Team Leader

Ipsum; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Pension scheme

Career development & progression with

24/7 access to virtual GP & mental

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club

Life assurance

Long service recognition

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Paid volunteering opportunities

Job summary

Ipsum is seeking a Team Leader to manage water utilities repair and maintenance across Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire. You will lead a small operational team, coordinate site activities and ensure safe, high-quality work delivered to clients and stakeholders.

The role requires strong leadership, site supervision expertise, and a commitment to customer service. Travel across the region is expected to support projects and operations.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in repair/maintenance
• Strong safety, quality and site documentation focus
• Willingness to travel across the region (Somerset, Dorset, Wiltshire)
• Proactive with a customer-focused approach

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate site teams on repair and maintenance projects.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to specification.
• Promote health, safety and environmental standards.
• Support development and training of team members.
• Coordinate with clients and internal teams; maintain site documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Driving Licence (UK)

Education

EUSR SHEA Water

EUSR Water Hygiene

Manual Handling

Abrasive Wheels

Cable Avoidance

First Aid at Work

Job description

Job role: Team Leader - Water Utilities

Location: Somerset, Dorset & Wiltshire

Employment type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

What’s In It For You…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more !
• Life assurance cover
• Long service recognition
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

About The Role…

As a Team Leader you will…

We are seeking an experienced Team Leader to join our Water Utilities repair and maintenance operations across Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and exciting business delivering essential water infrastructure services throughout the South West.

You will lead a small operational team carrying out repair and maintenance activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. The role involves travelling across the region, coordinating site activities, supporting operatives and maintaining excellent relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and motivating site teams on repair and maintenance projects.
• Ensuring works are completed safely, on time and to specification.
• Promoting excellent health, safety and environmental standards.
• Supporting the development and training of team members.
• Liaising with clients, customers and internal teams.
• Completing site documentation and reporting requirements.

About You…

You will be a proactive and reliable individual with previous experience working within the water utilities, civils or infrastructure sectors. You should be comfortable leading teams while also being willing to work alongside colleagues on site.

Essential requirements:

• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service and quality workmanship.

The following qualifications would be advantageous, although training can be provided for the right candidate:

• EUSR SHEA Water
• EUSR Water Hygiene
• Manual Handling
• Abrasive Wheels
• Cable Avoidance
• First Aid at Work

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