Trunk Sewer Working Supervisor

We are seeking a Working Supervisor to lead a team in trunk sewer operations, with a strong focus on traffic management planning, contractor coordination, and data reporting in Excel.

This role combines hands-on involvement with leadership responsibilities, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of sewer maintenance and rehabilitation projects.
 
What you’ll be doing as a Trunk Sewer Working Supervisor:

• Lead and supervise a team of operatives in trunk sewer maintenance, inspection, and repair.
• Develop, implement, and oversee traffic management plans to ensure public and worker safety during sewer works.
• Coordinate and manage contractors, ensuring compliance with project specifications and safety standards.
• Use Microsoft Excel to track work schedules, contractor performance, budgets, and operational data.
• Prepare reports and dashboards in Excel for management review.
• Conduct site inspections, risk assessments, and enforce confined space entry procedures.
• Provide hands-on support when required, working alongside the team to meet project deadlines.
• Train and mentor staff in sewer operations, safety procedures, and technical skills.

 
Base location: Hammersmith – London - W6 9QD

Working pattern or hours: 38 Hours per week (Mon - Fri), following a shift pattern where 1 in 5 weeks you will be expected to work nights. There will also be a standby rota for which you will receive additional payment. 
 
What should you bring to the role?
To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are:

• Proven supervisory experience in wastewater or sewer network operations.
• Strong knowledge of trunk sewer systems, confined space entry, and wastewater regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data entry, formulas, pivot tables, reporting).
• Experience in traffic management planning and applying relevant regulations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Health & Safety certification (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent).
• Confined Space Entry certification required.

 
Additional skills and experiences would be great to have/bring:

• Experience managing contractors in sewer rehabilitation or capital works.
• Knowledge of CCTV inspection systems, jetting equipment, and trenchless technologies.
• Ability to adapt quickly to operational challenges and emergencies.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

 
What’s in it for you?

• Offering a salary between £34,000 and £40,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Annual Leave: 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

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Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.