Construction Lead Operative

SevernTrentLife; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility provider in the UK seeks a Network Construction Lead Operative to manage large-scale construction projects. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with safety regulations while leading a team and coordinating with various stakeholders. This role offers a 42-hour work week, competitive perks, including an annual bonus scheme and generous holiday allowance, making it an ideal opportunity for professionals passionate about improving community water infrastructure.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave option

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family-friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Local Mains Renewal incentive scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in utility-based industry required.
• Must hold a full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale construction activities across multiple sites.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Oversee contractors and liaise with external stakeholders.

Skills

Mains Renewal schemes experience

NCO qualification

CDM Regulations awareness

Utility Avoidance and Location skills

Safe Digging and 360 Excavator operations

Job description

Overview

At Severn Trent, we're embarking on an exciting £415m project to replace 870 miles of old water pipes across the Midlands. This is the biggest investment in water infrastructure in the region in a decade and is set to improve water quality, reduce leaks and make water supply more reliable for millions of people. The new pipes will last up to 100 years. We are creating new jobs across the region with roles based in Birmingham, Nottingham or anywhere in between, to help shape the future of water in the Midlands.

We are looking for a Network Construction Lead Operative to join our team and be responsible for managing significant, large-scale construction activity across multiple sites.

Role and responsibilities

As our Network Construction Lead Operative, you’ll be responsible for successfully completing the Main renewal scheme activity on a particular site while ensuring our customers safely receive a constant supply of good quality drinking water. You’ll be the senior member of the Construction team on site, coordinating the activities of colleagues and providing support and guidance as required. You’ll also be responsible for risk assessment and delivering DMA Main Renewal schemes in accordance with the relevant SSOW and SOPS. You’ll ensure all DMA renewal schemes are delivered to Severn Trent high quality standards while adhering to company ODI targets. The role holder will oversee and support contractors and other external stakeholders on site. This role requires a 42-hour work week, Monday to Friday, starting at 7:30 AM and ending at 4:30 PM, with a half-hour early finish at 4:00 PM on Fridays.

Key Accountabilities

• CDM compliance on site, responsible for the health, safety and well-being of team members, site visitors, contractors and members of the public, in accordance with CDM regulations.
• Communicating with the on-site team to ensure tasks ahead are carried out safely and effectively; liaising with external stakeholders such as utility providers, asset owners, companies, local authorities and customers.
• Identifying and mitigating potential hazards; documenting findings in a daily dynamic risk assessment and ensuring full compliance with SOPS for all activities undertaken on site.
• Actively managing impacts on the wider organisation, customers and external partners (e.g. road impacts, traffic management, bursts, supply interruptions) and delivering construction work to a planned budget.

What you’ll bring to the role

For this role the right candidate will have experience of working on Mains Renewal schemes and/or a formal NCO qualification, working within a utility-based industry. You’ll coordinate activity and support a team, liaising with internal and external stakeholders in a construction environment. You’ll demonstrate awareness and practical experience of CDM Regulations, identify risks and opportunities, and be trained in Utility Avoidance and Location, Thrust Boring, Safe Digging and 360 Excavator operations. Travel is required, so you’ll need to hold a full UK driving license.

We value the right character, positivity and a caring attitude as well as the necessary skills.

What’s in it for you

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We offer a range of benefits, award-winning training, and opportunities to contribute to communities and the environment where we live.

Perks include:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to £1,500 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme – we double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the option to buy Severn Trent shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family-friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year
• Opportunity to participate in a local Mains Renewal incentive scheme, with earning potential up to £10,000 per year

What’s next

We can’t wait to hear from you. Before you apply, please provide an updated copy of your CV. If you want to find out more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media. We’ll notify you of the outcome after the closing date via phone or email.