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Surveyor
October 27, 2020 | Comments Off on Surveyor
Location: Barnstable and surrounding areas
Business Area: Kier Utilities- South West Water
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Kier and its partnership with South West Water are passionate about providing an exceptional service to customers. We help to provide high quality drinking and waste water service throughout Cornwall, Devon, Bournemouth and small parts of Somerset.
We work as part of a Framework delivering reactive repair and maintenance services across the regions in the South West, whether it be responding to fix a water leak or replacing a main on planned works, we will be there ensuring we complete the works in a safe and timely way.
About the role
We have an opportunity for a Surveyor to work primarily on New Water Connections as part of the Planned Works Delivery Team within Network Service Alliance (NSA), specifically on clean water related projects. We currently have a vacancy at our Barnstaple depot.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Undertaking potable water main New Connection Surveys, including establishing traffic management and pipe sizing requirements to undertake the works
- Undertake 'Trench Inspections' for new potable water pipe installations
- Undertake Pre-Connection inspections on potable water pipes prior to making live
- Ensure compliance of the works in relation to water regulation & new installations for potable water mains & service
- Complete required inspection forms via hand held electronic device (tablet)
- Complete feedback to both Kier & SWW IT Systems
- Undertake customer liaison in relation to all survey & inspection works
- Liaise with the client & stakeholders
- Provide support to Metering, Developer Services and the rest of the NSA contract as required.
This role may require you to work as part of a 5-day shift pattern (including a Saturday or Sunday on a rota-basis). Weekend working as part of the shift is compensated with enhanced pay and a weekday off, providing flexibility and opportunity for improved work life balance for many.
What do we need from you?
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have previous experience within a similar position, ideally within the water sector however we welcome applications from other sectors such as highways, telecoms, electricity, gas and those with plumbing backgrounds.
Due to the nature of the role a Full Driving Licence is essential.
What will you receive?
Bring your talent and ambition to Kier and you'll enjoy the scope and opportunity to invest in your own future, to build your expertise and contribute to a rich and diverse culture.
You can also expect a competitive salary and a strong benefits package that includes:
- Standby payments
- Enhanced hourly rate for shifts, weekends and overtime
- Free Life Assurance
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Two employee Share Scheme options
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Kier Rewards, our exclusive Discount Shopping Site with deals available at over 800 retailers
Pre-employment checks
It's worth remembering that we'll undertake the relevant/ standard employment checks if you're successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.
Being part of Kier means living our values of being Collaborative, Trusted and Focused. We all have the potential to shape our world, and it's through these values that we will leave a lasting legacy.
Kier is an inclusive employer.
Closing date: 10th November 2020