Water Construction Technician

About the Organisation

At Severn Trent, we’re embarking on an exciting £415m project to replace 870 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 100 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?

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 a wide range of activities including excavation, installation, testing and commissioning of new mains and assets.

This role will be integral in delivering large scale construction activity where the potential risks are significant. The expectation is to deliver the construction work to a set budget, working alongside the Network Control Manager.

This role requires a 42‑hour work week, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with an early finish of 4:00 PM on Fridays.

• Accountable for undertaking pre‑site checks alongside the Network Construction Manager and for identifying and health‑checking key assets in preparation for risk & contingency documentation, as well as conducting detailed surveys on DMA renewal options.
• Liaise and communicate with Network Control at critical stages of each scheme (e.g. valve operations to connect on to trunk mains). Work alongside the Network Construction Lead Operative, supporting the Network Construction Operatives in the construction stages (fusing pipes, service laying, overlanding etc).
• Responsible for undertaking valving due diligence for critical stages of the scheme, including chlorination and sampling of mains and services in line with the relevant SOPS & SSOW (Safe Systems of Work).
• Responsible for carrying out operational activities on site, such as flushing and cleansing of water mains and hydrants. Oversee the installation of pressure control valves on the infrastructure network, and manage pressure, flow and disinfection, covering both simple/low‑risk and complex/high‑risk valve operations.

For this role the right candidate will have a full UK manual driving licence and ideally possess your National Water Hygiene and NRSWA qualifications with significant experience working within a utility‑based industry.

You’ll have good communication skills and the ability to build successful working relationships as part of a team. You will have experience in identifying risks and opportunities.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality, as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up, get involved and are ready to be part of something bigger, because they care. Is that you?

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, award‑winning training to help you reach your potential, and help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

Here are some of our favourite perks that you’ll get as part of the Severn Trent family:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to £1,500 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with 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, with earning potential of up to an additional £10,000 per year

We can’t wait to hear from you.