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Operative Development Coordinator

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Posted on May 15, 2026 by CV-Library
King Street Buildings, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Job Role: Operative Development Coordinator

Location: Midlands and UK Wide Travel

Employment Type: Full Time

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 are not just taking a job, you are starting a career with real support behind it.

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development and progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications

24/7 access to a virtual GP and mental health support and counselling services

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club including supermarkets, phone bills, gyms and more

Life assurance cover

Long service recognition

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

About the role

As an Operative Development Coordinator, you will play a key role in organising, coordinating and delivering training and development across Ipsum Water. You will manage the induction process, support ongoing training programmes and ensure operatives are progressing through the Technical Development Framework.

You will work closely with the Operative Development Manager, HR and Talent teams and operational stakeholders to build a highly skilled, safe and professional workforce aligned to the Ipsum Way.

Key responsibilities include:

Coordinating and delivering the full employee induction process

Liaising with HR and Talent teams on new starters and training requirements

Supporting apprentice programmes and development pathways

Arranging and facilitating internal and external training

Organising on site training across operational activities such as CCTV surveys, drainage repairs and infiltration

Managing off site and compliance-based training including systems, audits and client requirements

Tracking and updating employee progress using the Technical Development Framework capability matrix

Supporting development of the Ipsum Trained programme

Collaborating with PMO and external providers to ensure mandatory training compliance

Working with operational teams to align training with business needs

Supporting the development of training plans for operatives of all skill levels

Coaching and mentoring operatives to support performance and career progression

About you

You will be an organised and proactive individual with strong communication skills and a passion for developing people. You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities while working collaboratively across teams.

Key skills and experience:

Experience with project management approaches and tools

Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring capability

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines

Flexible and adaptable approach to changing demands

Strong organisational and time management skills

Self motivated with a positive and professional attitude

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Commitment to delivering high standards of safety, quality and service

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities

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

Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR.

Next steps

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Careers Team for more information

Reference: 225117919

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CV-Library

Operative Development Coordinator

CV-Library

Posted on May 15, 2026 by CV-Library

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King Street Buildings, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Job Role: Operative Development Coordinator

Location: Midlands and UK Wide Travel

Employment Type: Full Time

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 are not just taking a job, you are starting a career with real support behind it.

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development and progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications

24/7 access to a virtual GP and mental health support and counselling services

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club including supermarkets, phone bills, gyms and more

Life assurance cover

Long service recognition

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

About the role

As an Operative Development Coordinator, you will play a key role in organising, coordinating and delivering training and development across Ipsum Water. You will manage the induction process, support ongoing training programmes and ensure operatives are progressing through the Technical Development Framework.

You will work closely with the Operative Development Manager, HR and Talent teams and operational stakeholders to build a highly skilled, safe and professional workforce aligned to the Ipsum Way.

Key responsibilities include:

Coordinating and delivering the full employee induction process

Liaising with HR and Talent teams on new starters and training requirements

Supporting apprentice programmes and development pathways

Arranging and facilitating internal and external training

Organising on site training across operational activities such as CCTV surveys, drainage repairs and infiltration

Managing off site and compliance-based training including systems, audits and client requirements

Tracking and updating employee progress using the Technical Development Framework capability matrix

Supporting development of the Ipsum Trained programme

Collaborating with PMO and external providers to ensure mandatory training compliance

Working with operational teams to align training with business needs

Supporting the development of training plans for operatives of all skill levels

Coaching and mentoring operatives to support performance and career progression

About you

You will be an organised and proactive individual with strong communication skills and a passion for developing people. You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities while working collaboratively across teams.

Key skills and experience:

Experience with project management approaches and tools

Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring capability

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines

Flexible and adaptable approach to changing demands

Strong organisational and time management skills

Self motivated with a positive and professional attitude

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Commitment to delivering high standards of safety, quality and service

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities

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

Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR.

Next steps

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Careers Team for more information
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Reference: 225117919

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