Wastewater Supervisor

Finlay Jude Associates Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional agency in utilities supervision is seeking Experienced and Qualified Supervisors to manage camera inspections of dual manholes across the East Midlands. Candidates must have a Full UK Driving Licence and relevant safety training. The role requires ensuring compliance with industry standards, supervising field teams, and maintaining documentation. Ideal candidates will have experience in the wastewater sector. The position offers a start date of January 2026.

Qualifications

• Must have a Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience in manual handling and emergency first aid required.
• Knowledge of confined space protocols is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise camera inspections of dual manholes across assigned regions.
• Ensure inspections are compliant with industry standards.
• Coordinate daily activities and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Supervising field teams

Health and safety compliance

Inspection quality assurance

Good communication skills

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Manual Handling training

Emergency First Aid

EUSR National Water Hygiene

Tools

Gas Monitor

Inspection equipment

Job description

Finlay Jude Associates are seeking Experienced and Qualified Supervisors to support our client’s Dual Manhole Inspection Project on the Severn Trent Water contract. This project involves carrying out camera inspections of dual manholes across the wastewater network. Any remedial work identified will be completed by an external contractor; your focus will be on inspection quality, safety, and effective site supervision.

Our client are specialists across gas, water, electricity and telecommunications networks, including design, construction, connection, repair, maintenance and ongoing operational support.

Areas to be covered

• Nottinghamshire
• Derbyshire
• Leicestershire
• Warwickshire

Start Date: January 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and carry out camera inspections of dual manholes across assigned regions.
• Ensure all inspections are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards.
• Coordinate daily activities, reporting, and site logistics.
• Liaise with internal teams and external contractors regarding inspection findings.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all documentation is completed to required standards.
• Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures at all times.

Required Qualifications & Training

• Full UK Driving Licence (Required)
• Manual Handling training
• Emergency First Aid
• EUSR National Water Hygiene
• Asbestos Non-Licensed with Awareness
• Confined Space Awareness
• Gas Monitor Training
• EUSR Water SHEA
• Confined Space – High Risk
• NRSWA – Operative Units (LA, 01–06)

Experience

• Previous experience working within the wastewater or utilities sector is essential.
• Proven ability to supervise field teams or operational workstreams.
• Strong understanding of confined space protocols and wastewater network operations.

If you are interested in the above Wastewater Operative role, please click the ‘apply now’ button.

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven’t heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and abilities to perform the duties of the job.

Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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