Continuous Improvement Practitioner

At Severn Trent, we are far more than just a water and waste company - we have some BIG ambitions! In Transformation, we run a series of high risk, high complexity programmes that deliver huge value into our business. From replacing strategic systems to delivering our net zero carbon ambitions, our programmes have the unlimited potential to completely transform our business.

Of course, having transformative programmes is one thing, but it’s our people that make Severn Trent a truly brilliant and inclusive place to work – a place where you can be yourself and let your skills shine. We’re looking for experienced, passionate and dedicated individuals to come and join our ever-growing team of change professionals.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

We have a fantastic opportunity within our Group Transformation team for a Continuous Improvement Practitioner.

In this role, you’ll support in the application, deployment, and assurance of the Continuous Improvement tools and ways of working. You will lead and support the delivery of work and performance improvements, whilst creating a culture of continuous improvement by training and coaching within change programmes, project streams and business areas. Each day will be different as you look to identify continuous improvement ways of working across the organisation. The role will be based at our head office in Coventry City Centre.

Sound like you? Then read on.

Some of your other key accountabilities will include:

Able to lead and support the implementation of change management plans to deploy the Continuous Improvement (CI), creating a culture in which the ways of working will be sustained.
Completion of CI measure reviews, facilitate workshops and carry out local level problem solving.
Lead and support the delivery of process improvements, ensuring end to end thinking, and help build a more change ready workforce.
Identify benefits in delivery and influence Stakeholders in realisation approach.
Creating workshop designs to facilitate a variety of different sessions/ topics across various business areas and stakeholder groups.
Leading training delivery and coaching of CI tools and techniques to meet the business requirements, to develop sustainable capability.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

To be considered for this role, you’ll have experience in leading Continuous Improvement & Safer Better Faster. Having evidence of delivery including tangible benefits would be required. The successful candidate will require a pro-active

mind-set and think of the long term strategy with the ability to engage with various stakeholders.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
Dedicated training and development with our Academy
Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
Family friendly policies
Two paid volunteering days per year

WHATS NEXT?

We can’t wait to hear from you.

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. We’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date too - so keep an eye on your phone and emails.

And, if your curiosity has peaked and you want to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.