Environmental Site Auditor

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Thames Water
Provides water and wastewater services to over 15 million people across London and the Thames Valley.
Conduct environmental compliance audits and support operational teams at water sites.
10 days ago ago
£50,000 - £55,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Reading, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
12,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Operations
Customer Service
Engineering & Technical
Digital
Business & Corporate
Laboratory
Sector Specialisms
Water Supply
Wastewater Treatment
Infrastructure
Environmental Performance
Sewer Maintenance
Leak Detection
Metering
Sewer Flooding Prevention
Role
What you would be doing
power bi
site audits
compliance
reporting
audit support
training
  • Development of Power BI reports and Microsoft Forms.
  • Undertake site environmental and permit compliance audits as per the annual audit programme for your geographic region.
  • Highlight any non-compliances and drive actions to completion in your region using the EMS.
  • Provide regular reports on the progress of the audit programme within your region and key areas of risk/concern.
  • Support operational teams in preparation and during external audits.
  • Carry out audits on any permitted asset, including Sewage Treatment Works, Pumping Stations, Water Treatment Works, Waste and Air emissions facilities.
  • Create summary reports of your audits and present these back to Operational Managers.
  • Provide support and training to operational teams so that they understand the requirements of the EMS.
What you bring
wastewater
auditing
iso
microsoft 365
environmental
stakeholder

This position will be working hybrid from one of our Thames Water sites in the Thames Valley, Home Counties or London area. A full driving licence is required for this position. The salary for this position is between £50,000 - £55,000, depending on experience.

Ready to make a real impact where it matters most? At Thames Water, we’re not just keeping taps flowing and toilets flushing for 16 million customers — we’re building a more resilient, sustainable future. As an Environmental Site Auditor, you’ll be at the heart of that mission, leading site audits, supporting operational teams, and driving continuous improvement. If you’ve got a passion for the environment, strong stakeholder skills, and the drive to ensure we meet our commitments, this is your chance to help shape the future of water.

  • Knowledge of wastewater pumping and treatment processes.
  • Ability to write audit reports and actions.
  • Have worked on or with front-line operational teams. (ideally Sewage Treatment Works, Water Treatment Works or Pumping Stations)
  • An understanding of environmental legislation and permits.
  • Qualification in an environmental or science-related subject.
  • Auditing qualification.
  • Experience working within ISO accredited management systems.
  • Can competently use a variety of software packages. (e.g. Microsoft 365)
  • Knowledge of Pollution Prevention Control Principles.
  • Understanding of Health and Safety site requirements.
  • Experience interacting with Regulators on operational sites.
  • Knowledge of sludge treatment processes.
Benefits
  • Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
  • Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
  • Competitive salary from £50,000 to £55,000 per annum.
  • Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays)
  • Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
Training + Development
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Company
Overview
30+ Years
Company History
The company has been serving the region for over three decades, establishing a long-standing presence.
15M+ Customers
Customer Reach
The company provides essential water and wastewater services to over fifteen million individuals annually.
  • Delivering clean water and wastewater services across London and the Thames Valley.
  • Operates a vast network of infrastructure to meet the needs of its customers.
  • Focusing on sustainable water solutions and addressing climate change challenges.
  • Key player in major infrastructure projects, including the Thames Tideway Tunnel.
  • Involved in energy production through renewable initiatives like hydropower.
  • Committed to improving water quality, reliability, and customer service.
Culture + Values
  • We care about doing the right thing for our customers and the environment.
  • We put safety and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.
  • We believe in the power of collaboration and working as one team.
  • We embrace innovation and constantly look for better ways of doing things.
  • We take responsibility for our actions and their impact on others.
  • We are open, transparent, and accountable in all our dealings.
Environment + Sustainability
£2 billion
Sustainable Investment
The company has made a significant investment in sustainable infrastructure to support its environmental goals.
73%
Carbon Efficiency
The company has improved its carbon efficiency by reducing emissions through various initiatives and investments.
15%
Water Leakage Target
The company is working towards reducing water leakage to ensure more efficient water distribution and conservation.
100%
Wastewater Recycling
The company aims to fully recycle its wastewater by 2030, contributing to water conservation efforts.
  • Achieved net zero carbon emissions by 2030.
  • Enhanced water efficiency and reduced leakage.
  • Planted over 500,000 trees as part of sustainability initiatives.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% Female Representation
Target by 2025
Aim to achieve 50% gender diversity at senior levels by 2025.
12% Increase
Female Leadership Growth
Observed a 12% rise in female representation in senior leadership over three years.
30% Minority Ethnic Background
Diverse Employee Representation
More than 30% of employees identify as being from minority ethnic backgrounds.
40% Workforce Target
Female Workforce Goal
Aiming for 40% female representation across the entire workforce by 2025.
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