Multi-Utility Assistant

Job Introduction

Multi-Utility Assistant – Cornwall

At Last Mile, we take pride in delivering top-quality solutions across the multi-utility sector. Our team in Cornwall is expanding, and we’re excited to welcome a dedicated Multi-Utility Assistant to join us.

As a Multi-Utility Assistant at UKPS (part of the Last Mile Group), you’ll work alongside the Team Leader, assisting in the installation of gas and water networks to the highest standards. You’ll ensure all work is completed safely, professionally, and in full compliance with UKPS GIRS and WIRS Method Statements.

We are looking for individuals with a passion for learning and development, offering a clear pathway to progress into a Main Layer role. Candidates with NCO Gas and Water Experienced Worker authorisations, National Water Hygiene (Blue Card), and EUSR SHEA Gas and Water qualifications will also be considered.

What’s in it for you as a Multi-Utility Assistant?

Here at Last Mile, we pride ourselves in providing a great range of benefits including a fantastic amount of annual leave, including a Christmas shut down.

• 25 days holiday, increasing after 2 years by 1 day each year up to 30 days, plus 9 public holidays
• Holiday buy scheme
• EV and ULEV salary sacrifice scheme (subject to minimum length of service)
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• Up to 7% employer pension contribution
• Life assurance (x4 annual basic salary)
• Refer a friend incentive
• Wagestream
• Employee assistance programme
• Car allowance
• Private medical insurance*
• Company sick pay*

*Some of our benefits are only applicable when you have successfully completed your probation period*

Your responsibilities as a Multi-Utility Assistant:

• Ensure all tasks are performed safely and comply with UKPS Health and Safety, Quality, and Environmental policies, promoting a zero-incident culture.
• Support the Team Leader in laying and jointing pipes, maintaining water hygiene standards, and adhering to established procedures, technical standards, and specifications.
• Represent UKPS professionally while following instructions, ensuring proper use of tools, equipment, and plant for efficient task execution.
• Complete all necessary training, understand task requirements, and uphold strong communication with team members and external stakeholders.
• Report accidents, near misses, and quality issues, contributing to audits, quality assurance, and maintaining high operational standards.

Experience / Knowledge:

• An understanding of correct depths, sanding, tape, other utilities

Qualifications:

• Registered with Energy and Utility Skills Register (EUSR) for SHEA Water and Gas
• Minimum requirement- NCO Water Assistant (essential)
• NCO Gas Assistant or above (desirable) 
• EUSR or ECS card
• Full UK driving licence
• Registered with EUSR Water Hygiene Card
• Network Construction Operations (water) level 1

Have you got the drive to go to the Last Mile as a Multi-Utility Assistant? Apply now!

We aim to keep candidates informed throughout the process and encourage you to apply promptly as we may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

About us:

We are UKPS; a fast-growing Multi-utility Independent Connections Provider (ICP) part of the Last Mile infrastructure. We are fully accredited under the NERS, GIRS & WIRS schemes to carry out the turnkey provision of multi-utility infrastructure and subsequent connections to new build housing, residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

At Last Mile, we are one of the UK’s largest Independent Network Owners, owning and operating in excess of 500,000 gas, electricity, water, and wastewater connections serving residential and commercial customers. Last Mile Asset Management adopt and operate electricity, gas, water and wastewater, and ground source heat/cooling networks that are designed, installed, and commissioned by Lloyds accredited Independent Connection providers (ICPs).

At UKPS & Last Mile, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment, where employee wellbeing is at the forefront in making sure our people feel valued. We provide tailored ongoing training and development, but most importantly, long term career opportunities for you to grow with us. If you are motivated to succeed and have a ‘can-do’ attitude, we would love to hear from you!

For further enquiries contact – recruitment@lastmile-group.com or visit our website www.lastmile-group.com