Reinstatement Specialist

Severn Trent Plc; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Annual bonus up to £2,250

Pension scheme up to 15%

Sharesave scheme

Dedicated training through Academy

Electric vehicle scheme

Job summary

Severn Trent Plc is seeking a Reinstatement Specialist to support our Network Construction team. You will measure excavations, identify surface materials, and provide accurate information to reinstatement contractors to keep work on programme.

The role involves coordinating activities across multiple locations and communicating with contractors, customers, and regulators. With a full UK driving licence and substantial utilities sector experience, you will review on-site issues, resolve problems,

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence held.
• Significant experience in utilities sector.
• Knowledge of reinstatement standards (NRSWA a plus).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in measurements.
• Ability to coordinate with contractors and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Measure excavations and identify surface materials.
• Provide accurate information to reinstatement contractors.
• Coordinate reinstatement activity to keep work on programme.
• Resolve site problems and review defects with councils and Highways Agency.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Utilities experience

National Water Hygiene

NRSWA qualifications

Attention to detail

Job description

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.

LET’S TELL YOU MORE

We’re looking for a Reinstatement Specialist to join our Network Construction team, supporting our large-scale mains renewal programme across the region.

You’ll measure excavations, identify the correct surface materials and provide accurate information to our reinstatement contractors. Working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, you’ll coordinate reinstatement activity, communicate with internal and external stakeholders and help keep work on programme.

You’ll also resolve problems on site and review defects with external bodies including councils and the Highways Agency.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

You’ll need a full UK driving licence and significant experience working within the utilities industry. National Water Hygiene and NRSWA qualifications are desirable.

You’ll be comfortable working across multiple locations, making practical decisions on site and communicating with contractors, customers and other stakeholders. Strong attention to detail is important, particularly when providing measurements, material information and ensuring submissions are accurate and on time.

HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU IN RETURN

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.

• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Annual bonus of up to £2,250
• Leading pension scheme, with contributions up to 15%
• Family-friendly policies
• Sharesave scheme
• Dedicated training and development through our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme, retail offers and two paid volunteering days per year