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 in making 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.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
Working within our Waste Network department as a Reactive Repair Manager on a 12 month contract, you’ll be leading a diverse team of technical advisors and skilled site supervisors to repair our sewerage network through our contract partners. You will manage resources (people, assets, IT and finance) to meet regulatory and Company targets as well as customer expectations, delivering the highest standards of work for the lowest costs possible.
As a Team Manager you will be responsible for the safety and development of your team ensuring they are fit for the future and the demanding area in which they operate. You’ll work proactively with all our internal and external stakeholders, including the Highways, Drinking Water Inspectorate, Environment Agency, local communities and landowners.
The role will include being part of a company standby rota which operates 24/7, 365 days a year as does our network. The role will include working across different regions or areas as required.
Some of your other key accountabilities will include:
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE
Some direct experience in managing, leading and inspiring teams in a customer-focused operational environment would be advantageous. A good understanding of the sewerage network and drainage repairs is required including civils, lining and patching operations with relevant experience a benefit. You’ll be expected to interact with customers to deliver a great customer experience, with flexibility to meet both the customer’s requirement and business requirements.
Continuous development and improvement of the team is critical, so the ability to understand and put in place plans that build the department through constant innovation and improvements is essential.
A full UK driving license is required for the role.
Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome and celebrate diverse individuals, knowing they help us better serve our communities. We seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
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. Plus, you'll contribute to the environment and community too. Here are some of our favourites:
LET’S GO
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Water is wonderful. Without it we’d be lost. With it, everything’s possible. For every toothbrush, for every loo flushed. For the hot showers, the cool drinks, the cups of tea. But it’s not just at the heart of our homes. It’s at the heart of everything; our schools, our businesses, our hospitals. Saving lives, helping communities thrive.
We’re Severn Trent, a diverse and amazing group of people who want to keep it that way. We bring you clean water and we take it away safely too. But it’s not just what we do. It’s how we do it: not just talking, but going over and above. Stepping up and rolling our sleeves up.
It’s because we care. Not only about our water but our corner of the country. And we care for our amazing people who make all this possible. Don’t just take our word for it; we’re a Glassdoor Top 50 Company – one of the best employers in the UK right now.
At Severn Trent, we do more, because we care.