Water Construction Technician

Severn Trent

Water Construction Technician managing and operating large scale Mains Renewal construction activity for Severn Trent Water across the Midlands. Collaborating with teams to ensure successful delivery on-site and assisting in various construction tasks.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeStaffordshire • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £39,215 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing on-site construction activities, including the installation of pressure control valves and conducting detailed surveys for Mains Renewal schemes. Proficient in operational tasks related to water mains and hydrants, with a strong focus on safety and compliance in the utility industry.

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Full UK Manual Driving LicenseNational Water Hygiene CertificationNRSWA CertificationUtility Industry ExperienceCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

On-Site Construction ManagementAsset Health CheckingPressure Control Valve InstallationWater Mains FlushingWater Mains CleansingDetailed Survey ConductingRisk & Contingency Documentation

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsRelationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

National Water HygieneNRSWA

Industry Keywords

Utility-Based IndustryMains Renewal SchemesInfrastructure Network

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate assets on the network on behalf of the construction team
Assist and support the Network Construction Manager in scoping and delivery of Mains Renewal schemes
Work alongside the Lead Operative to deliver on-site activity
Undertake significant, large scale construction activity on-site
Conduct detailed surveys on DMA renewal options
Identify and health check key assets in preparation for risk & contingency documentation
Oversee the installation of pressure control valves on the infrastructure network
Responsible for operational activities on site e.g., flushing and cleansing of water mains and hydrants

Requirements

What you’ll need

Full UK manual driving license
National Water Hygiene and NRSWA
Significant experience working within utility-based industry
Good communication skills
Ability to build successful working relationships

Benefits

Comp & perks

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