Leats Team Manager

Overview

Lead and maintain leats/canals, manage team, ensure safety and water supply.

Key Responsibilities

• leats maintenance
• water delivery
• mine safety
• work planning
• equipment procurement
• stakeholder liaison

Tasks

-Manage and motivate the SWW Leats Team, ensuring efficient maintenance of leats and canals -Deliver maintenance programmes year-round to maximise water availability for hydro and drinking water -Oversee abandoned mines in the operating area to ensure public safety -Actively participate in day-to-day operations alongside your team -Work with biodiversity teams to address invasive species -Plan and schedule routine and complex works in collaboration with the Hydro Maintenance Manager and Process & Asset Optimisation Manager -Support business cases for capital investment and deputise for the Hydro Maintenance Manager when required -Liaise with landowners, the public, and organisations such as SW Lakes Trust and Dartmoor National Park Authority -Ensure compliance with health & safety (Homesafe policy), water quality, and environmental objectives -Organise specialist plant and equipment through local suppliers for effective delivery -Manage resources, budgets, and requisitioning to optimise team performance

Requirements

• driving licence
• nvq level2
• iosh
• plant operation
• health & safety
• team leadership

What You Bring

-Full UK Driving Licence (including B & E for towing) -Knowledge of health & safety principles and environmental regulations -NVQ Level 2 in general estates/building maintenance -Proven experience managing and leading a successful team -Comfortable working in a delivery-focused environment and using IT systems -Background in watercourse maintenance, building, and repair -Ability to problem-solve and work methodically -National Diploma in Countryside Management (or awareness) -Understanding of COSHH regulations and environmental impacts of maintenance work -Strong leadership and prioritisation skills -IOSH Managing Safely -5 GCSEs (including Maths, English, Science) -Skilled in operating plant, equipment, and power tools -Excellent communication and public liaison skills

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Benefits

-Buy or sell annual leave to offer you extra flexibility -Flexible approach to working hours and conditions -Competitive Contributory Pension -Enjoy access to thousands of deals and discounts on supermarkets, high street shops, online retailers, travel, eating out, cinemas, gyms and much more though Perkbox -We support our people by offering a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme -Enjoy free eye tests and discounts on frames and lenses at Specsavers -Take up to 26 weeks’ additional maternity leave -We offer free car parking at the majority of our sites -A range of group discounts: The Dell Advantage Programme, Virgin Media Affinity Scheme, Vodaphone Advantage and more -Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays -A discretionary Bonus -Buy a bike and safety equipment tax-free, through our Cycle to Work scheme -Share your parental leave and split your time off to care for your child how you choose -At South West Water, we don’t all do the same job, but we each get out of bed in the morning knowing that every day is a chance to make incredible things happen, together. In return for our people’s hard work and commitment, we offer an excellent range of benefits: -Look after your wellbeing with our Champion Health support platform -Invest in Pennon Group plc through our employee share schemes

About South West Water

-South West Water is a leading provider of water and wastewater services, covering Cornwall, Devon, and parts of Dorset. -The company is known for pioneering innovation in water treatment and sustainability efforts across its service regions. -Specializes in providing clean, safe water and efficient wastewater treatment to both residential and commercial customers. -Committed to ensuring the highest standards of water quality and environmental stewardship in all its operations. -One of the standout projects includes the upgrade of wastewater treatment facilities to meet growing demand and environmental standards. -South West Water's operations span a variety of sectors, including residential, commercial, and industrial water services.

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