Waste Network Resolution Operative

1 week ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom SEVERN TRENT Full time

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide when it comes to employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. Join us in making a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace.

If you want to do more, because you care, we want you on our team.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

At Severn Trent, we are looking for an experienced Civils Operative to join the team responsible for deep excavations on our Waste Networks to repair, prevent failure or inability to operate. This will mean ideally you will have a 360-excavator license and experience and knowledge on how to perform a deep excavation safely.

You'll be based at our Barnhurst site covering our Wolverhampton region and west Birmingham.  You'll work within our Waste Network Resolution Team, with 13 other Operatives within your Region. With this being such a critical role, we're looking for someone who can join us 42.5 a week, working from 07:30-16:30 Monday to Friday with a rotating standby rota which will include evenings and weekends.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We would love you to have a strong background in Civil Engineering with experience in problem solving and first-time resolution of gravity and pressurised systems. You'll be expected to work well with other Operatives and take instruction from Management, but also not be afraid to challenge site safety/ assess risks and bring your own initiative to the works being done.

To be able to fulfil this position you will need have:

  • Full driving licence and C1 & E / CE license as you will be travelling to various locations with different vehicles needed at different jobs
  • NRSWA Operatives Qualification
  • Deep Excavation training
  • 360 Excavator License
  • Medium risk confined space and similar industry qualifications
  • Knowledge of Temporary Works
  • Underground Cable Detection

Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter 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 seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.

HOW WE'LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU

It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. Plus, you'll contribute to the environment and community too. Here are some of our favourites:

  • 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, which is subject to eligibility)
  • Family-friendly policies (including a year off fully paid maternity and adoption leave)
  • 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
  • Two paid volunteering days per year

LET'S GO

We can't wait to hear from you Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. We'll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails. 



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