Asset Maintenance Assistant Manager

Closing Date

Job Title: Asset Maintenance Assistant Manager

Location: Ashford Kent

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 38

Salary: From 34100 depending on skills and experience

About the role:

Were looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Asset Maintenance Assistant Manager to support the effective operation performance safety and compliance across our wastewater sites.

Youll help lead the team deputise for the Field Performance Manager and ensure high standards in service delivery risk management maintenance planning and environmental performance.

What you will be responsible for:

• Supporting the Manager in overseeing daily operations including staff supervision scheduling and performance management
• Monitor service quality addressing issues promptly and effectively
• Assist with inventory management procurement and maintenance of equipment and facilities.
• Prepare and present reports on operational performance
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to the development of new initiatives.
• Support planning and delivery of reactive and planned maintenance.
• Support the implementation and enforcement of company policies procedures and safety regulations
• Cover for the manager when required

Please note you may be required to take part in an incident rota.

A full UK driving license and access to a car is essential for this role as travelling to and from operational sites is required.

What youll bring to the role:

• Strong operational background with experience meeting H&S and environmental targets
• Ability to analyse technical data and understand wastewater processes
• Confident communicator who can engage across multiple teams
• Selfmotivated organised and able to work independently
• Mechanical or electrical understanding (desirable)

Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britains water industry investing significantly to enhance resilience sustainability and service excellence. With 7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30 this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.

You will be joining at a time of significant change working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact influence major strategic decisions and drive long-term value creation

We understand that great talent comes in many forms. If this role excites you and you share our commitment to delivering sustainable solutions for our communities please applyeven if your experience doesnt perfectly match every requirement. Well support your growth and development.

If this role isnt quite what youre looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water you can register your details here: Introduce Yourself (- Introduce Yourself)

Our Commitment to Diversity

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds identities and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race ethnicity gender sexual orientation age disability religion or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know.

Additional information:

In line with Southern Waters security requirements successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity eligibility to work in the UK criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years.

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all preemployment checks including security vetting.

Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting which may involve providing additional documentation.