Technical Specialist
Location: Haydock- Office based with parking on site
Employment type: Full time - Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
What’s in it for you…
We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.?
20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
Group Personal Pension Plan
Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
24/7 access to a virtual GP? and Mental health support & counselling services?
Cycle to Work scheme?
Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more?!
Life assurance cover?
Long service recognition?
Enhanced Maternity Pay
Paid volunteering opportunities in your community?
About the role…
The Technical Specialist provides expert knowledge and technical support for the operation and maintenance of wastewater network. The role focuses on providing technical support to both field and office operational teams, ensuring consistencies with data, outputs and ensuring compliance with client expectations.
As a Technical Specialist you will…
Key Responsibilities
Technical Expertise & Problem Solving
Act as subject matter expert on sewer networks, technology and systems.
Analyse CCTV surveys, data, and field reports
Validate data, reports prior to project completions
Liaising with planning team & field based employees
Recommend improvements for continuous improvement
Data Analysis & Systems
Use asset and work management systems such as ILJ & ILA
Interpret GIS mapping
Validate & Maintain accurate asset records and condition data
Produce reports and technical recommendations
Health & Safety
Promote safe systems of work, especially for confined space activities
Support risk assessments and method statements (RAMS)
Stakeholder Engagement
Work with operations teams, planners, and contractors
Provide technical guidance to field crews
Liaise with clients and customers where required
Support customer issue resolution
About you…
Essential
OS19X to current MSCC5 standards
Strong knowledge of wastewater/sewer networks
Experience in drainage, utilities, or water industry
Ability to analyse technical data and diagnose issues
Understanding of network maintenance techniques (jetting, CCTV, repairs)
Good communication and report-writing skills
Desirable
Experience with hydraulic modelling tools (e.g. InfoWorks ICM)
Knowledge of sewer rehabilitation methods (lining, patching, civils)
Understanding of UK water regulations and performance commitments
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Next steps...
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info