General Operative and Ganger for CBUL

Reporting to: Civils Supervisor

Hours of work: 45 hours per week

Department:   Civils

Location: Newport, Isle of Wight

Key Competencies

Personal Attributes

  • To be able to fit in and work with a well-established work group.

  • Good customer and communication skills

  • Some knowledge of drainage works, and civils works

  • Reliable

  • Conscientious

  • Self-starter and be able to manage own work load whilst working to client service level agreements.

  • Be available to work out of hour on a rota basis including weekends, evenings, bank holidays.

  • Competent in written communication

  • Able to use technology in record keeping and job progress.

  • Punctual and reliable

Technical Specification

  • Knowledge of drainage works

  • Experienced in civil engineering

  • Operating plant and machinery preferred

Essential Qualifications

  • Full UK clean driving licence

Desirable Qualifications

  • Street work qualifications

  • NPORS or above machine tickets

Role Purpose

  • To assist with day to day civils tasks and reactive works.

  • Also be available for out of hours working and emergency repairs

Role Summary

  • Day to day responsibilities ranging from dig repairs to no dig technology (patch lining)

  • Deep drainage repairs

  • Carrying out repairs to rising main

  • Installing AFD’s and pumped AFD’s

  • Chamber repairs and construction

  • Daily vehicle checks

  • To work safely in accordance with training received, company work instruction and daily site specific work risk assessments.

  • Keep plant and tools clean and serviceable.

  • Carry out any other duties appropriate to this post

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary

  • 21 days annual leave

  • Access to Peoples Pension scheme after completion of probation

  • Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover if joining pension scheme

  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme & Medicash after successful completion of probation

  • Continuous Development Opportunities

P6 Planner for Enisca Browne

Reporting to: Head of Pre-Construction & PMO             

Hours of work: 45 hours per week

Department: PMO and Estimating

Location: 1 needed in Ilkeston and 1 needed in Bristol or Mid-Wales or East Midlands as the role will cover Severn Trent and Southern framework

Successful candidate will be required to visit project sites to gather information, monitor progress, or assist with troubleshooting and attend client meetings.

Key Competencies

Personal Attributes

The candidate will have a responsible approach to work, taking ownership for what they do, have a proactive, results-oriented focus; and are able to carry out tasks in a dynamic environment. They are willing and capable of assuming additional responsibilities; to work autonomously, and to commit to stringent deadlines. It is important for this role that the candidate has strong interpersonal skills as they will interact and work with people at all levels in the organization. Strong attention to detail and ability to track and manage multiple project timelines, resources, and stakeholders with precision.

Experience required

  • Previous experience as a planner/scheduler or in a project management role.

  • Experience in construction, engineering, oil and gas, or large infrastructure projects is preferred.

  • Ability to work with and interpret large sets of data and schedules.

  • Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:

  • Ability to identify potential risks and propose solutions.

  • Strong problem-solving skills, especially in dealing with delays or conflicts in schedules.

  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

  • Excellent communication skills for reporting and presenting data to stakeholders.

  • Ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and clients.

Technical Specification

  • Experience of Project Management methodologies and tools

  • Experience of Project Controls.

  • Advanced understanding of Primavera P6 

  • Knowledge of NEC3

  • Strong understanding of project scheduling, planning, and project management principles.

  • Knowledge of Critical Path Method (CPM) and Earned Value Management (EVM).

Essential Qualifications

  • A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, project management, or a related field.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Project management certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or scheduling-specific certifications (e.g., Primavera P6 Certification).

Role Summary

  • Project Scheduling and Planning:

    • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 software.

    • Work with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to define project timelines and milestones.

    • Create Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), timelines, and project deliverables.

  • Progress Monitoring and Reporting:

  • Track project progress against the schedule and provide regular updates to project managers and teams.

  • Identify potential delays or issues and propose corrective actions.

  • Generate and distribute weekly/monthly progress reports.

  • Conduct project reviews and status meetings with stakeholders.

  • Resource Allocation and Management:

    • Ensure the proper allocation of resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, in the project schedule.

    • Work with teams to identify resource constraints and optimize scheduling.

  • Risk and Issue Management:

    • Identify risks that could affect the project schedule and propose mitigation strategies.

    • Monitor the resolution of issues impacting the schedule and communicate to management.

  • Cost Control:

    • Assist in tracking project costs in relation to the project schedule and overall budget.

