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24 hours a day, 365 days a year we serve 4.8 million households and businesses across the heart of the UK. Each cuppa drunk, each toilet flushed is only possible because of the 10,000 brilliant colleagues working across our patch.
If you want to do more, because you care, we’d love to talk to you. There really is something for everyone here.
With that in mind, we are looking for multiple Network Optimisation Support Technicians to join our Asset Planning (Waste Networks) Team. This role is based in Raynesway, Derby.
In this role, you’ll support the team in understanding the performance and condition of the wastewater network through field-based monitoring, asset surveys and network investigations. You’ll take ownership of installing, maintaining and managing pressure monitoring equipment across our wastewater assets, while also supporting temporary flow monitoring activities.
You’ll carry out both proactive and reactive investigations to improve asset understanding, identify operational issues and support the delivery of network optimisation programmes. Alongside this, you’ll complete surveys to enhance the quality of asset data within our systems, support Rising Main investigations and follow-on activities, and provide clear, timely feedback to help inform operational and investment decision-making.
Key accountabilities include:
Install, maintain and manage pressure monitoring equipment across wastewater assets
Support the deployment, maintenance and recovery of temporary flow monitoring equipment
Carry out field surveys, inspections and investigations to assess asset performance and identify issues
Collect, validate and update asset information to improve data quality across business systems
Support Rising Main investigations and follow-on activities to enhance asset understanding
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You’ll have a keen eye for detail and an interest in working with data, with the ability to interpret information and draw simple, practical insights. You may have some experience in an operational, technical or field-based environment, but most importantly you’ll bring a proactive and curious mindset, with a willingness to learn and develop your understanding of wastewater assets and networks.
You’ll be organised and able to manage your own workload, working both independently and as part of a team. Confident using IT systems such as Microsoft Office and digital tools, you’ll be comfortable recording and handling data accurately. Strong communication skills will help you share findings clearly, support investigations and collaborate effectively with colleagues across the business.
You’ll hold a full UK driving licence.
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, which is subject to eligibility)
Family-friendly policies (including a year off fully paid maternity and adoption leave)
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
Two paid volunteering days per year
And if your curiosity has peaked and you're wanting to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.
Ps. we’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date - so keep an eye on your phone and emails!
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GBP 30620.85-30620.85 yearly / year
Full-time
Entry
Onsite
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