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Technical Specialist

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Haydock, Merseyside, United Kingdom

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Technical Specialist 

Location: Haydock- Office based with parking on site

Employment type: Full time - Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

What’s in it for you…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.? 

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
	
Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
	
Group Personal Pension Plan
	
Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
	
24/7 access to a virtual GP? and Mental health support & counselling services? 
	
Cycle to Work scheme? 
	
Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more?! 
	
Life assurance cover? 
	
Long service recognition? 
	
Enhanced Maternity Pay
	
Paid volunteering opportunities in your community? 

About the role…

The Technical Specialist provides expert knowledge and technical support for the operation and maintenance of wastewater network. The role focuses on providing technical support to both field and office operational teams, ensuring consistencies with data, outputs and ensuring compliance with client expectations.

As a Technical Specialist you will…

Key Responsibilities

Technical Expertise & Problem Solving
	
Act as subject matter expert on sewer networks, technology and systems.
	
Analyse CCTV surveys, data, and field reports
	
Validate data, reports prior to project completions
	
Liaising with planning team & field based employees
	
Recommend improvements for continuous improvement

Data Analysis & Systems

Use asset and work management systems such as ILJ & ILA
	
Interpret GIS mapping
	
Validate & Maintain accurate asset records and condition data
	
Produce reports and technical recommendations

Health & Safety

Promote safe systems of work, especially for confined space activities
	
Support risk assessments and method statements (RAMS)

Stakeholder Engagement

Work with operations teams, planners, and contractors
	
Provide technical guidance to field crews
	
Liaise with clients and customers where required
	
Support customer issue resolution

About you…

Essential

OS19X to current MSCC5 standards
	
Strong knowledge of wastewater/sewer networks
	
Experience in drainage, utilities, or water industry
	
Ability to analyse technical data and diagnose issues
	
Understanding of network maintenance techniques (jetting, CCTV, repairs)
	
Good communication and report-writing skills

Desirable

Experience with hydraulic modelling tools (e.g. InfoWorks ICM)
	
Knowledge of sewer rehabilitation methods (lining, patching, civils)
	
Understanding of UK water regulations and performance commitments

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities...

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. 

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Next steps...

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info

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