Distribution Operative

6 months ago


West Midlands, United Kingdom SEVERN TRENT Full time

Did you know the length of Severn Trent’s water main pipes would wrap around the world just over once? Well, now you do.

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.

**EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW**

We have an exciting opportunity within our Distribution Service Delivery Team to become a **Distribution Operative**

Working in this role, you will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of Severn Trent’s Underground Water network. You’ll be tasked with the upkeep of our Clean Water Network and any required repairs of our Clean Water Main Assets, furthermore you will be conducting excavation within, public highway on Severn Trent sites and private lands.

You’ll put the needs of our customers first, responding to and resolving any issues raised by our customers or members of the public. Your stake holder management skills will also be used to liaise with other departments and our contract partners.

Within this role, every day is different, you’ll get to undertake the full range of duties involved in delivering an effective repair and maintenance service. Including but not limited to; the repair and replacement of existing water mains & ancillary assets, laying and also working on valves, washouts & meters.

As our new Distribution Operative, not only will you be operating machinery out on site, you’ll also be using up to date technology to help our back office with their data upkeep, so this really is a great opportunity to utilise and develop your skills all round

Within this role you will be part of a rolling 7 week shift pattern (24/7, 365). Furthermore this is an outdoor role, working in all weathers, so if you don’t mind being outside and love getting stuck right in, let me tell you more.

**WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE**

A full UK driving License is needed as you will be required to independently travel to depots/ bases.

In this role you’ll be accountable for your own health & safety and have a duty of care to your colleagues & anyone affected by the work you do, for example general public / site personal. This is why bringing your experience of working safely and operating compliantly is a must have for this role.

We love serving our customers, so its key that you do to, as in this role you'll be the face of Severn Trent whilst out and about in our communities.

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, as full training can be provided on site So, if you’re looking for an amazing development opportunity or the chance for a career change this would be great for you

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 involve. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you?

**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 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's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

- Salary: £28,690.65- £31,494.23 (dependent on experience)
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
- Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,150 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’
- Family friendly policies

**WHAT’S NEXT**

**We can’t wait to hear from you.**

And if your curiosity has peaked and you're wanting to find out even more, search **#LifeAtSevernTrent** on social media.



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