Affinity Water has a opportunity to work along side our DX Operations Manager as a New Mains Lead.

The Role:

The New Mains Lead at Affinity Water plays a pivotal role in the successful delivery of water infrastructure projects, including new mains and connections, diversions, NAV installations, and bulk supplies. Reporting directly to the DX Operations Manager, this role is responsible for managing a team of Liaison Engineers and ensuring that all construction jobs passed to our delivery partners are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. 

In addition to delivery leadership, the New Mains Lead is the key point of contact for all NAV-related responsibilities, including, 

• Managing and maintaining the NAV register.
• Coordinating internal and external communications. 
• And ensuring stakeholders are informed of NAV activity across the business.

This role combines operational oversight, technical coaching, and strategic input — driving continuous improvement, upskilling the team, managing in-day jeopardy, and serving as an escalation point for customer or delivery issues. A strong focus on collaboration, compliance, and customer-first thinking is essential.

What you'll need:

• In-depth knowledge of water networks & supply systems or
  equivalent.
• APM-P, PRINCE2 certification or equivalent.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.
• Experienced in leading health & safety initiatives in construction
  environments and leading the delivery of RAMS.
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence.

Advert Close Date: 7/5/25

Benefits:

• Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 (dependent on skills and experience).
• Hours of work: 08:30am - 17:00pm (Mon - Thurs) 08:30am - 16:30pm (Fri)
• Company Car
• Learning and development opportunities, including mentoring and a range of formal courses and open learning resources.
• Entry into the company annual bonus scheme.
• Annual leave from 24 days rising with length of service, and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days.
• A ‘Celebration Day’ in addition to public holidays that people can use to celebrate a religious festival or other occasion that is important to them.
• A generous 'double match pension scheme' that doubles the contributions you make (company contribution capped at 12%)
• We offer a range of family benefits including enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity, Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support Leave and up to 5 full or 10 half days of paid Carers Leave.
• Menopause policy and Reasonable Adjustment policy to help everyone perform at their best.
• Access to our Wellbeing Centre with support for looking after your physical and mental health.
• Discounts at a Range of Retail Outlets and on Dental and Medical Insurance through our Tap4Perks scheme.
• Up to 4 Affinity days a year to volunteer in the community.
• Life Assurance.
• Disability confident : if you need to apply in a different format, please contact us

Affinity Water recognises the benefits of greater diversity in our workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We are committed to building a more inclusive culture where every member of our workforce can thrive.

You can find out what it’s like to work at Affinity Water through our career site https://www.affinitywatercareers.co.uk/ where our colleagues share their career development stories and you can get a feel for our company culture.