Assistant Water Network Technician

LET’S CUT STRAIGHT TO IT

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 have a brilliant opportunity to join our Water Network Operations and Leakage department as a Assistant Water Network Technician!

The role of the Assistant Water Networks Technician involves assisting in the effective operation of the Distribution Network, particularly in managing leakage, while ensuring full compliance with all customer, regulatory, and company standards.

You will support Water Network Technicians in achieving targeted leakage levels within district metered areas, including pressure management and leakage reduction. Your efforts will contribute to improving ODI performance and the overall serviceability of the Distribution network.

In this role, you will assist in resolving network and customer issues, building relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate the effective delivery of operational works. Your goal will be to minimize the impact on customers and their communities

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FO

We are looking for someone with proven experience of working under pressure in times of high volume work and can proactively diagnose and solve problems first time. Having strong communication skills is vital for this role as you will be dealing with a variety of stakeholders. Additionally, if you are able to build strong relationships, then please apply using the link below.

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’re looking for people who want to get involved, be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.

HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU IN RETURN

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. You’ll also contribute to the environment and community. Some of our benefits include:

Salary: £31,252
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

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.