Senior Technician

Responsibilities

Reporting into the PTT Enabling Manager, the PTT Day Technician Supervisor will form a crucial part for the delivery of water infra & non-infra network interventions using temporary supply equipment.

• Directly manage technicians in day‑to‑day operations, managing performance, safety and owning complex interventions.
• Deploy and operate equipment to ensure end‑to‑end delivery of multiple interventions across the water network, liaising with project engineers and managers.
• Interface with multiple teams to prioritise site coverage and carry out interventions using specialist equipment and the water distribution network.
• Act as a key player in an integrated team of internal and external water experts, owning the end‑to‑end process from intervention planning to delivery of temporary network solutions using specialist equipment and methods.
• Maintain and use towable generators, booster trailers, LBCs, HGVs, valve release equipment and confined spaces equipment.
• Work closely with interventions, repair and maintenance, and local R&B teams to deliver the most efficient approach for customers.
• Operate from Minworth STW based with the Network Response Team, working an 8.5‑hour day Monday to Friday.

Require a good understanding of a clean water distribution network and the ability to operate and implement network interventions. Must have a strong background in the configuration and controls of the water network, troubleshooting system failures, and implementing temporary supply resolutions.

• Practical knowledge and experience operating the water distribution network; natural problem‑solver.
• Demonstrable leadership experience is preferred; however, the role offers development opportunities.
• Demonstrated character, positivity and a caring attitude.
• Must hold a C+E HGV licence and be able to utilise roll‑on/roll‑off lorries (training provided).

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality, recognising that diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities.

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (plus 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 – double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – discounted purchase of Severn Trent Plc shares
• Company 4x4.
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family‑friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year