Water Site Supervisor

In this role, you’ll liaise closely and regularly with the Southern Project Managers, review client site whereabouts, and plan inspections of adoptable clean water assets. You will conduct site audits, provide regulatory guidance to developers and contractors, and support project managers in achieving snag-free, compliant asset handovers.

You’ll have the autonomy to manage your diary and work flexibly across sites in the region. This is a fantastic opportunity to support utility excellence from installation to completion, with a strong focus on compliance, communication, and safe delivery.

• Responsible for ensuring that all activities related to their BAU Water Project Delivery aligns with UK SHE legislation and any regulatory licence obligations, whilst also following all Leep SHEQ policies and procedures
• Where required, support the full management of Water Projects in the BAU portfolio
• Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others affected by your actions or omissions.
• Support PMs with onsite commissioning works and document any issues or non-conformances
• Conduct site-specific risk assessments and POWRAs in line with company H&S policies
• Support the PMs with reporting progress against client build programmes and internal milestones
• Monitor compliance and escalate risks or issues where needed
• Conduct regular on-site audits and inspections of adoptable clean water assets
• Document findings clearly, with photographic evidence, and provide written updates to Project Managers
• Assist with project snagging works, ensuring timely completion to required adoption standards
• Ensure installation works meet all regulatory and health and safety standards (Water Regulations, WIRS, CDM, etc)
• Embody and promote Leep Utilities' core values in all decisions and behaviour
• Identify and raise process improvements and efficiencies with the BAU Water Senior PM
• Ensure new assets are installed to a standard acceptable for asset handover to the Asset Management team
• Provide consistent guidance and advice to SLPs, developers, and contractors throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure all operatives and contractors hold the appropriate qualifications and accreditations
• Attend regular meetings with the Senior Water Project Manager and relevant Water Project Managers to review progress and identify issues or blockers
• Liaise regularly with Southern BAU Water Project Managers to plan and align site visits against client whereabouts and project timelines

• Knowledge of asset adoption and network commissioning
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, alongside strong IT and reporting skills
• Strong understanding of Water Regulations, Health & Safety legislation, and audit procedures
• Confident liaising with contractors, developers, and clients
• Familiarity with technical design review or variation processes
• Experience working with DNOs, IDNOs or on multi-utility sites
• Working knowledge of NAV processes and WIRS/SLP environments
• Demonstrable experience of the design and construction of potable water infrastructure
• Self-motivated, organised, and confident managing your own workload
• 5 years’ experience of working in Project Management or Team Supervision capacity within a SLP or Water Company
• Experience in clean water utility installations and regulations

At Leep, we believe in stable growth and putting our people first. Our 5-year strategic growth plan gives us stability today and prepares us for the future, while nurturing a strong collaborative and supportive culture.

Salary: up to £45K DOE

• Salary which aligns to your experience and skillset
• Engagement committee with events throughout the year, including Christmas Party, Summer Party and individual team socials
• Car allowance
• Company pension plan
• Option to purchase additional holiday days through our Holiday Buying Scheme
• Health Cash plan through Westfield Health
• Paid professional memberships relevant to your role and access to professional development opportunities
• 25 days paid holiday + bank holidays
• An additional day off to celebrate your birthday
• Annual discretionary bonus