Severn Trent Water
Job title:
Network Logistics Manager
Company
Severn Trent Water
Job description
Our people are what makes Severn Trent a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. We’re a team of over 9,000 people with a purpose to deliver one of life’s essentials, and we do it all while thriving in our unique culture.We’re a growing, Midlands based FTSE100 listed company and welcome people from all walks of life, celebrating their individuality, as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our customers and the communities we represent.It’s an exciting time to join, as we have a huge ambition to deliver bigger and better than ever before over our next 5-year regulatory period. If you’re seeking an exciting and thoroughly rewarding career, Severn Trent is the place to be.Due to an exciting new programme which is going to see us deliver for our customers a full mains renewal across our region over the next few years, we are now on a significant recruitment drive to scale our teams to deliver this fantastic work.This is your opportunity to play a part in this transformation!We are looking for a Network Construction Manager to come in and will be responsible for managing significant, large scale construction activity across multiple sites.EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOWAs our new Network Logistics Manager, you’ll manage and co-ordinate all logistics plant, equipment, and supplies needed to support the Network Construction Team.You’ll also be accountable for ensuring that all plant, equipment, and supplies are effectively maintained, kept safe, and operationally ready as and when required by the Network Construction Team.Additionally, you’ll manage a team of up to 19 FTE (North, South, East or West).You’ll also ensure the logistics team runs smoothly and efficiently, coordinating activities across multiple sites to support the construction teams. While working closely with the Mains Renewal Transport Manager to ensure Driver’s compliance.Key Accountabilities:
- Work closely with the Network Construction Business Leader, up to 9 Network Construction Managers and up to 18 Network Construction Lead Operatives across the region.
- Be accountable for maintaining and securely storing equipment at local compounds. Ensuring suitable stock levels are kept at the required levels, meaning that the Network Construction team can focus on key activities.
- Significant relationship management activity, ensuring that strong relationships are built and maintained with local quarries, plant and suppliers.
- Take responsibility for the team to undertake reinstatement / backfill activity correctly and efficiently and work closely with the Mains Renewal Transport Manager to ensure Driver’s compliance.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLEFor this role the right candidate will have significant team leadership experience, working within utility-based industry and in a logistics and / or construction environment and Solid understanding and experience of quarry and tipping activities.You’ll also have driven HGVs in the past, understand technical O licence compliance requirements and experience in identifying risks & opportunities, and able to demonstrate this in a logistics context.Additionally, you’ll have the ability to make prompt, clear decisions which may involve tough choices or considered risk, excellent communication, influencing and forward planning skills.As travel is required, you’ll also have to hold a full U.K driving license.The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude we want to talk to you, too.We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involve. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you?WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOUWorking here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite’s perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:
- 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
- Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
- Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
- Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
- Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
- Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
- Family friendly policies
- Two volunteering days per year
WHAT’S NEXTWe can’t wait to hear from you.Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare.If your curiosity has been piqued and you’re wanting to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.Ps. we’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date – so keep an eye on your phone and emails!
Expected salary
Location
Gloucester
Job date
Thu, 17 Oct 2024 22:31:07 GMT
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