Lead Clean Water Field Operations Supervisor

Lanes Group; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lanes Group, a leading nationwide utility services provider, is seeking a Repair and Maintenance Supervisor to oversee remote operational teams in the Shrewsbury area. You will lead on-site activities, ensure safety, and deliver high-quality reinstatement and water network support.

The role requires proven clean water experience, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to performance improvement. A full UK driving license is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within the clean water industry is essential.
• Strong technical knowledge of clean water networks, operations, and standards.
• Experience working in operational or field-based environments.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and performance improvement.

Responsibilities

• Issue daily work packages.
• Monitor site safety and compliance.
• Review and approve risk assessments and method statements.
• Carry out CAT downloads.
• Conduct safety, compliance, and quality audits.
• Deliver toolbox talks.
• Manage materials, plant, and reinstatement resources.
• Work with scheduling teams to deliver programmes effectively.
• Oversee defect programmes and KPI performance.
• Attend Highway meetings.
• Liaise with Support Services and Streetworks teams to manage FPN and Section 74 liabilities.
• Conduct team inspections with a strong focus on quality and first-time reinstatement.
• Ensure full HSEQ compliance across all activities.
• Lead risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations.
• Promote a strong safety-first culture.
• Minimise disruption to customers and communities.
• Support effective communication with customer liaison teams.
• Ensure teams are aware of and responsive to customer needs.

Skills

Clean water experience

Leadership

Full UK Driving License

Job description

Lanes Group, a leading nationwide utility services provider, is seeking a Repair and Maintenance Supervisor to oversee remote operational teams in the Shrewsbury area. You will lead on-site activities, ensure safety, and deliver high-quality reinstatement and water network support.

The role requires proven clean water experience, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to performance improvement. A full UK driving license is essential.