Private UK utility supplying drinking water and treating wastewater across southern England.
Monitor and control sewage treatment works and pumping stations, managing alarms and resources.
19 days ago ago
£29,200
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Worthing, England, United Kingdom
Field
Company Size
2,092 Employees
Service Specialisms
Water Services
Wastewater Services
Sewage Treatment
Water Treatment
Infrastructure Maintenance
Leak Detection
Customer Support
Environmental Services
Sector Specialisms
Water Resources
Wastewater Networks
Sewer Services
Water Treatment
Water Filtration
Drinking Water Systems
Water Purification
Residential Water Services
Role
Description
system management
data integration
alarm management
task allocation
stakeholder communication
safety compliance
System Access: Utilize various Southern Water systems to proactively manage and escalate issues. This includes integrating data on asset conditions, alarms, and weather to inform operational responses, ensuring a comprehensive approach to system management.
Team Integration: Collaborate effectively within the team, adapting to the dynamic environment and supporting team members to meet operational demands.
Information Dissemination: Ensure the delivery of precise and timely information to all stakeholders, maintaining transparency and clear communication lines.
Resource Coordination: Allocate tasks to relevant teams, ensuring smooth operations and maintaining regular communication to facilitate effective response to operational issues.
Health and Safety Compliance: Strictly adhere to health, safety, and welfare requirements, prioritizing the well-being of all team members and the public.
Training and Systems: Engage in training programs and comply with all system requirements, including the ‘License to Control’ development programme. Staying updated on the latest protocols and procedures is crucial for maintaining operational excellence.
Alarm Management: Maintain vigilance over alarm systems, ensuring prompt and appropriate responses to any alerts. Effective alarm management is critical in preventing service disruptions and maintaining operational efficiency.
Requirements
prism
cim
workday
maximo
waterworx
ms office
Understanding of the organisation’s environmental obligations and performance commitments.
Understanding and awareness of customer impact.
Advanced skills in relevant SW systems such as PRISM, CIM, Workday, Maximo & Waterworx.
Understanding of WW operational environment.
Advanced IT skills, particularly in MS office applications.
Understanding of Environmental Regulations.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
2.25 million
Customers Served
Serving 2.25 million customers since privatisation in 1989.
0.5 GL
Drinking Water Pumped
Pumps over 0.5 GL of drinking water daily.
£72m loss
Operating Loss
Experienced a £72 million operating loss in March 2024 due to rising costs.
Constructs reservoirs, pipelines, sewage treatment upgrades, and implements contingency measures like importing water during droughts.
Specializes in large-scale water infrastructure, operational delivery, and environmental engineering across the South East.
Notably fined for misreporting sewage spills; offers guided tours of Victorian sewers and public access to historic reservoirs.
Culture + Values
“Working differently” – using new technology and nature‑based solutions
“Collaborating with community partners”
“Showing leadership on key environmental issues”
“Engaging with customers, stakeholders and partners to maximise opportunities”
Environment + Sustainability
24% by 2025
Renewable Energy Target
Target to generate 24% of own renewable energy by 2025.
75% by 2035
Storm Overflow Compliance
Aiming to achieve 75% compliance by 2035 to reduce storm overflow spills.
£7.8B Capital Plan
Environmental Investments
£7.8 billion capital plan from 2025-2030 focusing on new technology and nature-based solutions.
Three‑Star EPA
Environment Agency Rating
Aiming for a three-star Environment Agency rating by 2025 following a two-star rating in 2022.
On track to generate own renewable energy and buying accredited renewable energy since 2021.
Fleet electrification targets: cars/vans by 2035, HGVs via low-carbon fuels by 2040.
Investing £1.5 billion in Clean Rivers & Seas to reduce storm overflow spills and achieve full compliance by 2050.
Inclusion & Diversity
No publicly available strategic DEI goals or gender‑related statistics found