Job Description

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide when it comes to employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. 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

As a Tankered Waste Senior Technician, you'll play a key role in connecting operational, process and commercial activities, helping to turn strategy into action and supporting the wider objectives of the team. You'll work closely with a variety of stakeholders, using your expertise to drive improvements, solve challenges and deliver positive outcomes for the business.

You'll be trusted to ensure we meet our regulatory and compliance obligations, taking the lead on reviewing and improving processes to keep us operating safely, efficiently and in line with industry requirements.

Working alongside the Tankered Waste Team Manager, you'll also help support the day-to-day running of the team, promoting a strong health and safety culture, developing colleagues and helping to create an engaged, capable and high-performing workforce.

LETS TELL YOU MORE

Your key accountabilities in this role will include:

• Be a key player in delivering the team's operational, process and commercial objectives, working closely with colleagues and stakeholders across the business to turn strategy into action and drive continuous improvement.
• Champion health, safety, environmental compliance and regulatory excellence by leading audits, supporting investigations, carrying out risk assessments and ensuring all waste approval, acceptance and discharge activities meet the highest standards.
• Support the day-to-day leadership of the team, deputising for the Team Manager when required, mentoring and developing colleagues, and helping to build an engaged, high-performing culture where everyone can thrive.
• Use your technical expertise to review and improve processes, embed best practice, maintain effective Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and provide specialist guidance on waste compliance across the wider business.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, regulators and partners, while supporting regulatory engagement and representing the team at meetings and assurance activities.
• Bring a commercial mindset to decision-making, helping to optimise performance, control costs and contribute to the development of operational, process and commercial strategies that support the future success of the business.

What You'll Bring

• Experience working within the waste industry, with a strong understanding of relevant legislation, regulations and compliance requirements.
• A methodical and analytical approach, with excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving skills, alongside a keen eye for detail and accurate record keeping.
• Experience working within quality management systems and collaborating with waste suppliers, contractors or transport and logistics providers.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence, support and engage a wide range of stakeholders.
• Commercial awareness and a passion for continuous improvement, coupled with the ability to identify opportunities, drive change and deliver results.
• A collaborative and supportive approach, with the confidence to coach others, share knowledge and contribute to a positive team culture.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent, and 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:

• £42,815.19 + Car allowance
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)

• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2250 dependent 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 (including, a year off fully paid maternity and adoption leave)

• Two volunteering days per year

WHATS NEXT?

We can’t wait to hear from you.

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare.

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