Wastewater Asset Survey Leader

RPS are seeking an experienced Wastewater Asset Survey Crew Leader to lead a 3-person team, carrying out surveys of wastewater assets for our clients across the UK. The salary for this role is negotiable depending on experience. Excellent rates, overtime rates and benefits are available.

We're RPS, our projects are all around you. We define, design, and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. And where you'll be supported every step of the way. Here is where you come to build a career.

What you'll be doing

This role focuses on carrying out asset surveys to our client's wastewater assets. This will include surveying manholes to STC25 standards, Combined Sewer Overflows, Pumping Stations and Wastewater Treatment Works. Surveys will also include the use of GPS levelling equipment to obtain cover levels. Previous experience in a related role is essential.

The successful applicant will be experienced in working in confined spaces and highway working, ideally holding both a Confined Spaces Certificate and NRSWA Signing Lighting & Guarding qualification.

This is a customer facing role requiring excellent customer service skills. Applicants must have exceptional organisational skills and be able to work to deadlines. Please note that the work will be outdoors in all weather conditions and will involve the manual handling of manhole chamber covers and other heavy items. Due to the nature of the work, flexibility regarding working hours is essential. This includes occasional Saturday work, early starts and late finishes as required. Overtime rates are paid accordingly.

Who we're looking for?

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and able to complete paperwork accurately and annotate plans
• Experience in a related role, coupled with the ability to accurately navigate the drainage network using the GIS mapping provided
• Detailed knowledge of both public sewer networks and domestic drainage systems
• Excellent problem-solving and accurate record-keeping capabilities
• Demonstrable track record of reliability and flexibility
• Full UK driving licence

What's in it for you?

Here you'll find true support and encouragement. We're an accredited training provider and we support learning and development for everyone. A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you'll be supported as far as you want to go.

We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You'll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

RPS, a Tetra Tech company
Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, in January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With over 28,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world's most complex problems.

What happens next?

If we feel you are a good match you will be invited to a competency-based interview.

If this opportunity suits your career journey, we'd love to hear from you. All applications will be considered, and if you'd like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact mark.maxwell@rpsgroup.com

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Health and Safety

This role will involve:

• Moving heavy items including manhole covers
• Entering sewers
• Working in all weather conditions (this could include night work)#LI-JP1

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'Stronger Together' is one ofour five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace:
'We are respectful,acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution ofeveryone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent.People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.'
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