Team Leader

Ipsum Utilities Limited; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipsum Utilities Limited is seeking an experienced Team Leader to join our water utilities repair and maintenance operations across Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire. You will lead a small operational team, coordinate site activities and maintain strong client relationships.

Travel across the region, promote safety, quality workmanship and on-time delivery while mentoring colleagues and developing skills. Full UK driving licence required.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience in water utilities, civils or infrastructure sectors.
• Ability to lead teams while working on site.
• Commitment to customer service and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Health & Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

EUSR SHEA Water

EUSR Water Hygiene

First Aid at Work

Manual Handling

Abrasive Wheels

Cable Avoidance

Job description

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.

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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