Trunk Sewers Technician

idibu; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in London seeks a Trunk Sewers Technician to maintain the Victorian trunk sewer network. This role involves performing routine maintenance, operating plant and equipment, and working in confined spaces. Candidates should have a full UK driving license and be physically fit. The position offers a competitive salary starting from £27,465 and various benefits including annual leave and a contributory pension.

Benefits

Competitive salary

24 days annual leave

Contributory pension

Personal medical assessments

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Must be capable of working in confined spaces and at heights.
• Comfortable working in a challenging outdoor environment.
• Must weigh less than 110kgs due to safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance of the Victorian trunk sewer network.
• Operate plant and equipment effectively.
• Participate in an out-of-hours standby rota.

Skills

Physical fitness

Knowledge of drainage

Mechanical background

Education

Full manual UK driving license

Job description

Overview

Working as part of a team of 5, this manual role will involve the day-to-day maintenance of the Victorian trunk sewer network in London. You will be responsible for performing a range of assigned activities, including routine maintenance, investigations and safety cover. You will be required to cover an area encompassing North and East London. This safety-focused role will require you to work closely with your team members.

What you’ll be doing as a Trunk Sewers Technician

• It is mandatory to work in confined spaces (obtaining a CP2 confined space rescue qualification), at heights, and lifting heavy loads.
• Physical maintenance of the sewer network and associated assets, e.g. penstock gates.
• Operate plant and equipment.
• Cleaning, basic maintenance and fault-finding.

Working hours

6:30 am – 3:45 pm, with 1 week out of 5 on the night shift from 9:00 pm - 5:30 am. You will be required to participate in an out-of-hours standby rota, for which you will also receive an additional payment.

Base location

East and North London.

What you should bring to the role

• This role will suit someone who has previously held a manual labouring role and will be capable of carrying out all tasks.
• Drainage knowledge and a mechanical background would be advantageous.
• This role requires you to be physically fit and comfortable with working in water, working at heights, and working within the confined space of sewers. You will also need to participate in a pre-employment medical.
• As a part of the critical safety requirements, you must always be clean-shaven and due to the lifting equipment for man-riding, you must weigh less than 110kgs at all times in this role.
• You must be prepared to work in a challenging environment daily, as you will work outdoors and in confined spaces all year round, mainly in underground assets.
• A full manual UK driving license is essential; a 7.5t licence is desirable.

What’s in it for you?

London never stops, and this is an exciting opportunity for you to join a great team working in London’s historic network of sewers. An opportunity to maintain an essential service for our customers, protect the environment, and support large construction projects as a key worker.

• Competitive salary from £27,465 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Annual Leave - 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your well-being.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Equality and recruitment

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.