Supply & Waste Skilled Civil Team Leader

Do you have experience in Civil Engineering? Are you looking for your next challenge where you can lead a team to success? If so, we have a great opportunity for you in our Minor Civils Refurbishment team.
This role will see you travelling across our region which covers Bristol, Salisbury, Bournemouth, Bridgwater, and everything in between. A company vehicle will be provided along with all the tools you will need to complete the job.
What you'll do
As a team leader, you will have day-to-day responsibility for managing a multi-disciplined team of two to six people. The works may be located on waste or supply treatment works and drinking water tanks/compartments throughout our region.
The projects will involve minor civil engineering solutions, including mechanical works (installing new and modifying existing pipework), excavations up to 3m and installations of concrete chambers below and above ground. You will also install reinforced slabs and carry out reservoir refurbishment repairs to concrete surfaces, both external and internal to protect against water ingress and leakage.
You will be required to carry out health and safety inspections, issue permits, allocate labour, manage sub-contractors, purchase materials, site setup and ensure safe working practices on site.
What you'll need
To be a great fit for this role, we're looking for someone with a positive can-do attitude who has a great work ethic and is dedicated to doing a good job. You will be well organised, customer focused and a great team player.
To succeed in the role, you should have strong minor civil engineering experience, alongside experience operating plant machinery, such as excavators or dumpers.
It is essential to hold a valid UK driving licence and have proven towing experience. Preferred qualifications include Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme Course (CITB SSSTS) and confined space training.
You will need to be environmentally aware and have a good understanding of what we can and cannot do in environmentally sensitive locations.
What you'll receive
Total pension contributions up to 20%.
Career progression and professional development opportunities.
25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
The opportunity to buy up to ten days' holiday and sell up to five every year.
A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
A new electric car in exchange for part of your gross salary.
Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
One paid volunteering day each year.
Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
An interactive health and wellbeing platform.
Support from mental health first aiders.
A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone to work for us.
Who we are
We are one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West.
The work we do goes beyond providing an essential public service. We also aim to have a positive impact on the communities we serve and the natural environment.
Our people tell us Wessex Water is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have the opportunity to develop and progress your career, while also receiving health and wellbeing support.
We also continue to promote diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.
This is an exciting opportunity to join us and if you would like to be part of our journey, we would love to hear from you. Please do not hesitate to let us know about any additional support you may need.
Sound interesting? Apply to start your application.
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