Water Network Technician in Stroud

Did you know the length of Severn Trent’s water main pipes would wrap around the world just over once? It’s a big network, and a big responsibility. Every day 8 million people from Scunthorpe to Stroud rely on us to bring them clean water at the turn of a tap and take away their waste in one flush. From planning, to digging, to inspecting we welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality. We know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our customers and the communities where they live. If you want to do more because you care, we’d love to talk to you. There really is something for everyone here.

Working within our Water Operations department, we have a really exciting opportunity to join the team as a Water Network Technician where you will predominantly be ensuring the effective operation of the distribution Network. You will be involved in several daily activities to ensure the ownership and delivery of district metered area’s, including leakage reduction, pressure management and continuous improvements of our assets. Also, you’ll take ownership of network and customer issues, alongside building relationships with both our internal and external stakeholders.

• Improve customer experience to prevent complaints by proactively owning and resolving customer service issues.
• Proactively manage and enhance both the internal and external relationships with all key parties including contractors, STW teams, COSC, Asset Creation and other supporting departments.
• Own and deliver all activities within their allocated DMA’s including leakage reduction and DMA improvement.
• Identify mitigation measures to reduce Water Quality complaints in High Risk DMAs and promote long term solutions with Asset Optimisation Teams.
• Work with the Customer and Community Leads to promote and inform customers of works, impact and benefit, that take place in their communities.
• Ensuring 3rd parties do not misuse the distribution network and take enforcement action where required.
• Work with the Asset Optimisation team to provide operational and technical input to ensure capital investment provides an end product compatible with operational needs and maintenance practices.
• Identify and promote asset investment requirements and any residual risks arising from operational activities and record details on the companies risk management database.

We are seeking a skilled professional with proven experience in clean water network operations, including leakage detection and mains camera inspections. The ideal candidate will hold a National Water Hygiene certification and be qualified in Street Works signing, lighting, and guarding. Additional qualifications such as valving training and IOSH certification are essential, ensuring a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.

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.

• 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

Salary: £38,045

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. We’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date too - so keep an eye on your phone and emails. And, if your curiosity has peaked and you want to find out even more, search on social media.