Armed Forces Placement Scheme - Field Operations - Central
ARMED FORCES PLACEMENT SCHEME – SEVERN TRENT SERVICES – WATER SEVICES CONTRACTS
Severn Trent Services – Water Services Contracts (Field Operations) - Central
Severn Trent Services delivers essential water and wastewater solutions across the UK, supporting critical infrastructure and some of the country’s most important clients – including the Ministry of Defence (MOD).
Our Field Operations teams play a vital role in maintaining resilient water services across defence estates, ensuring safe, compliant and reliable supply for both operational and residential environments.
With a skilled workforce and a strong safety-first culture, our people are at the heart of what we do – protecting vital assets, supporting communities and delivering high-quality service where it matters most.
This placement will be based Centrally covering Nottinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire and Rutland regions.
WHY CHOOSE US?
You’ve already demonstrated discipline, teamwork, and resilience – now apply those skills in a new environment, supporting critical national infrastructure.
Join a team where your experience is valued, your development is supported and your work has real purpose – helping to maintain essential water services across MOD sites and beyond.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- An up to 6-week placement opportunity within our Field Operations – Water Services Contracts team
- Placement durations can be flexible, tailored to individual circumstances and aligned with resettlement allowances and leave entitlements
- Roles based across operational regions supporting MOD and commercial water contracts (locations can be discussed to suit availability)
- Hands-on involvement in network operations, asset maintenance, compliance activities and fault response
- Exposure to leakage detection, pressure management and asset performance optimisation within secure and operational environments
- Mentorship from experienced Field Technicians and Operational Teams, STS field managers and the Severn Trent Armed forces network, all whilst working on real-world challenges to gain insight on how your skills translate.
- Access to our Learning & Development programmes and dedicated mentorship, including CV support, interview preparation and career transition guidance.
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN
- A practical understanding of water services delivery in complex, regulated environments, including MOD infrastructure.
- Experience in maintaining and protecting critical water assets, ensuring continuity of supply and water quality compliance.
- Insight into field-based operational roles, including incident response, asset inspection and planned maintenance.
- Opportunity to build networks with industry professionals and explore future career pathways within Severn Trent Services or beyond.
- Flexible start dates offered throughout the year to support individual resettlement journeys.
CRITERIA
- This is a highly active, field-based role, with the majority of work conducted outdoors across operational sites.
- You should be comfortable working in varied environments and prepared to be on your feet for extended periods.
- A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and strong team ethic are essential.
- A full UK driving licence is required due to travel between sites.
- Ability to utilise resettlement time or annual leave for the placement duration.
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Don’t miss the opportunity to take transition insights into a career supporting critical water infrastructure within national defence operations with Severn Trent Services.
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
- Dedicated support for to enhance a smooth military-to-civilian transition.
- Guidance on wellbeing, career development and long-term progression.
- Recognition of your skills, experience and contribution.
- Personalised follow-up and guidance throughout your application journey.