Overview
Severn Trent is undertaking a £415m project to replace 870 miles of old water pipes across the Midlands. This investment aims to improve water quality, reduce leaks and make water supply more reliable for millions of people. The new pipes will last up to 100 years. We are creating new roles across the region with roles based in Birmingham, Nottingham or anywhere in between, to help shape the future of water in the Midlands.
We are looking for a Network Construction Lead Operative to join our team and be responsible for managing significant, large-scale construction activity across multiple sites.
Responsibilities
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As our new Network Construction Lead Operative, you’ll be responsible for successfully completing the Main renewal scheme activity as allocated on a particular site, while ensuring our customers safely receive a constant supply of good quality drinking water. You’ll be the senior member of the Construction team on site and will coordinate the activities of colleagues, providing support and guidance as required. You’ll also be responsible for risk assessing and delivering DMA Main Renewal schemes in accordance with the relevant SSOW and SOPS. Additionally, you’ll ensure that all DMA renewal schemes are delivered to ST high quality standards whilst adhering to company ODI targets. The role holder will also oversee and support contractors and other external stakeholders on site. 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 Accountabilities:
* Ensure CDM compliance on site, i.e. responsible for the health, safety and well-being of team members, site visitors, contractors and members of the public, in accordance with CDM regulations.
* Communicate with the on-site team to ensure the quality, quantity, and understanding of tasks ahead are carried out safely and effectively and liaise with external stakeholders such as utility providers, asset owners, local authorities and customers.
* Identify and mitigate potential hazards. Document findings in a daily dynamic risk assessment and ensure full compliance with SOPS for all activities undertaken on site.
* Actively manage impacts on the wider organisation, customers, external businesses and organisations (e.g. blocked roads, traffic management, bursts, supply interruptions) and deliver the construction work to a planned budget.
What you’ll bring to the role
For this role the right candidate will have experience of working on Mains Renewal schemes and/or a formal NCO Qualification, working within a utility-based industry. You’ll coordinate activity and support a team, liaising with internal and external stakeholders in a construction environment. You’ll have the ability to demonstrate awareness and practical experience of CDM Regulations, identify risks & opportunities, and be trained in Utility Avoidance and Location, Thrust Boring, Safe Digging and 360 Excavator below 10T. You’ll also have completed all NRSWA modules. Additionally, knowledge and understanding of Mains Renewal processes, options, and associated risks, the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a high-pressure environment, make prompt clear decisions, have excellent communication skills, and have experience of coordinating activities and supporting a team, preferably in a construction environment.
As travel is required, you’ll also have to hold a full U.K driving license.
The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude we want to talk to you, too.
What’s next
We can’t wait to hear from you. Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. If your curiosity has been piqued and you want to find out more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media. We’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.
What’s in it for 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 and provide award-winning training to help you reach your potential, while helping you look after the environment and the communities where we live.
* 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 option 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
* Potential to participate in a local Mains Renewal incentive scheme, with earning potential of up to £10,000 per year
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