Lead Asset Engineer

Southern Water

The Role

Overview

Lead a team to develop asset planning solutions for water infrastructure

Key Responsibilities

  • solution scoping
  • asset prioritization
  • root cause
  • cost-benefit
  • team leadership
  • system planning

Tasks

-Developing and scoping high-level asset interventions and solutions -Tackling real-world challenges like ageing assets and helping the business prioritise where and how to invest -Conducting root cause analysis and cost-benefit assessments to identify the best-value options -Leading and mentoring a team of engineers, managing workload and priorities. -Working closely with Programme Managers, Engineering Technical Services, and framework consultants to ensure seamless integration and delivery -Supporting the development of integrated system plans and ensuring benefits are realised through effective handover and collaboration

Benefits

-Fully funded eye tests -Cycle to work scheme -Health Cash Plan -Occupational health service -Study support may be available for job-related qualifications -Digital GP service -Two paid volunteering days a year -25 days annual leave -Company and performance-related bonus -Discounts with over 800 popular retailers -Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months’ service) -Generous pension up to 11% company contribution -Life assurance equal to 4x salary -Competitive maternity leave and flexible return to work options

The Company

About Southern Water

-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.

Sector Specialisms

Water Resources

Wastewater Networks

Sewer Services

Water Treatment

Water Filtration

Drinking Water Systems

Water Purification

Residential Water Services

Industrial Water Solutions

Infrastructure

Environmental Improvement

Utilities