    • Work with project managers to forecast potential cost overruns.

  • Collaboration and Communication:

    • Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders.

    • Ensure effective communication of scheduling information across teams.

  • Change Management:

    • Monitor and record changes to the project schedule.

    • Adjust schedules to reflect changes in scope, resources, or timelines and communicate changes to all relevant parties.

  • Carry out any other duties appropriate to this post

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary

  • 25 days annual leave

  • Car allowance (if deemed business user) - £5,040 per annum

  • Access to Group Pension Scheme after completion of probation

  • Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover if joining pension scheme

  • Healthcare cover for employee only

  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme & Medicash after successful completion of probation

  • Continuous Development Opportunities

Administrative Assistant

Job title:  Administrative Assistant   

Reports to: Manager

Direct reports: None           

Liaising with: Management, Internal and External Clients and J Browne Group employees    

Role Purpose     

To provide effective and efficient admin support to the Contract. Delivering excellent customer service to our internal and external clients and assisting with the achievement of the departments objectives.  

Key Duties and Criteria for Success

  • Liaise with Staff, Supervisors, Management and Clients where required

  • Work within a team and be the point of contact for administrative tasks

  • Use and maintain the internal office systems and databases

  • Process documents

  • Keep accurate records and maintain data to enable timely and effective reports

  • Provide effective and efficient administrative support to ensure the department and wider contract achieves its objectives

  • Provide effective customer service to our clients both internal and external

  • Assist with reporting and Management Information to ensure that KPI’s are achieved

  • Attend meetings when required to provide admin support and provide minutes

  • General administrative duties which may include (list is non exhaustive)

·       Filing

·       Answering the phones

·       Photocopying

·       Scanning

  • Support team when required with document preparation

  • Contribute to continuous improvement in service delivery.

  • Holiday and sickness cover when required

Competencies Required

  • Strong Customer Service Skills

  • Experience within a busy office environment

  • Good time management and highly organised

  • Ability to prioritise own work load and manage expectations

  • Responsible for Data Quality

  • Great attention to detail

  • Be skilled in the following MS programmes; Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel

  • Previous experience of maintaining databases

Storeman

Reports to: Operations Manager

Direct reports:  None

Liaising with:  Contracts Managers, other Operational staff, subcontractors

Department:  Operations

Hours of work:  06.30 – 16.00 Monday to Friday

Location:  Depot

Job Purpose

To provide a safe and effective, stores and yard support service.  Ensuring traffic management within the depot is appropriate and yard is maintained, safe and tidy.  To provide relief/support driving duties when required.

Job Responsibilities

  • Receive, store, issue and record materials, equipment, spares, tools, PPE and consumables within the depot.

  • Handle, receive and store all materials and equipment in compliance with the requirements set out in datasheets, specifications or as dictated by legislation (Health and Safety).

  • Monitor stock against inventory levels and re-order as required, maintaining an ongoing accurate inventory records on an Excel Database (with a view to incorporating a stock control system).

  • Participate in stock counts/checks and reconcile against inventory.

  • Provide counter service for personnel calling in at stores to collect items, issue materials/stock for production as required.

  • Produce various reports as requested (monthly stock take, damage reports, contra-charge Supply Partners, reconcile skip and muck away charges).

  • Report damage on incoming materials or returned equipment. Quarantine area to avoid re-distribution onto site.

  • Contribute to the effective and efficient delivery of the contract (pre-allocating materials to allow ease of collection by teams reducing downtime. Coordinating loads to avoid cross-over and maximise vehicle utilization (not taking out a HGV for multiple loads when a single would have sufficed).

  • Maintain COSHH datasheet (filing and updating).

  • Contribute to the compilation of stores and yard operational procedures.

  • Ensure traffic management is set up within the yard and there is clear signage.

  • Ensure the deport, (stores and yard areas) are organized, neat and tidy.

  • Provide relief Hiab/Grab/driving duties when required.

  • Deliver materials/equipment/items to operational teams when required.

  • Apply company rules, respect and apply safety rules;

  • Act as a role model at all times in support of the company’s vision, priorities and values.

  • Carry out any other duties appropriate for the role.

