HS & W Technical Expert

We’re more than just a water company. We're dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment, sustainability, and the communities we serve. By joining us, you’ll work with the latest technologies, driving forward-thinking projects that enhance and protect national infrastructure, making a real difference to the communities we serve.

With over 11,000 colleagues, we're looking for more brilliant people who are passionate about sustainability, eager to innovate, and ready to turn challenges into opportunities for a better future.

LET’S CUT STRAIGHT TO IT

At Severn Trent, our ambition is simple: no one gets hurt or made unwell by what we do. We’re looking for a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Technical Expert to lead the development of clear, practical standards, learning and systems that make safe working easy for everyone.

What you’ll do

Own and continuously improve Severn Trent’s Health, Safety & Wellbeing management system and standards and supporting guidance
Develop clear, pragmatic H&S Standards aligned to UK legislation, best practice and ISO 45001
Create engaging, high‑quality Toolbox Talks and safety learning materials
Translate complex legal and technical requirements into simple, practical guidance
Shape and improve digital HSW systems (incident reporting, risk assessment, audits, permits to work)
Act as a trusted Technical Expert, advising leaders and frontline teams on safe and compliant working
Use data from incidents, audits and feedback to drive continuous improvement

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Strong working knowledge of UK health & safety legislation and risk management
Proven experience developing H&S Standards, procedures or technical guidance
Experience creating Toolbox Talks, learning content or safety training materials
Confidence working with digital HSW systems and supporting system improvements
Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, able to influence without authority
High attention to detail, strong problem‑solving skills and a pragmatic mindset
Full U.K driving licence

Desirable

NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent)
Experience with system configuration, workflows or reporting dashboards

Additional information

You’ll join the Security & Resilience standby rota
This role involves regular site engagement and face‑to‑face collaboration across the business

Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. 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

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 Severn Trent family:

28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 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 and two 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.