Network Construction Operative

Severn Trent; Stroud; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500

Leading pension scheme (up to 15%)

Family-friendly policies (maternity/ad

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Job summary

Severn Trent is seeking a Network Construction Operative to deliver our mains renewal programme at a Stroud site. You will work in a small team, carrying out excavation, installation, testing and commissioning of water mains and customer pipes, while minimising disruption to customers.

You will identify hazards, protect access, and use trenchless methods where possible. The role is full-time (42 hours/week) with standby duties and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence required.
• Significant utilities industry experience preferred.
• National Water Hygiene and NRSWA qualifications preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out excavation, installation, testing and commissioning of water mains and customer supply pipes and boundary boxes.
• Identify hazards, maintain customer access and water supplies.
• Use trenchless solutions where possible to reduce disruption.
• Work as part of a six-person team delivering the mains renewal programme.
• Standby duties required.
• Work 42 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm, with Friday finishing at 4:00pm.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Full driving licence

National Water Hygiene

NRSWA

Job description

As a Network Construction Operative, you'll help deliver our mains renewal programme for a specific site within one of our 4 regions (North, South, East and West). Providing reliable water supplies while keeping disruption to our customers to a minimum. Working as part of a team of six, you'll carry out large-scale construction activities including excavation, installation, testing and commissioning of new water mains, assets, customer supply pipes and boundary boxes. You'll identify and manage hazards, maintain customer access and water supplies, and use trenchless solutions where possible to reduce disruption. You'll work 42 hours a week, Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm, finishing at 4:00pm on Fridays. Standby is also required. It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. You'll also contribute to the environment and community.

You'll need:

• A full driving licence
• Significant experience working in the utilities industry
• Ideally, National Water Hygiene and NRSWA qualifications
• Good communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships

Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality, as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We're looking for people who want to get involved, be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement, and we're equally proud of our strong Glassdoor score, reflecting how much our people love working here. Join us to make a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace. If you want to do more, because you care, we want you on our team.

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days per year
• Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500
• Leading pension scheme, doubling your contribution up to 15%
• Family-friendly policies, including fully paid maternity and adoption leave
• Sharesave scheme
• Dedicated training and development through our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme, retail offers and two paid volunteering days per year
• Opportunity to participate in a local Mains Renewal incentive scheme, with earning potential of up to an additional £10,000 per year