We currently have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to take on the important role of Leakage Optimisation Engineer in the Darenth, Kent Area.
This is an exciting opportunity where you will encompass all aspects of leakage optimisation and control within your specified region.
As the Leakage Engineer, you will monitor and oversee a designated region, allowing you to significantly improve the performance in your area. You will directly review methods to optimise and improve leakage detection and control whilst building an understanding of network configuration. This will influence operating strategies to develop and promote fresh ideas and strategies in your area.
Base Location: Stroud Green - Croydon - CR0 8YY.
Working Pattern or hours: 36 Hours Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm.
What you’ll be doing as the Leakage Optimisation Engineer
Achieve key operational and regulatory targets, while setting the strategic direction of your area alongside the Regional Manager. Recognised as a Subject Matter Expert in leakage detection and control within your region. Provide coaching and mentorship to the Leakage Optimisation Analyst and support the training of other Thames Water colleagues. Drive improvements of defined business processes and lead innovative new ways of working. Take ownership of all Leakage-driven issues in your area, to ensure a safe and reliable drinking water supply now and into the future. Manage the accuracy and availability of data from our assets, so that critical business insights can be gained and acted upon. Provide specialist technical support to the wider business in the management of unplanned emergency incidents. This includes out-of-hours coordinator responsibilities on a technical standby roster. Create strategic initiatives for managing leakage in your area, accounting for population growth and the influence of climate change. What you should bring to the role
Have previous water network experience to make an impact within the team and develop the ideas and processes. Demonstrate excellent analytical skills and a good working knowledge of Excel. Having experience with leakage, Hydraulics or Modelling would be an advantage. Excellent communication skills are needed to communicate with all levels of the organisation. We are looking for someone who is degree educated or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a similar subject. What’s in it for you?
Offering a salary up to £51,600 per annum depending on skills and experience. 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays) GymPass, a free fitness plan and access to several wellbeing apps for you and up to three family members as well as discounted plans nationwide! Cycle to work scheme, always on and up to £3k, save money, get fit and help protect the environment WeCare, a variety of health and wellbeing services for you and your family including up to 10 specialist counselling sessions, 24/7 access to a virtual GP, get fit programmes and access to a nutritionist Benefits on Tap, access to discounts, cashback and instant vouchers, Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay! Ongoing performance development reviews to help you be your best and identify growth opportunities Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution. Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year. Find out more about our benefits and perks. Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. So, if you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet. Disclaimer:
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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Achieve key operational and regulatory targets, while setting the strategic direction of your area alongside the Regional Manager. Recognised as a Subject Matter Expert in leakage detection and control within your region. Provide coaching and mentorship to the Leakage Optimisation Analyst and support the training of other Thames Water colleagues. Drive improvements of defined business processes and lead innovative new ways of working. Take ownership of all Leakage-driven issues in your area, to ensure a safe and reliable drinking water supply now and into the future. Manage the accuracy and availability of data from our assets, so that critical business insights can be gained and acted upon. Provide specialist technical support to the wider business in the management of unplanned emergency incidents. This includes out-of-hours coordinator responsibilities on a technical standby roster. Create strategic initiatives for managing leakage in your area, accounting for population growth and the influence of climate change. What you should bring to the role
Have previous water network experience to make an impact within the team and develop the ideas and processes. Demonstrate excellent analytical skills and a good working knowledge of Excel. Having experience with leakage, Hydraulics or Modelling would be an advantage. Excellent communication skills are needed to communicate with all levels of the organisation. We are looking for someone who is degree educated or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a similar subject. What’s in it for you?
Offering a salary up to £51,600 per annum depending on skills and experience. 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays) GymPass, a free fitness plan and access to several wellbeing apps for you and up to three family members as well as discounted plans nationwide! Cycle to work scheme, always on and up to £3k, save money, get fit and help protect the environment WeCare, a variety of health and wellbeing services for you and your family including up to 10 specialist counselling sessions, 24/7 access to a virtual GP, get fit programmes and access to a nutritionist Benefits on Tap, access to discounts, cashback and instant vouchers, Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay! Ongoing performance development reviews to help you be your best and identify growth opportunities Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution. Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year. Find out more about our benefits and perks. Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. So, if you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet. Disclaimer:
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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