Supervisor

📍 Location: Near Peterborough
💼 Sector: Water / Utilities
🕒 Job Type: Contract
💰 Rate: £320 per day

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Repair & Maintenance Supervisor to join our team within the water utilities sector, based near Peterborough. This role is responsible for overseeing field-based repair and maintenance activities, including extensive work on water pipework systems, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality service delivery.

You will lead and coordinate a team of 10 two-person crews, carrying out installation, repair, and maintenance of pipelines, fittings, and associated infrastructure.

• Supervise day-to-day repair and maintenance operations across water network assets, including pipework systems
• Manage and support 10 gangs (2-person teams) across multiple sites
• Oversee installation, repair, and replacement of UPVC, ductile iron, and other water pipework
• Lead, motivate, and develop teams to achieve performance targets
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Plan and coordinate reactive and preventative maintenance schedules
• Monitor productivity, quality, and performance of field teams
• Investigate pipeline faults, leaks, and failures, implementing effective solutions
• Liaise with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders
• Manage materials, equipment, and resources efficiently
• Maintain accurate records and reporting

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within water or utilities
• Experience managing multiple field teams/gangs
• Strong knowledge of water pipework, network repairs, and maintenance
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Good understanding of health & safety regulations (HSE)
• Ability to manage competing priorities and respond to emergencies
• IT competent (reporting and scheduling systems)
• Full UK driving licence

• Technical or engineering qualification
• Experience in pipeline construction, leakage detection, or pressure systems
• Knowledge of WIRS or Water UK standards

If you're an experienced supervisor with a background in water pipework and leading multiple teams, and are looking for a £320/day contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.