Technical Specification

  • Previous utility construction experience required

  • Knowledge of stores systems

  • Good numerical skills for inventory management and stock counting

  • Ability to work in a logical and structured manger, keeping accurate records and a disciplined approach to data management and filing

  • Knowledge of COSHH and hazardous materials handling

  • Good verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to take initiative

  • Good time management skills and able to work to deadlines

  • Proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office, mainly Excel and Outlook

  • Class 1 driving licence

  • CSCS Card (appropriate type)

Site Supervisor

Reports to: Contracts Manager or Project Manager

Direct reports: Gangers and Operatives

Liaising with:  Operations Team, Commercial Team, SHEQ Team

Job Purpose

To supervise the construction activities that take place on a day to day basis on various work sites and ensure the successful completion of the contract under your supervision. To ensure activities undertaken on sites are carried out to the highest practicable safety standards and delivered to programme.

Job Responsibilities

Operational

  • To ensure current and future work activities are planned and resources (labour, plant and material) are available.

  • Build and develop the team to deliver all aspects of the project requirements.

  • Provide, monitor and control labour, plant and materials to meet the programme.

  • Monitor and instruct subcontractor and direct workforce, identifying training requirements and ensuring only trained, competent and authorised persons are completing assigned tasks and operating equipment and plant.

  • Ensure delivery of briefings including start of shift, method statements, risk assessments and regular toolbox talks covering appropriate health, safety and environmental issues are recorded and understood by your teams.

  • To ensure that works are being undertaken as detailed in the method statement and in accordance with the risk assessment for the task.

  • Assist with working method and outputs for production of method statements and programme.

  • To ensure that permits are received and completed and that controls

  • Ensure accurate, legible and up to date allocation sheets are recorded and provided at end of shift with delivery tickets and plant returns completed.

  • Keep a full and accurate daily site diary, including any changes / variations, subcontractors’ attendance, and records of work-related discussions with client.

  • Ensure that plant, equipment and vehicle inspections are carried out, and defects are reported immediately.

  • Interpret and apply engineering drawings.

Health & Safety

  • Under the Health & Safety at Work Act you must take reasonable care of yourself and others who may be affected by your activities at work, must cooperate with J Browne and must not intentionally or recklessly misuse anything provided for your health and safety.

  • Ensure that the workplace is organised and planned to minimise or avoid unnecessary manual handling of materials.

  • Ensure that the workplace under your supervision is kept tidy and safe access routes for both plant and people are maintained.

  • Remain aware of the arrangements implemented with other Contractors and Subcontractors to avoid confusion about areas of responsibility

  • Ensure hazardous materials are stored, handled, used and disposed of in accordance with the COSHH assessment.

  • Ensure that employees are not required, instructed or permitted to take unnecessary risks, or to undertaken task activities that exceed their capability and capacity.

  • Stop any activity which is considered to be unsafe and only allowing to restart when it is safe to do so.

  • Report all health and safety incidents, including near misses and injuries, immediately, and assist with any incident investigations.

  • Carry out regular safety inspections and implement recommended courses of action as identified from progress monitoring and management inspections.

Environmental

  • Comply with environmental legislation and company procedures.

  • Control and monitor site waste.

  • Ensure that dust and other nuisance is kept to a minimum.

  • Report all environmental incidents immediately and assist with any incident investigations.

  • Carry out regular environmental inspections and implement recommended courses of action as identified from progress monitoring and management inspections.

Quality

  • Monitor quality standards on site ensuring high standard of works to meet the specification requirements ‘first time’ and minimise rework.

  • Identify and report non-conformances.

Key Competencies

Qualifications

  • SMSTS – essential

  • EUSR Card water hygiene- desirable

  • Temp Works Supervisor- desirable

  • Experience Shafts/ Deep Drainage projects- essential

  • Good IT skills i.e. use a tablet for stats/ drawings review - essential

  • Good knowledge of HSG47 – essential

  • Manage and maintain a site pack – essential

  • Manage street works and excavations/ backfilling in the highway – essential

  • Ability to effectively Communicate to site crews i.e. weekly toolbox talks to crews

  • Liaise with client, local authorities

  • Collaborate with relevant departments i.e.  SHEQ team

Assistant Design Manager for Enisca Browne

Reporting to: Design Manager

Liaising with: Design Team and Delivery Team

Hours of work: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Direct Report: N/A

Department: Design

Location: Hybrid. Location either Balcombe / Cookstown / Ilkeston

Role Purpose:

The Assistant Design Manager will support the Design Manager in overseeing the design processes for water and wastewater treatment projects.

