Metering Construction Unit Operative
Bristol, England
Bristol Water – Metering /
Permanent full-time /
On-site
At Bristol Water we’ve been making people healthier and the economy stronger since 1846. We’ve served generations of families and will serve generations to come.
We’re here to have a positive impact on people and the planet for generations. We don’t just give people water - we keep them healthy and help them grow. We work around the clock, testing our water hundreds of times every day.
We take this same view with our 600 employees, we don’t just give them jobs in water, we keep them healthy and help them grow.
We’re one of the smallest water companies in the UK. Being small means we’re nimble and can achieve things quickly for our customers and our people.
But while we’re small, we’re also part of a larger family. In June 2021 we became part of the Pennon group, which also owns South West Water and Bournemouth Water.
This means that as part of our team, you’ll get the best of both worlds – the dynamism and fast pace of a smaller company, along with the security and breadth of opportunity that comes with being part of a large organisation.
About the Role:
We are currently recruiting for a Metering Construction Unit Operative to join our busy and dynamic team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting role working as part of our Metering team all over the Bristol Water supply area.
You will be responsible for assisting with meter stop tap installations, lead replacements and private side leaks.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Assist in all metering excavation work as directed.
- Assist in the excavation work to locate supply, installation of stop taps, backfill and reinstatement and meter installations.
- Support the Lead Operative when carrying out work at a customer’s property ensuring Bristol Water values are always maintained to ensure the customer experience is to an exacting standard.
- Assist the Unit Lead to ensure all work is carried out to specification and defect free.
- Be punctual and available for work at the agreed times, including out of hours and weekends when required.
- Fully responsible for ensuring the correct usage of PPE.
- Responsible for all plant and equipment ensuring all defective equipment is highlighted to the Supervisor/Manager.
- Ensure vehicle stock is maintained and vehicle and trailer are always kept in an acceptable condition.
- Assist as required in the deployment of emergency drinking water supplies in a major incident effecting the company.
- Ensure compliance with Bristol Water procedures, working instructions and Health and Safety policy.
What We Are Looking For:
- Essential
- Full UK driving licence Cat B+E minimum as you will be towing trailers
- Desirable
- Construction industry experience
- GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above (or equivalent) or be able to demonstrate reasonable written and numerical skills
- Cat B+E minimum as you will be towing trailers
- EUSR Water Hygiene
- Cat & Genny trainedEUSR Water Hygiene
- Streetworks (Units 1-9)
- UK driving licence Cat C1(7.5 Tonne)
- Utility experience in excavation, backfill and reinstatement.
- Utility experience in the water industry/ Specifically in the installation of stop taps
- Experience of lead replacements/new supplies.
- Mains repairs
What's In It For You?
- Up to 5% annual bonus
- 23 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Entry into the company pension scheme
- Flexible, supportive friendly working environment
- Access to flexible benefits and discounts
- Onsite parking, when you’re in the office
£33,822.99 - £35,822.99 a year
This role offers a salary plan. At your 6 month review, providing you have completed and passed all the required training, your salary will increase to £34,822.99. At your 12 month review, providing you are competent in your role, your salary will increase to £35,822.99.
Closing Date: 7th October 2025
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