Lead Water Technician

Kier Construction; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lead Water Technician to enhance their Southwest Water team in Exeter. This permanent, full-time role focuses on ensuring reliable drinking water and wastewater services while prioritizing health and safety standards. You'll engage in both planned and reactive work, contributing to a rapid response team that guarantees clean water delivery. Comprehensive training is provided, making this opportunity perfect for those eager to develop their skills in a supportive environment. Join a team that values diversity and offers a wide range of tailored benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in utilities and maintenance services.
• Valid Full UK Driver's Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Support repairs and maintenance of water services.
• Ensure productivity levels meet targets and timescales.
• Part of a rapid response team for clean water delivery.

Skills

Utilities experience

Health and safety standards

Documentation skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Tablet for documentation

Job description

We're looking for a Lead Water Technician to join our Southwest Water team based in Exeter.

Location:

Exeter - Depot Based

Contract:

Permanent - Full Time

What will you be responsible for?

As a Lead Water Technician, you'll support the Southwest Water team in repairs and maintenance services to ensure reliable, efficient, and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services. You will also play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards of health and safety, creating a secure and protected work environment, which is always our top priority at Kier.

What does the day-to-day role look like?

Your Day To Day Will Include:

1. Undertaking planned or reactive work on water services, including large diameter mains.
2. Ensuring productivity levels meet timescales and targets.
3. Updating relevant documentation on each job using a tablet.
4. Being part of a rapid response team that works around the clock to deliver and restore clean water.

What are we looking for?

This Role Is Great For You If:

1. You have previous Utilities experience.
2. You hold a valid Full UK Driver's Licence.
3. You are willing to upskill; comprehensive training will be provided.

We value potential and transferable skills at Kier. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and have a conversation with us.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. More information about our benefits can be found here.

Diversity and Inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority. We are committed to ongoing initiatives and value employee input in shaping our policies. Learn more about our D&I action plan.

We look forward to receiving your application at #joinkier.