Summary: Are you a hands on person looking for a clearer career path and a role where you can learn new skills? This isn't just a job; it's a career path. In this hands on role, you'll gain skills for life, solve complex problems, and be supported by our on the job training program. Joining our water network team you'll work between the hours of 7am-7pm Monday to Saturday. As an essential service provider, you will be required to participate in an overnight standby rota to respond to incidents. Your core role is to manage our mains network and provide vital face to face technical support to our customers, ensuring they get wholesome water 24/7. This role is all about ensuring the integrity of our water supply system and being the main technical face for our customers. You'll manage critical network operations like mains shutdowns , supervise contractors , and use your expertise to resolve customer water supply issues directly. We invest in our people, providing the training and development you need to build skills for life and move forward in your career. Main Responsibilities: Your day to day work is focused on keeping the network running and keeping our customers happy: Plan and prioritise your allocated work to make sure customer appointments are met. Perform essential network operations, such as mains shutdowns, completing all necessary risk assessments and interruption reports. Conduct proactive maintenance flushing and perform water sampling in line with regulatory guidelines. Accurately collect and record asset data and details of completed work, using systems like Maximo and GIS. Supervise contractors working on the distribution network, which includes creating work order requests and conducting site safety audits. Be the primary point of contact to respond to customer requests regarding water supply and liaise with housing developers for new water supply connections. What you'll need: A full, clean manual driving licence. A good standard of secondary education, showing good numeracy and literacy skills. Strong Customer Service Skills. The ability to work effectively alone with minimal supervision, often outdoors in all weather conditions. Confident in using IT systems, data entry, and understanding of work management systems such as GIS. Experience in handling customer complaints or queries Interview Process We will be holding assessment/ interview days between the hours of 09:00hrs to 14:00hrs between 25th November to early December. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £29,337 - £37,533 starting salary
Nov 28, 2025
Full time
Summary: Are you a hands on person looking for a clearer career path and a role where you can learn new skills? This isn't just a job; it's a career path. In this hands on role, you'll gain skills for life, solve complex problems, and be supported by our on the job training program. Joining our water network team you'll work between the hours of 7am-7pm Monday to Saturday. As an essential service provider, you will be required to participate in an overnight standby rota to respond to incidents. Your core role is to manage our mains network and provide vital face to face technical support to our customers, ensuring they get wholesome water 24/7. This role is all about ensuring the integrity of our water supply system and being the main technical face for our customers. You'll manage critical network operations like mains shutdowns , supervise contractors , and use your expertise to resolve customer water supply issues directly. We invest in our people, providing the training and development you need to build skills for life and move forward in your career. Main Responsibilities: Your day to day work is focused on keeping the network running and keeping our customers happy: Plan and prioritise your allocated work to make sure customer appointments are met. Perform essential network operations, such as mains shutdowns, completing all necessary risk assessments and interruption reports. Conduct proactive maintenance flushing and perform water sampling in line with regulatory guidelines. Accurately collect and record asset data and details of completed work, using systems like Maximo and GIS. Supervise contractors working on the distribution network, which includes creating work order requests and conducting site safety audits. Be the primary point of contact to respond to customer requests regarding water supply and liaise with housing developers for new water supply connections. What you'll need: A full, clean manual driving licence. A good standard of secondary education, showing good numeracy and literacy skills. Strong Customer Service Skills. The ability to work effectively alone with minimal supervision, often outdoors in all weather conditions. Confident in using IT systems, data entry, and understanding of work management systems such as GIS. Experience in handling customer complaints or queries Interview Process We will be holding assessment/ interview days between the hours of 09:00hrs to 14:00hrs between 25th November to early December. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £29,337 - £37,533 starting salary