The role involves assisting with coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing design performance, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards, such as the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM).

The Assistant Design Manager will also help implement design change management processes, monitor project progress, and contribute to delivering designs that meet project goals on time and within budget..

Role Summary:

  • Assist the Design Manager in managing the end-to-end design process for water and wastewater treatment projects, taking on the design management lead for a portfolio of projects

  • Support coordination between civil, mechanical, electrical, and process design teams and supply chain designers to ensure effective collaboration and integration.

  • Assist in implementing design performance management systems by tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensuring project milestones are met.

  • Help apply Earned Value Analysis (EVA) to assess project progress, costs, and design performance, identifying variances and proposing corrective actions.

  • Assist in managing design changes, ensuring all changes are documented, controlled, and communicated to relevant stakeholders.

  • Ensure designs comply with technical standards, environmental regulations, and CDM requirements to prioritize safety during construction.

  • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to support the seamless transition from design to construction.

  • Assist in conducting design risk assessments and identifying opportunities for process optimization and safety improvements.

  • Stay informed on industry best practices, innovations, and emerging technologies within the water and wastewater treatment sector.

  • Participate in regular design review meetings, tracking action items, and providing updates on project progress

Candidate Specification

Personal Attributes:

  • Strong organisational skills with attention to detail, ensuring high-quality design outputs.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively within multidisciplinary teams and engaging with stakeholders.

  • Proactive and resourceful, with a problem-solving attitude toward design challenges.

  • Ability to manage time efficiently, prioritise tasks, and handle multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.

  • Collaborative and team-oriented, with a willingness to support design teams and project teams.

Technical Specification

Experience Required:

  • 3-5 years of experience in design coordination or engineering, preferably within the water or wastewater sector.

  • Familiarity with water treatment processes, technologies, and design standards.

  • Knowledge of design performance management, including tools like Earned Value Analysis (EVA) to track progress and costs.

  • Experience supporting design change management and implementing design revisions within projects.

  • Understanding of CDM regulations and their application during the design phase to ensure health and safety considerations.

Essential Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Design, Architecture, Design Management, Construction Management or a related field.

  • Good knowledge of water and wastewater treatment design processes and industry regulations.

  • Familiarity with design tools, project management software, and engineering workflows.

  • Understanding of CDM regulations and experience in assisting with safety-focused design management.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field.

  • Project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).

  • Experience using BIM (Building Information Modeling) and other digital design tools.

  • Familiarity with sustainability principles and energy-efficient design in water treatment projects.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for Enisca Browne

Reporting to: Regional Design Manager

Liaising with: Design Team and Delivery Team

Hours of work: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Direct Report: N/A

Department: Design

Location: Hybrid. Location either Balcombe / Cookstown / Ilkeston

Role Purpose:

As part of the Design Team, the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will lead the design and development of mechanical systems for water and wastewater treatment projects for various clients

This role involves taking technical responsibility for mechanical engineering designs, ensuring they meet project, regulatory, and client requirements while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will mentor junior engineers, manage the design process from concept to completion, and provide expert input throughout project delivery. They will also ensure that designs promote safety, sustainability, and efficiency, and are completed within budget and on schedule.

Role Summary:

  • Lead the mechanical design process for water and wastewater treatment projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with regulatory standards.

  • Develop detailed mechanical designs including 3D Models, schedules, equipment layouts, mechanical specifications, and calculations for pumps, pipelines, tanks, valves, and filtration systems.

  • Ensure designs comply with industry regulations, standards (including HSE and environmental regulations), and client specifications, while focusing on energy efficiency and sustainability.

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, EICA and process) to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems with other project components.

  • Review and approve technical design documents, including mechanical drawings, specifications, equipment schedules, and reports.

  • Conduct technical reviews and design audits to ensure project quality and adherence to both internal and external standards.

  • Provide leadership during the procurement, installation, and commissioning phases, offering expert mechanical design support to ensure system functionality and operational safety

  • Manage project risks related to mechanical design, conducting design risk assessments, and proposing mitigation strategies.

  • Mentor and support junior mechanical engineers, providing technical guidance and championing professional development within the team.

  • Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities to ensure the mechanical design meets project objectives and aligns with stakeholder expectations.

