Sewerage Manager

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Are you looking for a new leadership role? If so, we have a great opportunity for you as a Sewerage Manager.
What you'll do

As the Sewerage Manager you will be a key team player of the Sewerage Operations team which strives to deliver excellent customer service. You will be responsible for ensuring that all KPIs and standards are met, and all operational needs and targets are achieved.

You will oversee the efficient and effective running of the staff within the business unit, assisting with the training, supervision and general support and mentoring of the crews. Ensuring the health and safety of the team, contractors and yourself is at the forefront of all tasks and duties. You will identify areas for improvement that will assist in reducing costs by efficient working. Also managing and controlling your budget.

Other duties include:

• communicating incidents, abnormalities, operational needs and changes to the manager, control room and the business
• ensuring information is provided to maintain support systems for management reports
• contributing to the planning and implementation of necessary change to meet business goals
• undertaking audits - site/crew/contractor.

You will also be required to participate in a full duty operation standby rota.
What you'll need

You will be a team player who has a flexible approach within a changing environment. You will have the ability to work well under pressure and effectively resolve sewerage network issues.

You will be an effective communicator and will have the drive to deliver excellent service that constantly meets the changing needs of the business. You will proactively develop using your skills and knowledge to move forward within the business.

In addition, we are looking for:

• good understanding of sewerage law
• valid driving licence
• confined space working certificate
• IOSH Managing Safely.

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 10 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.