Wessex Water

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 Working 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, subject to conditions.
• 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

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

• Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West.
• YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350 acre former airfield into an award winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community.
• YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors.
• YTL Arena – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 19,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space.
• Plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

We are passionate about 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.  

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.