances
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell up to 5 days annually
• Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500 based on performance
• Leading pension scheme with employer contributions up to 15%
• Sharesave scheme to buy Severn Trent shares at a discount
• Dedicated training and development 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 update your CV and set aside about five minutes to apply. If you have questions or need guidance, contact our recruitment team at [e-mail].

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