Lining/Trenchless Team Leader - Hot Cure & Steam Cure

PSS Utilities; Rochford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A utilities company in Rochford, UK, seeks a Team Leader to oversee trenchless technology projects. The role involves managing site operations, ensuring safety and quality, and requires hands-on experience with CIPP lining methods. Applicants should have leadership experience in utility projects and strong problem-solving skills. Competitive benefits and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

Company pension

Life assurance scheme

Medicare Cash Plan

Refer a friend scheme

Employee assistance programme

Competitive annual leave

Training and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with Hot Cure and Steam Cure CIPP lining methods.
• Leadership experience in utility or infrastructure projects.
• Strong communication and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site trenchless works ensuring safety and quality.
• Install patch liners and full-length liners using various methods.
• Perform pre/post CCTV surveys and high-pressure water jetting.

Skills

Team Leader experience in trenchless technology

Communication and problem-solving skills

Manual work experience

Education

Full UK driving licence

Tools

CCTV equipment

Robotic cutting equipment

Job description

Join our growing team and lead vital utility infrastructure works across Essex and Suffolk. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a key role delivering high-standard, trenchless rehabilitation solutions—while making a real impact on local communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage on-site trenchless works, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance.
• Install patch liners and full-length liners, mainly Hot Cure and Steam Cure CIPP liners using a range of inversion methods.
• Perform pre/post CCTV surveys and high‑pressure water jetting.
• Carry out robotic cutting works where required.
• Conduct risk assessments and site briefings.
• Support site management with future work planning and continuous improvement.
• Learn new trenchless techniques where required.
• Working away may be required.

Qualifications

• Team Leader experience in trenchless technology with a passion for quality, safety, and leadership, and hands‑on experience with Hot Cure and Steam Cure CIPP lining methods. Proven trenchless/lining experience, particularly in Hot Cure and Steam Cure CIPP lining.
• Leadership experience in utility, energy, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience working in a manual role (e.g., groundworks, construction, drainage, etc.).
• Strong communication, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• CSCS Card
• EUSR SHEA (Water/Multi‑utility)
• SWQR Operative Units 001‑007 & 009
• Emergency First Aid at Work (Level 2 minimum)
• Relevant plant/equipment operation certificates

Benefits

• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay and leave
• Company pension
• Life assurance scheme (x4 salary)
• Medicare Cash Plan (includes cash payments towards dental, medical, therapeutic treatments) with the option to add up to four dependants
• Refer a friend scheme
• Employee assistance programme (access to GP appointments and mental health support)
• Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays
• Training and career progression opportunities

About us

PSS has been providing an in‑house one‑stop solution for all aspects of water and drainage—including specialist drain lining, traditional open‑cut excavation, tankering, CCTV, blockage clearance and root cutting—for over 25 years.

Why Choose Adler and Allan? By becoming a part of the Adler and Allan Group, you'll embark on a rewarding journey where we truly value your ideas and contributions. Whether you're just starting your career or in search of a new challenge, we offer a platform for personal growth and professional advancement, enabling you to shape a successful and fulfilling career path. Our group includes Jet Aire, Detectronic, Aqua Consultants, Oneline, AMGS, and OHES.