Engineer- Water Main Laying

Job DescriptionWe're looking for Engineers to join our Anglian Water team based in the East Anglia regionnnLocation: Can be based within the Norwich, Suffolk or EssexnHours: 45 hours per week some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to usnnIn this role you will be working on the Integrated Maintenance, Repair and Development Services (IMRDS) alliance. The team maintain the water supply systems, repairs emergencies like water bursts and develops new ways to better service customers.nnWhat will you be responsible for?nAs an Engineer, you'll be working within the Capital main laying team, who are committed to delivering high quality, efficient solutions for critical infrastructure projects.nnYou will oversee the design and engineering of the capital mains renewal schemes that fall within the capital delivery planned work programme. Predominantly focusing on trenchless and no-dig techniques including insitu structural lines, championing innovative solutions to reduce scope of works to maximise benefit and capitalisation across the region safely, to budget and within agreed timescales. The designs will deliver cost and benefit efficiencies and facilitate the drive towards achieving AMP8 main laying & efficiency targets, whilst adding value to the supply and network asset base.nnYour day to day will include:nnActively engage in the DM governance processes for schemes being promoted for design ensuring that effective collaboration regarding need has been undertaken and appropriate involvement in the scheme overview/ design packs prior to approvalnOwn and plan the risk and value root cause analysis process for each request solution design to ensure thorough analysis of business needsnVisit site as necessary to undertake surveys, verify the proposed solution, identify equipment requirements, conduct site meetings with external stakeholders or support delivery team site checksnUndertake customer liaison in the field and problem solving of customer issues. Ensure customer communications is in line with defined delivery processnMaximise benefit within planned works by ensuring that the wider TOPEX opportunities available are considered in all solutionsnProject management of budget- targets for each schemennnWhat are we looking for?nThis role of Engineer is great for you if you hold:nnnSMSTS qualified & NRSWA supervisor trained (training can be provided)nExperience of contract management and site supervisionnSignificant experience working on water engineering or similar engineering design projects or delivering infrastructure or capital projectsnExperience with water distribution systems & water supply and network operationsnProven ability to understand the infrastructure from a strategic, tactical and operational perspectivenProven ability of mains renewal design and engineeringnGood understanding and experience of the ROV process particularly root cause analysisnFull driving licencennnWe're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat.nIf you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here.nThere's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us!nnRewards and benefitsWe're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.nnDiversity and inclusionMaking Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.nnWe look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier

Created: 2025-08-06