Network Operative

We are looking for self-motivated and customer-focused individuals to join our team of dedicated Network Operatives in the Affinity Water East supply area. As a Network Operative, you’ll work as part of a two person team to complete essential maintenance and repairs to the water network, ensuring we can deliver clean, wholesome drinking water to the communities we serve.

Requirements

• Previous experience in laying mains and service pipes is essential
• Completed NRSWA Operative training
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in Laying Mains and Services, alongside a current Street Works qualification
• Water industry experience is desirable but not essential as in-house training programmes are available
• Good health & safety understanding
• Ability to demonstrate good team working and ensure the overall morale of the department is maintained
• Excellent customer service experience
• Full clean/manual - UK driving licence

Benefits

• Learning and development opportunities, including mentoring and a range of formal courses and open learning resources
• Entry into the company annual bonus scheme
• Annual leave from 23-27 rising with length of service, and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days
• A ‘Celebration Day’ in addition to public holidays that people can use to celebrate a religious festival or other occasion that is important to them
• A generous 'double match pension scheme' that doubles the contributions you make (company contribution capped at 12%)
• We offer a range of family benefits including enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity, Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support Leave and up to 5 full or 10 half days of paid Carers Leave
• Menopause policy and Reasonable Adjustment policy to help everyone perform at their best
• Access to our Wellbeing Centre with support for looking after your physical and mental health
• Discounts at a Range of Retail Outlets and on Dental and Medical Insurance through our Tap4Perks scheme
• Up to 4 Affinity days a year to volunteer in the community
• Life Assurance
• Disability Confident