Drainage Delivery Technician
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The role:
We’re looking for a dedicated Drainage Network Technician to lead the resolution of reactive network asset failures and incidents where first-time resolution has not been achieved. You’ll act as the local technical expert for all aspects of the drainage network, working to improve overall drainage performance and customer satisfaction. The role also involves contributing to the development and delivery of a drainage performance improvement plan.
What you'll be doing:
You will be responsible for responding to primarily planned work on the Wastewater Network and reactive work as required. Analysing drainage data to identify failure trends, taking corrective action to improve overall drainage performance (SIM/Cmex, ODI; Cash; Health and Safety). You will also be responsible for:
Lead proactive network management by identifying repeat incidents, investigating root causes, and implementing interventions to prevent future failures, while supporting the Drainage Performance Engineer as needed.
Support maintenance and investment planning by developing and reviewing maintenance schedules, identifying investment needs, and raising serviceability works and Very Small Projects (VSPs).
Ensure compliance and data accuracy by adhering to health, safety, and environmental policies, maintaining accurate asset and regulatory records, and supporting Environment Agency protocol.
Engage with stakeholders and customers by drafting responses to MPs and councillors, managing escalated complaints, attending appointments, and improving customer satisfaction.
Provide technical support and insight by identifying performance trends, supporting delivery teams, contributing to event reports, and embracing new technologies to enhance network visibility.
Participation on the standby rota is required
What we're looking for:
Good understanding of IT systems and their capabilities.
Extensive knowledge and experience of day-to-day drainage system and associated maintenance techniques.
Excellent wastewater regulatory understanding.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Reporting and presentation skills (both oral and written)
Ability to interface with customers and provide excellent customer service.
Excellent time management and organisational skills - able to work to deadlines and achieve personal objectives.
Minimum of 5 GCSE's grades A-C or equivalent (which must include Maths, English and a Science or Technology subject
Full UK driving licence is required to carry out the role.
This role may not be eligible for the visa sponsorship
What we offer:
- A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
- A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
- Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
- A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
- MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
- Best Doctors
- Salary Finance
- Wealth at Work courses
- Deals and discounts
- EVolve Car Scheme
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Mental health first aiders
- ShareBuy
- MORE Choices flexible benefits
- Enhanced parental leave schemes
About United Utilities
Public UK water utility providing drinking water and wastewater services to eight million North West England residents.
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