Water Construction Technician

SevernTrentLife; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Severn Trent is seeking a Water Construction Technician to join their team for a major project aimed at renewing water infrastructure across the Midlands. The role involves significant construction activities, working closely with the Network Construction Manager, and requires relevant certifications and experience in the utility industry. Join us to make a difference in water supply reliability and quality for millions.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500

Leading pension scheme with double contribution up to 15%

Sharesave scheme at discounted rates

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family-friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Opportunity to earn up to £10,000 annually through incentives

Qualifications

• Full driving license required.
• Experience in utility industry work is significant.
• Good communication and risk identification skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-site checks and detailed surveys for risk planning.
• Coordinate with Network Control during construction activities.
• Perform operational activities including flushing and installation oversight.

Skills

Communication

Risk Identification

Relationship Building

Education

Water Hygiene Certification

NRSWA Certification

Job description

At Severn Trent, we're embarking on an exciting £415m project to replace 870 miles of old water pipes across the Midlands. This is the biggest investment in water infrastructure in the region in a decade, aiming to improve water quality, reduce leaks, and make water supply more reliable for millions of people. The new pipes installed will last up to 100 years.

To bring this project to life, we are creating new jobs across the region, with opportunities for those based in Birmingham, Nottingham, or anywhere in between. We want you to help shape the future of water in the Midlands.

We are looking for a Water Construction Technician to work as part of a team to successfully deliver Mains Renewal construction activities at specific sites within one of the four regions (North, South, East, and West).

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

As the Water Construction Technician, your key role will be to operate assets on the network on behalf of the construction team while carrying out large-scale Mains Renewal work at specific locations.

You will assist and support the Network Construction Manager in the planning and delivery of the Mains Renewal schemes within your area of responsibility and will work alongside the Lead Operative to deliver on-site activities.

You will undertake significant, large-scale construction activities on-site, including excavation, installation, testing, and commissioning of new mains and assets.

This role is crucial in delivering large-scale construction work, where potential risks are significant. You are expected to deliver the construction work within set budgets, working alongside the Network Control Manager.

This role requires a 42-hour work week, Monday to Friday, starting at 7:30 AM and ending at 4:30 PM, with a half-hour early finish at 4:00 PM on Fridays.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Undertake pre-site checks with the Network Construction Manager, identify and health check key assets in preparation for risk & contingency planning, and conduct detailed surveys on DMA renewal options.
2. Coordinate and communicate with Network Control at critical stages of each scheme, supporting the construction activities such as valve operations and pipe fusing.
3. Perform valving due diligence, including chlorination and sampling of mains and services according to SOPs and SSOW.
4. Carry out operational activities on-site, including flushing, cleansing of mains and hydrants, and overseeing the installation of pressure control valves, managing pressure, flow, and disinfection.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

The ideal candidate will have a full driving license, ideally hold Water Hygiene and NRSWA certifications, and have significant experience in utility industry work.

You should possess good communication skills, the ability to build successful working relationships, and experience in risk identification and opportunity recognition.

We value the right character, positivity, and caring attitude just as much as technical skills. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, believing diversity enhances our ability to serve communities effectively. If you are eager to be involved and make a difference, we want to hear from you.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working at Severn Trent offers more than just a job. You can build a career with us, supported by a range of benefits and award-winning training. You will also contribute to environmental and community well-being.

Some of our key perks include:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with options to buy/sell up to 5 days)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to £1,500 based on performance)
• Leading pension scheme with double contribution up to 15%
• Sharesave scheme at discounted rates
• Dedicated training and development through our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family-friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year
• Opportunity to earn up to an additional £10,000 annually through Mains Renewal incentives

WHAT’S NEXT

We look forward to hearing from you. Please prepare an updated CV and set aside about five minutes to apply.

If you want to learn more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.

We will inform you of the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your email and phone!