Construction Lead Operative

At Severn Trent, we’re embarking on an exciting £415m project to replace 870 miles of old water pipes across the Midlands. 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. 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.

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, 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.

• Ensure CDM compliance on site, 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, companies, local authorities, and customers.
• Identify and mitigate against potential hazards.
• Document findings in a daily dynamic risk assessment and ensure full compliance with SOPS for all activities undertaken on site.
• Actively manage any impacts, depending on the activity being carried out, including impacts on the wider organisation, customers, external businesses and organisations (e.g. blocked roads, traffic management, bursts, supply interruptions, etc.) and deliver the construction work to a planned budget.

The right candidate will have experience of working on Mains Renewal schemes and/or a formal NCO Qualification, working within a utility-based industry. While coordinating activity and supporting 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 also have completed all NRSWA modules. Additionally, knowledge and understanding of Mains Renewal processes, options, and associated risks, 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. We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involved. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care.

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 award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live. With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite perks that you’ll get being 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 (of 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. 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’re wanting to find out even 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!