IoT Data Specialist

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Wessex Water
Provides water and wastewater services to communities across the south west of England.
Develop ML models and data pipelines on Azure, delivering insights.
25 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Bath, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
4,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Water supply services
Sewerage services
Environmental protection projects
Flood protection projects
Water refill points
Community funding
Sector Specialisms
Water Resources
Utilities
Wastewater Management
Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
ml modelling
data ingestion
azure pipelines
statistical analysis
data visualization
stakeholder collaboration

Our mission is to empower the business with data-driven insights, enabling smarter decisions through advanced analytics, state-of-the-art machine learning models, and robust statistical methods. You'll work closely with stakeholders to uncover challenges, identify opportunities, and deliver actionable solutions that drive measurable impact.

  • Design and implement machine learning algorithms and maintain scalable models in production, following best practices and the full project lifecycle.
  • Retrieve and process data from open, closed, and hybrid environments, ensuring data quality through cleansing and verification.
  • Present insights using data visualisation techniques.
  • Develop efficient data ingestion scripts using PySpark and Python.
  • Perform statistical analysis, including data modelling and hypothesis testing.
  • Build well-engineered, scalable data pipelines within Azure.
  • Assist with requirements gathering and collaborate with stakeholders across multiple business domains.
  • Apply AI/ML techniques, statistical methods, and libraries to solve complex business problems.
  • Analyse datasets to extract insights and determine the most appropriate techniques.
What you bring
sql
python
azure
power bi
msc
communication

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Data Specialist with strong expertise in both Data Science and Data Engineering. This is your chance to join a dynamic, growing team and play a key role in shaping its future.

  • Strong data modelling and architecture skills with SQL and NoSQL databases.
  • Experience designing and developing end-to-end machine learning applications, maintaining proper lifecycles.
  • Knowledge of software development lifecycle and ML-Ops.
  • Expertise in data visualisation tools: Power BI, Streamlit, etc.
  • Hands-on experience with Azure cloud technologies: Synapse, Fabric, AzureML, ADX, ADF, Azure Data Lake Storage, Event Hubs.
  • Familiarity with Parquet and Delta Parquet formats.
  • Strong understanding of machine learning techniques and their real-world trade-offs.
  • Understanding of advanced statistical techniques and their practical applications.
  • Excellent communication skills to effectively present insights and recommendations.
  • MSc in AI/ML, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Python, including libraries such as pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, and PyStats.
Benefits

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

  • The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
  • Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
  • A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
  • A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us.
  • Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
  • Support from trained mental health first aiders.
  • The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
  • The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
  • Career progression and professional development opportunities.
  • Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
  • One paid volunteering day each year.
  • Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
  • 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
  • A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Since 1989
Year Established
Operational since 1989, ensuring long-term service provision.
2.8M Customers
Active Users
Provides services to over 2.8 million customers in the south-west of England.
  • Recognized for its commitment to innovation and sustainability in the water industry.
  • Typical projects include infrastructure upgrades, wastewater treatment, and environmental protection initiatives.
  • Focus on customer satisfaction and operational efficiency, maintaining a leading role in water management.
  • Significant contributor to local economies through service improvement and community development initiatives.
Culture + Values
  • We are honest and ethical in the way we conduct our business.
  • We treat our customers, the wider community, the environment and one another with respect.
  • We value everybody’s contribution and ensure the health, safety and welfare of all our colleagues.
  • We are a long‑term business; we plan, innovate and invest for future resilience.
Environment + Sustainability
2030
Net Zero Operational Carbon Emissions Target
Aims to achieve net zero for operational carbon emissions by 2030.
2040
Net Zero Total Carbon Emissions Goal
Committed to achieving net zero for total carbon emissions, including embodied carbon by 2040.
110,000 tonnes
Annual COâ‚‚ Emission Reduction
Operational net zero plan will reduce annual COâ‚‚ emissions by 110,000 tonnes.
£3 million
Monthly Investment in Storm Overflow Reduction
Currently spends £3 million per month on schemes to reduce storm overflow discharges.
2050
Long-Term Sustainability Investment Horizon
PR24 business plan includes net zero carbon and increased biodiversity through investment to 2050.
  • Routemap includes leakage reduction, water efficiency, lower-carbon transport, nature-based solutions, energy optimisation, and increased renewable energy generation.
  • Aim to deliver net environmental gain annually via reduced pollution, water conservation, sustainable agriculture, and elimination of single-use plastic.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
  • Strive to create a workplace free from discrimination, harassment and bullying, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
  • Operate internal support groups including Wellbeing Champions, The Arc Alliance, Working Families Group, Menopause Champions, Race at Work and Disability Working Group.
  • Members of Armed Forces Covenant, Autism at Work, Disability Confident Employer, Business Disability Forum, South West Women In Construction, The Women’s Work Lab, Seetec Pluss, Menopause Workplace Pledge, and Race At Work Charter.
  • Publish a gender pay gap report explaining pay and bonus gaps and actions to improve representation of women.
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