Senior Field Technician

Overview

Veriflo is a fast-growing, dynamic company dedicated to delivering high-quality clean water services. We are looking for motivated and hands-on Senior Field Technicians to join our team and grow with us. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong practical background within the clean water distribution industry who is eager to develop their career and exposure to the clean water network.

Location: Primarily in and around the M25 region, but not limited to this area. Head Office / Client Satellite Sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead on delivering a broad spectrum of field-based activities such as trunk & distribution main isolations, asset investigation & validation, operability testing, reservoir outages & mains commissioning, and all associated water quality activities such as flushing and sampling.
• In conjunction with the Project Manager, lead and control all on-site field activities including complex and emergency works, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of the activity/project.
• Liaise directly with all stakeholders including desktop & onsite teams, third party contractors, suppliers & client representatives to ensure the highest standard of communication between all parties.
• Possess the confidence & knowledge to suggest resolutions, new ideas and areas for improvement and take a lead on implementation.
• Responsible for briefing all team members, subcontractors and suppliers on site-specific RAMS, project briefings and any associated toolbox talks and safe operating procedures.
• Carry out comprehensive site surveys, risk and hazard reports and inspections for submission to clients and to supporting RAMS preparation.
• Use GIS plans and other reference documents to undertake comprehensive site assessments such as point of work risk assessments, site survey reports & trace extensions.
• Conduct investigations & observations to support continuous improvement of field-based work activities, reporting standards, traffic management considerations & night work referrals.
• Recognise issues that may arise, identify the root cause, use the resources available and troubleshoot to resolve, repair or make adjustments as required in liaison with all stakeholders.
• Ensure seamless project/work activity execution and foster a positive team culture, motivating and empowering field-based team members to achieve a safe and successful outcome.
• Utilise your experience on the network to coach & mentor field team colleagues and share knowledge & skills.
• In collaboration with the Field Operations Supervisor, carry out routine HSEQ and capability observation audits providing feedback and guidance.
• In collaboration with the HSEQ Manager, support the delivery of bi-annual safety stand-down days and participate in the Health and Safety committee, delivering actions and recommending improvements to ways of working.

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in a practical clean water industry field environment.
• First-person lead on trunk main isolations on large diameter mains.
• Valve operations including CALM Networks.
• EUSR Water Hygiene.
• Full clean UK driving licence.
• Proficiency with IT programs like Office 365, GIS mapping tools, PDA/Tablet use and online reporting software.
• NRSWA Supervisor (desirable).
• Ideal experience includes: District metered area validation, zonal pressure tests and experience with valve shutoffs and step testing. Trunk and distribution main isolations, asset verification, probe installations and mains disinfection.
• Proven track record of owning or leading tasks and activities and a drive to see jobs through to a resolution.
• Motivated to maximise network knowledge and initiative to problem solve when faced with issues in the field.
• Driven by safe, first-time results and motivated by a sense of achievement when investigating and seeing activity from start to finish.
• Committed to high standards of health, safety, and water quality.
• Experience of mentoring team members and leading by example, especially with work ethic and knowledge sharing.
• Ability to work flexibly and reactively depending on business operations and requirements, including day, night and weekend shifts as required.

Why Join Us

At Veriflo Ltd, we specialise in professional project management and consultancy within the clean water sector. Our mission is to help clients reduce leakage and unaccounted-for water through innovative solutions and strategic planning. We work across water quality control, network operations, statutory outages, and strategic optimisation. As a rapidly growing company, we pride ourselves on our expert team and collaborative culture. We work with industry leaders on high-profile projects such as Thames Water Tideway and HS2.

Join us to…

• Be part of a growing company with exciting national projects
• Work in a supportive, forward-thinking team
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Make a real impact in the water industry

Our Package

• From 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an extra day of annual leave for every 3 consecutive years of service, up to 30 days (excluding bank holidays).
• Overtime pay time and a half, and enhanced night pay.
• Company utility van with air conditioning, fuel card & tolls paid upfront.
• 4% Employer Pension Contribution.
• Enhanced Sick Pay to support you financially when you may need it most.
• Professional Growth – we fund relevant qualifications and memberships to support your career development.
• Team Events and Culture – two company-wide events annually, including a Summer Team Building event and a Winter Party.
• Health & Lifestyle Rewards with Benenden Health, including discounts at 3,500+ retailers, 24/7 GP access for you and your family, and private healthcare options.

Please note, all offers are subject to DBS checks as well as Drug and Alcohol Testing.

About Veriflo

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