Capital Delivery Sampling Manager

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Thames Water
Provides water and wastewater services to over 15 million people across London and the Thames Valley.
Lead and build a new water/waste sampling team for capital delivery projects.
15 days ago ago
£52,000 - £70,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 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
sampling procedures
data management
sampling planning
team building
team leadership
capital delivery

Embedding procedures for sampling, analysis and data management

Planning sampling needs across Waste and Clean Water programmes

We’re looking for a Capital Delivery Sampling Manager to shape and lead a brand-new in-house sampling capability supporting our capital delivery programmes. You’ll build a team from the ground up, embed strong processes and ensure high-quality sampling operations that meet regulatory and project requirements.

Building and leading a new sampling team

What you bring
power bi
sharepoint
environmental science
water sampling
stakeholder management
budget management

Desirable: experience with infrastructure project lifecycles, Power BI/SharePoint, and digital transformation.

Proven experience in water or waste sampling, environmental monitoring or similar

Strong stakeholder and budget management skills

Degree or equivalent in environmental science, water quality or project management

Strong understanding of water or waste regulations

Experience leading operations in complex environments

Benefits

Generous pension and a range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits

£52,000–£70,000 per annum (depending on experience)

26 days holiday (rising to 30) plus bank holidays

Training + Development
Information not given or found
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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