Summary: Are you a hands on person looking for a clearer career path and a role where you can learn new skills? This isn't just a job; it's a career path. In this hands on role, you'll gain skills for life, solve complex problems, and be supported by our on the job training program. Joining our water network team you'll work between the hours of 7am-7pm Monday to Saturday. As an essential service provider, you will be required to participate in an overnight standby rota to respond to incidents. Your core role is to manage our mains network and provide vital face to face technical support to our customers, ensuring they get wholesome water 24/7. This role is all about ensuring the integrity of our water supply system and being the main technical face for our customers. You'll manage critical network operations like mains shutdowns , supervise contractors , and use your expertise to resolve customer water supply issues directly. We invest in our people, providing the training and development you need to build skills for life and move forward in your career. Main Responsibilities: Your day to day work is focused on keeping the network running and keeping our customers happy: Plan and prioritise your allocated work to make sure customer appointments are met. Perform essential network operations, such as mains shutdowns, completing all necessary risk assessments and interruption reports. Conduct proactive maintenance flushing and perform water sampling in line with regulatory guidelines. Accurately collect and record asset data and details of completed work, using systems like Maximo and GIS. Supervise contractors working on the distribution network, which includes creating work order requests and conducting site safety audits. Be the primary point of contact to respond to customer requests regarding water supply and liaise with housing developers for new water supply connections. What you'll need: A full, clean manual driving licence. A good standard of secondary education, showing good numeracy and literacy skills. Strong Customer Service Skills. The ability to work effectively alone with minimal supervision, often outdoors in all weather conditions. Confident in using IT systems, data entry, and understanding of work management systems such as GIS. Experience in handling customer complaints or queries Interview Process We will be holding assessment/ interview days between the hours of 09:00hrs to 14:00hrs between 25th November to early December. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £29,337 - £37,533 starting salary
Nov 28, 2025
Full time
Summary: Are you a hands on person looking for a clearer career path and a role where you can learn new skills? This isn't just a job; it's a career path. In this hands on role, you'll gain skills for life, solve complex problems, and be supported by our on the job training program. Joining our water network team you'll work between the hours of 7am-7pm Monday to Saturday. As an essential service provider, you will be required to participate in an overnight standby rota to respond to incidents. Your core role is to manage our mains network and provide vital face to face technical support to our customers, ensuring they get wholesome water 24/7. This role is all about ensuring the integrity of our water supply system and being the main technical face for our customers. You'll manage critical network operations like mains shutdowns , supervise contractors , and use your expertise to resolve customer water supply issues directly. We invest in our people, providing the training and development you need to build skills for life and move forward in your career. Main Responsibilities: Your day to day work is focused on keeping the network running and keeping our customers happy: Plan and prioritise your allocated work to make sure customer appointments are met. Perform essential network operations, such as mains shutdowns, completing all necessary risk assessments and interruption reports. Conduct proactive maintenance flushing and perform water sampling in line with regulatory guidelines. Accurately collect and record asset data and details of completed work, using systems like Maximo and GIS. Supervise contractors working on the distribution network, which includes creating work order requests and conducting site safety audits. Be the primary point of contact to respond to customer requests regarding water supply and liaise with housing developers for new water supply connections. What you'll need: A full, clean manual driving licence. A good standard of secondary education, showing good numeracy and literacy skills. Strong Customer Service Skills. The ability to work effectively alone with minimal supervision, often outdoors in all weather conditions. Confident in using IT systems, data entry, and understanding of work management systems such as GIS. Experience in handling customer complaints or queries Interview Process We will be holding assessment/ interview days between the hours of 09:00hrs to 14:00hrs between 25th November to early December. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £29,337 - £37,533 starting salary
