Network Logistics Technician

Severn Trent Water; Worcester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus up to £1,500

Pension scheme with enhanced employer/

Job summary

Severn Trent is hiring a Network Logistics Technician to support the Network Construction Team with timely, safe delivery of construction plant and materials. The role involves onsite transport, stock control, and ensuring safety of site and people. You will travel as required and hold a UK driving licence.

You will join a large Midlands-based utility with a strong focus on customer service and community impact. The role offers a structured career path and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a logistics role, preferably on mains renewal schemes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Order and deliver plant, tools and equipment as required for the construction team.
• Manage stock, stock control data entry, and equipment safety on site.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders and support construction teams.

Skills

Logistics experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

NCO qualification

Job description

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Our people are what makes Severn Trent a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. We’re a team of over 9,000 people with a purpose to deliver one of life’s essentials, and we do it all while thriving in our unique culture.

We’re a growing, Midlands based FTSE100 listed company and welcome people from all walks of life, celebrating their individuality, as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our customers and the communities we represent.

It’s an exciting time to join, as we have a huge ambition to deliver bigger and better than ever before over our next 5-year regulatory period. If you’re seeking an exciting and thoroughly rewarding career, Severn Trent is the place to be.

Due to an exciting new programme which is going to see us deliver for our customers a full mains renewal across our region over the next few years, we are now on a significant recruitment drive to scale our teams to deliver this fantastic work.

This is your opportunity to play a part in this transformation!

We are looking for a Network Logistics Technician to come and support the Network Construction Team to successfully complete large scale Mains renewal scheme activity as allocated within the regional area.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

As our new Network Logistics Technician, you’ll be responsible for the timely, safe, and compliant delivery of specific construction plant, equipment and materials onsite as required by the Network Construction team.

You’ll provide continuous support and delivery of materials such as pipes and fittings, transported in lighter goods vehicles (not HGV’s). You’ll also be responsible for the effective stock management of materials and fittings, making sure appropriate stock levels are maintained, and for keeping kit and equipment safe and in good order.

This role requires a 42-hour work week, Monday to Friday, starting at 7:30 AM and ending at 4:30 PM, with a half-hour early finish at 4.00 PM on Fridays.

Key Accountabilities:

• Responsible for the ordering and delivering plant, specialist tools and equipment as required and chlorination and delivery of coiled pipe.
• Daily and ad-hoc tasks will need to be carried out as and when required to make sure the Warehouse operation runs smoothly; including but not limited to operation of heavy plant lifting equipment and manual lifting equipment, housekeeping duties including data entry for stock control, inspections on vehicles, mobile plant, office workplace, etc.
• Liaising frequently with a variety of stakeholders both internally and externally and at times you’ll do some service laying to support the Construction Teams and be responsible for safety of site, operatives, customers, public, environment.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

For this role the right candidate will have experience in a logistic role, working on Mains Renewal schemes and /or an NCO Qualification and come from a utilities background.

You’ll also have excellent communication, customer service and stakeholder skills. With the ability to make prompt, clear decisions, work in a high-pressure environment and able to multitask.

Additionally, you’ll be required for onsite construction work, know-how to carry out successful transportation and delivery of materials and equipment and be accountable for safety of site, operatives, customers, public, environment.

As travel is required, you’ll also have to hold a full U.K driving license.

The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude we want to talk to you, 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 want people who show up and get involve. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you?

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two 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

WHAT’S NEXT

We can’t wait to hear from you. If your curiosity has been piqued and you're wanting to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media. Ps. we’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date - so keep an eye on your phone and emails!