Technical Lead

time left to apply End Date: January 24, 2025 (29 days left to apply) job requisition id JR4725 Closing Date : 2025-01-31 Job Title : Technical Lead Location : Flexible (Hybrid or Remote) Contract Type : Permanent Hours : 37 hours per week Salary : circa £70,000 Storm overflows are very provocative and not acceptable to our customers and stakeholders. We want to lead the charge in resolving the current situation. That’s where our Clean Rivers & Seas Task Force comes in, implementing pioneering and industry-leading solutions to reduce spills and reliance on overflows whilst also enhancing the environment for our communities. Currently delivering a £45million pathfinder programme which rapidly expands to £1.5billion over next 10 years. The programme has been very successful, and we are now expanding the team so we can continue to work in partnership to deliver a larger programme of sustainable and innovative interventions to reduce the use of storm overflows. Job Overview Technical design and oversight of the pathfinder AMP8 storm overflow reduction programme – provide input, challenge, steer and governance to ensure we design & deliver technically feasible set of interventions. Facilitate delivery of optimization / smart catchment(s) type interventions – working with teams across the business – asset management, data, IT, control room, operations – to ensure everyone understands what / why we’re doing what we’re doing it, where any risks might sit / how they should be mitigated, and how best to manage the delivery and operation of the interventions. Develop innovative approaches for analysis with thought leaders internally, in academia, across the UK water industry and the supply chain. To enable agile, accelerated and streamlined wastewater network analysis, essential for an aggressive AMP8 delivery programme. Supervise, mentor and grow the next generation of technical talent. (PhD & MSc students and graduates). About You Strong technical bias (engineer). Innovative and creative mindset. Engaging and able to build strong relationships in and outside the organisation. Superior data analytical skills. Can-do attitude and can overcome complex challenges and obstacles. Can challenge colleagues and the supply chain to ensure robust interventions are designed and delivered. 5-10 years’ technical experience in Wastewater networks. Experience with a variety of analytical tools/packages (ICM, SQL, R, …). Hydraulic modelling trained and experienced. Degree level technical (BEng/MSc) qualifications in engineering. This is a unique opportunity to join a high performing and highly engaged team who are delivering a large innovative programme in partnership using sustainable and nature-based approaches to reduce the use of storm overflows and improve the environment. We know that over-use of storm overflows is a problem, so we are excited to invite you to be part of the solution! Package This role will be full time Monday to Friday with a hybrid or flexible approach to working in one of our offices for example Durrington/Falmer or from home. We are offering a salary circa £70,000 as well as other benefits including: Generous pension up to 11% company contribution 25 days annual leave Life assurance equal to 4x salary Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service) Health Cash Plan Full funded eye tests Two paid volunteering days a year Occupational health service Discounts with over 800 popular retailers Digital GP service Study support may be available for job-related qualifications Competitive maternity leave and flexible return to work options Cycle to work scheme Private Medical Insurance (Senior Levels Only) Join our Clean Rivers & Seas Task Force and see how far your career could progress with a company committed to career progression, training and development opportunities, our customers and the environment. Does this opportunity excite you but you’re not 100% sure if you meet all the requirements for the role? Or are you concerned that ‘normal’ office hours aren’t possible given your personal circumstances? Whilst we can’t accommodate every flexible working request, we’ll try to find a practical solution. So why not engage with us and find out more about this role? All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. You will need to provide evidence of eligibility (e.g. a passport or long birth certificate and proof of NI) and current proof of address (dated within the last 3 months), will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you do not meet these criteria, your application will not be considered. Interested in the role?

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications so if you are interested in the position please do send your application over today to ensure consideration. Every Body Welcome

We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to facilitate your participation in the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let us know. We are dedicated to ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to showcase their skills and experience. Need flexibility in your work?

Does this opportunity excite you but you’re not 100% sure if you meet all the requirements for the role? Or are you concerned that ‘normal’ office hours aren’t possible given your personal circumstances? Whilst we can’t accommodate every flexible working request, we’ll try to find a practical solution. So why not engage with us and find out more about this role?

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