Summary: Would you like to use your experience to make a big impact on our network's performance, all while working a defined night shift pattern and the opportunity to gain a formal qualification? This isn't just a job; it's a career path. In this hands on role, you'll gain skills for life, solve complex problems, and be supported by our on-the-job training program. We're creating a dedicated night shift where you'll work between the hours of 10pm and 8am on a 4 on 4 off work pattern. We'll need you to work daytime hours at the start of your employment to complete your induction training. This is a crucial role where you'll learn to use advanced equipment to perform planned leakage detection activities and locate hidden leaks to minimise water loss. Working at night allows for highly focused, autonomous work with minimal disruption, contributing directly to our efficiency and environmental targets. The role would also include supporting the team during incidents causing interruptions to customers' water supply. Join us and apply your skills to challenging and vital network projects. We're offering the investment in training and the career visibility you need to build skills for life. Main Responsibilities Your primary focus will be on leakage reduction and network optimisation: Investigate and locate hidden leaks using specialised equipment (like correlators) and leakage detection techniques (like step testing). Execute planned leakage detection, validation, and survey work to achieve and maintain our leakage reduction goals. Perform essential network activities such as mains shutdowns, completing risk assessments and interruption reports. Maintain and repair network leakage assets, such as pressure reducing valves, district meters, and data logging equipment Experience in handling customer complaints or queries. What you'll need: We're looking for driven individuals who can work effectively at night: A full, clean manual driving licence. A good standard of secondary education, showing good numeracy and literacy skills. Strong Customer Service Skills. The essential ability to work effectively alone with minimal supervision at night, often outdoors in all weather conditions. Proficiency in accessing, data entry, and understanding of work management systems such as GIS. Undertake network validation, pressure zonal tests and flow tests to ensure the integrity of District Metered Areas (DMAs). Accurately collect, record, or correct network asset data and details of all work completed, utilising systems like Maximo and GIS. Coordinate with internal staff (Distribution, Leakage, Production) on night team activities and leak repairs. Conduct flushing activity and perform water sampling in line with regulatory guidelines. Interview Process We will be holding assessment/ interview days between the hours of 09:00hrs to 14:00hrs between 25th November to early December. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £36,671 - £46,916 depending on experience. This includes a 25% shift allowance for night work.
Nov 28, 2025
Full time
Summary: Would you like to use your experience to make a big impact on our network's performance, all while working a defined night shift pattern and the opportunity to gain a formal qualification? This isn't just a job; it's a career path. In this hands on role, you'll gain skills for life, solve complex problems, and be supported by our on-the-job training program. We're creating a dedicated night shift where you'll work between the hours of 10pm and 8am on a 4 on 4 off work pattern. We'll need you to work daytime hours at the start of your employment to complete your induction training. This is a crucial role where you'll learn to use advanced equipment to perform planned leakage detection activities and locate hidden leaks to minimise water loss. Working at night allows for highly focused, autonomous work with minimal disruption, contributing directly to our efficiency and environmental targets. The role would also include supporting the team during incidents causing interruptions to customers' water supply. Join us and apply your skills to challenging and vital network projects. We're offering the investment in training and the career visibility you need to build skills for life. Main Responsibilities Your primary focus will be on leakage reduction and network optimisation: Investigate and locate hidden leaks using specialised equipment (like correlators) and leakage detection techniques (like step testing). Execute planned leakage detection, validation, and survey work to achieve and maintain our leakage reduction goals. Perform essential network activities such as mains shutdowns, completing risk assessments and interruption reports. Maintain and repair network leakage assets, such as pressure reducing valves, district meters, and data logging equipment Experience in handling customer complaints or queries. What you'll need: We're looking for driven individuals who can work effectively at night: A full, clean manual driving licence. A good standard of secondary education, showing good numeracy and literacy skills. Strong Customer Service Skills. The essential ability to work effectively alone with minimal supervision at night, often outdoors in all weather conditions. Proficiency in accessing, data entry, and understanding of work management systems such as GIS. Undertake network validation, pressure zonal tests and flow tests to ensure the integrity of District Metered Areas (DMAs). Accurately collect, record, or correct network asset data and details of all work completed, utilising systems like Maximo and GIS. Coordinate with internal staff (Distribution, Leakage, Production) on night team activities and leak repairs. Conduct flushing activity and perform water sampling in line with regulatory guidelines. Interview Process We will be holding assessment/ interview days between the hours of 09:00hrs to 14:00hrs between 25th November to early December. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £36,671 - £46,916 depending on experience. This includes a 25% shift allowance for night work.
