Network Optimisation Technician

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement, and we’re equally proud of our strong Glassdoor score — reflecting how much our people love working here.

Join us to make 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.

LET’S TELL YOU MORE

We’re looking for a Network Optimisation Technician at our office in Leicester.

Our Network Optimisation teams are responsible for ensuring that Severn Trent meets and improves our expected water supply service standards for our customers. They are effectively the architect of our network adapting its configuration and controls, performing root cause analysis investigations to system failures, identifying ways to put things right, working out how to proactively improve performance of the network and developing proposals to ensure the short and long-term performance of the water network.

Within this Technician role you will therefore be responsible for providing technical expertise on our water supply network, investigating asset performance, providing analysis and investigation, and producing technical reports using hydraulic modelling.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

You’ll typically have great analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to determine and promote the best solution, that delivers a quality and reliable service, and communicate complex ideas clearly to a range of different stakeholders.

You’ll need to be able to use IT systems. It goes without saying you’ll have excellent communication skills and demonstrate the ability to influence colleagues of all levels effectively. You`ll have strong organisational skills and you`ll be able to work on own initiative.

We are seeking candidates with experience in the application of hydraulic principles, hydraulic modelling, and the operation of network assets within an engineering or operational environment. Strong IT skills are essential, particularly in the use of spreadsheets and the ability to present data in a clear, visual format. Familiarity with the UK water regulatory framework is desirable, though not essential.

You’ll be able to work independently, with strong self‑motivation and exceptional written communication skills. The role also requires the ability to clearly explain complex issues to different audiences, apply strong numerical and analytical skills to problem‑solving, and effectively prioritise workloads to meet deadlines and performance targets.

HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU IN RETURN

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:

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

LET’S GO

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