  • Stay up to date with the latest developments in mechanical engineering, materials, and technologies to drive innovation in mechanical system designs.

  • Participate in design reviews, value engineering, and sustainability initiatives to improve project outcomes and reduce costs.

Candidate Specification

Personal Attributes:

  • Strong leadership and mentoring abilities, with a track record of managing and guiding engineering teams.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering innovative, efficient, and cost-effective mechanical solutions.

  • Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality.

  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to clients, team members, and stakeholders.

  • A collaborative team player, open to feedback and willing to work across disciplines to deliver the best project outcomes.

Technical Specification

Experience Required:

  • 7-10 years of experience in mechanical design engineering, preferably within the water or wastewater industry.

  • Proven experience designing water and wastewater treatment projects, working with multidisciplinary design teams.

  • Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment used in water treatment, such as pumps, piping systems, valves, blowers, and filtration systems.

  • Strong understanding of relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations (HSE, environmental standards, etc.) for mechanical systems in water treatment.

  • Experience in mechanical system commissioning, including troubleshooting and optimisation during installation.

Essential Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or actively working towards it.

  • Proficiency in mechanical design tools and software, such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar programs.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Electrical, Control, or Automation Engineering.

  • Familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modelling) and other advanced digital design tools.

  • Experience in sustainable design practices, including energy-efficient mechanical systems and life-cycle cost analysis.

Senior EICA Design Engineer for Enisca Browne

Reporting to: Regional Design Manager

Liaising with: Design Team and Delivery Team

Hours of work: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Direct Report: N/A

Department: Design

Location: Hybrid. Location either Balcombe / Cookstown / Ilkeston

Role Purpose:

As part of the Design Team, the Senior EICA Design Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and delivery of Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation systems for water and wastewater treatment projects for various clients

This role involves working as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure that all EICA elements are integrated effectively into project designs, meet regulatory requirements, and adhere to industry best practices. The Senior EICA Engineer will manage the design process from concept through to detailed design, supporting project delivery and ensuring systems operate efficiently, safely, and within budget.

Role Summary:

  • Lead the EICA design process for water and wastewater treatment projects, ensuring integration with civil, mechanical, and process design elements

  • Develop and produce high-quality electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation designs, including SLDs, BCDs, Load Schedules, Systems Architecture, Cable Calculations, I/O schedules, and Electrical Install, MCC & SI Datasheets/Specifications.

  • Ensure that designs are compliant with technical standards, industry regulations, and safety codes, with a focus on electrical safety and automation security.

  • Manage the development of control strategies for water treatment processes, ensuring proper functionality of instrumentation and control systems.

  • Collaborate with project teams to ensure that EICA designs are aligned with overall project objectives and integrate effectively with other engineering disciplines.

  • Conduct technical reviews of EICA designs and drawings, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance with project specifications and client requirements.

  • Provide technical expertise during construction, commissioning, and handover stages, ensuring that EICA systems are installed, tested, and operated according to design specifications.

  • Develop functional specifications and technical documentation for electrical and control systems.

  • Assist with tender evaluations and selection of vendors for electrical and control equipment.

  • Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities to ensure designs meet project and regulatory requirements.

  • Stay up to date with technological advancements and industry best practices in EICA design and water treatment automation systems.

  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior EICA engineers and other team members.

Candidate Specification

Personal Attributes:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a deep understanding of electrical and control systems..

  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, capable of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

  • Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.

  • Detail-oriented with a focus on producing high-quality, precise designs.

  • Proactive and organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.

  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and mentor junior team members.

Technical Specification

Experience Required:

  • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in EICA design engineering, preferably in the water or wastewater treatment industry.

  • Strong knowledge of control system architectures, PLCs, SCADA, and instrumentation for water treatment processes.

  • Thorough understanding of relevant regulations, safety standards, and industry codes, particularly related to electrical systems and automation.

  • Experience in working through the full project lifecycle, including concept, detailed design, construction, and commissioning.

Essential Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.

  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards it.

  • Strong knowledge of electrical safety standards, control systems, and instrumentation in the water industry.

  • Proficiency in using electrical design software and tools, as well as SCADA, PLCs, and other automation systems.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Electrical, Control, or Automation Engineering.

  • Familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modelling) and other advanced digital design tools.

  • Experience in sustainable design principles, including energy-efficient electrical systems and automation solutions.