Water Construction Technician

Severn Trent; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Severn Trent is seeking a Water Construction Technician in Shrewsbury to join a team focused on large-scale mains renewal projects. This role involves significant construction activities and operating network assets, requiring relevant certifications and a suitable driving license. Candidates will contribute to vital infrastructure improvements impacting local communities.

Benefits

Days holiday plus bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Leading pension scheme with doubled contributions

Sharesave – buy Severn Trent Plc shares

Dedicated training through our ‘Academy’

Electric vehicle scheme

Family-friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving license required.
• Experience in utility industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate assets on the network during mains renewal work.
• Undertake significant construction activity including excavation and installation.

Skills

Communication

Risk Identification

Teamwork

Education

National Water Hygiene Certification

NRSWA Certifications

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Severn Trent

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Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

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Posted:

02.07.2025

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16.08.2025

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Job Description:

Department: Asset strategy Salary (£): Competitive Water Construction Technician

At Severn Trent, we’re embarking on an exciting £m project to replace miles of old water pipes across the Midlands – and we want you to be part of it. The new pipes we’re installing will last for up to years. This is the biggest investment in water infrastructure in the region in a decade, and it’s set to improve water quality, reduce leaks, and make our water supply more reliable for millions of people.

To bring this vision to life, we’re creating new jobs across the region. Whether you’re based in Birmingham, Nottingham, or anywhere in between, we’ve got opportunities for you to help shape the future of water in the Midlands.

Want to be part of this transformative journey?

We are looking for a Water Construction Technician to work as part of a team to successfully deliver Mains Renewal construction activity for a specific site within one of the 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 whilst carrying out large-scale Mains Renewal work at specific locations.

You will assist and support the Network Construction Manager in the scoping and delivery of the Mains Renewal schemes within their area of accountability and will work alongside the Lead Operative to deliver on-site activity.

You will undertake significant, large-scale construction activity on-site in a single location, involving activities including excavation, installation, testing, and commissioning of new mains and assets.

This role will be integral in delivering large-scale construction activity, where potential risks are significant. Expectation to deliver the construction work within set budgets, working alongside the Network Control Manager.

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

Key Accountability:

• Undertaking pre-site checks alongside the Network Construction Manager, identifying and health checking key assets in preparation for risk & contingency documentation, and conducting detailed surveys on DMA renewal options.
• Liaising and communicating with Network Control at critical stages of each scheme (Valve Operations to connect onto trunk mains). Supporting the Network Construction Lead Operative in construction stages (fusing pipes, service laying, overlanding, etc.).
• Undertaking valving due diligence for critical scheme stages, chlorination, and sampling of mains and services in line with SOPs and SSOW (Safe Systems of Work).
• Carrying out operational activities on-site, including flushing and cleansing of water mains and hydrants, overseeing the installation of pressure control valves, and managing pressure, flow, and disinfection, including both low and high-risk valve operations.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

The right candidate will have a full UK manual driving license and ideally hold the National Water Hygiene and NRSWA certifications, with significant experience in utility industries.

You should have good communication skills and the ability to build successful working relationships as part of a team. Exposure to risk identification and opportunity recognition is desirable.

We value the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, believing that diversity enhances our service to communities. If you’re ready to make a difference and be part of something bigger, we want to hear from you.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We offer a range of benefits that recognize your efforts and provide award-winning training to help you grow. Plus, you’ll contribute to environmental and community well-being.

Some of our key perks include:

• Days holiday plus bank holidays (with options to buy/sell up to days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to £, based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme with doubled contributions (up to % when you contribute ;)
• Sharesave – buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training through our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family-friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year
• Opportunity to participate in a local Mains Renewal incentive scheme, earning potential of up to £, annually