Lining & Trenchless Team Leader – On‑Site Projects

Pss-Utilities; Rochford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity/Paternity/Adoption pay

Company pension

Life assurance (x4)

Medicare Cash Plan

Refer a friend

Employee assistance program

Annual leave + bank holidays

Training & career progression

Job summary

Adler and Allan is seeking an experienced Team Leader to manage on-site trenchless rehabilitation projects across Essex and Suffolk. You will lead operational teams, coordinate works, and ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance on every site.

The role requires hands-on trenchless expertise, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to risk management. A valid UK driving licence is essential and a commitment to continuous improvement is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in robotic cutting and trenchless rehabilitation.
• CSCS certification required.
• EUSR SHEA (Water) qualification preferred.
• SWQR Operative Certificate Units 001-007 & 009.
• Emergency First Aid at Work Level 2 mandatory.
• Proven leadership in utilities/energy for 5+ years.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise site teams to deliver trenchless rehabilitation projects safely and efficiently.
• Plan and coordinate future works and site activities.
• Conduct daily site risk assessments and brief teams on identified risks and controls.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, risk assessments, method statements and industry standards.
• Identify project variations and communicate with Supervisors.
• Manage inspections and certification of plant, equipment and materials on site.
• Perform robotic cutting works and liner installations (ambient, hot cure, LED, UV).
• Carry out CCTV surveys and high‑pressure water jetting operations.
• Complete pipe rehabilitation works (bursting, slip lining, re‑rounding) and manhole repairs.
• Record works accurately and report incidents per company procedures.

Skills

Robotic cutting

Leadership

Problem solving

Driving licence

Education

CSCS

EUSR SHEA (Water)

SWQR Operative Certificate (Units 001-007 & 009)

Emergency First Aid at Work Level 2

Job description

Adler and Allan is seeking an experienced Team Leader to manage on-site trenchless rehabilitation projects across Essex and Suffolk. You will lead operational teams, coordinate works, and ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance on every site.

The role requires hands-on trenchless expertise, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to risk management. A valid UK driving licence is essential and a commitment to continuous improvement is expected.