Summary: Would you like to use your experience to make a big impact on our network's performance, all while working a defined night shift pattern and the opportunity to gain a formal qualification? This isn't just a job; it's a career path. In this hands on role, you'll gain skills for life, solve complex problems, and be supported by our on-the-job training program. We're creating a dedicated night shift where you'll work between the hours of 10pm and 8am on a 4 on 4 off work pattern. We'll need you to work daytime hours at the start of your employment to complete your induction training. This is a crucial role where you'll learn to use advanced equipment to perform planned leakage detection activities and locate hidden leaks to minimise water loss. Working at night allows for highly focused, autonomous work with minimal disruption, contributing directly to our efficiency and environmental targets. The role would also include supporting the team during incidents causing interruptions to customers' water supply. Join us and apply your skills to challenging and vital network projects. We're offering the investment in training and the career visibility you need to build skills for life. Main Responsibilities Your primary focus will be on leakage reduction and network optimisation: Investigate and locate hidden leaks using specialised equipment (like correlators) and leakage detection techniques (like step testing). Execute planned leakage detection, validation, and survey work to achieve and maintain our leakage reduction goals. Perform essential network activities such as mains shutdowns, completing risk assessments and interruption reports. Maintain and repair network leakage assets, such as pressure reducing valves, district meters, and data logging equipment Experience in handling customer complaints or queries. What you'll need: We're looking for driven individuals who can work effectively at night: A full, clean manual driving licence. A good standard of secondary education, showing good numeracy and literacy skills. Strong Customer Service Skills. The essential ability to work effectively alone with minimal supervision at night, often outdoors in all weather conditions. Proficiency in accessing, data entry, and understanding of work management systems such as GIS. Undertake network validation, pressure zonal tests and flow tests to ensure the integrity of District Metered Areas (DMAs). Accurately collect, record, or correct network asset data and details of all work completed, utilising systems like Maximo and GIS. Coordinate with internal staff (Distribution, Leakage, Production) on night team activities and leak repairs. Conduct flushing activity and perform water sampling in line with regulatory guidelines. Interview Process We will be holding assessment/ interview days between the hours of 09:00hrs to 14:00hrs between 25th November to early December. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £36,671 - £46,916 depending on experience. This includes a 25% shift allowance for night work.
Nov 28, 2025
Full time
Summary: Would you like to use your experience to make a big impact on our network's performance, all while working a defined night shift pattern and the opportunity to gain a formal qualification? This isn't just a job; it's a career path. In this hands on role, you'll gain skills for life, solve complex problems, and be supported by our on-the-job training program. We're creating a dedicated night shift where you'll work between the hours of 10pm and 8am on a 4 on 4 off work pattern. We'll need you to work daytime hours at the start of your employment to complete your induction training. This is a crucial role where you'll learn to use advanced equipment to perform planned leakage detection activities and locate hidden leaks to minimise water loss. Working at night allows for highly focused, autonomous work with minimal disruption, contributing directly to our efficiency and environmental targets. The role would also include supporting the team during incidents causing interruptions to customers' water supply. Join us and apply your skills to challenging and vital network projects. We're offering the investment in training and the career visibility you need to build skills for life. Main Responsibilities Your primary focus will be on leakage reduction and network optimisation: Investigate and locate hidden leaks using specialised equipment (like correlators) and leakage detection techniques (like step testing). Execute planned leakage detection, validation, and survey work to achieve and maintain our leakage reduction goals. Perform essential network activities such as mains shutdowns, completing risk assessments and interruption reports. Maintain and repair network leakage assets, such as pressure reducing valves, district meters, and data logging equipment Experience in handling customer complaints or queries. What you'll need: We're looking for driven individuals who can work effectively at night: A full, clean manual driving licence. A good standard of secondary education, showing good numeracy and literacy skills. Strong Customer Service Skills. The essential ability to work effectively alone with minimal supervision at night, often outdoors in all weather conditions. Proficiency in accessing, data entry, and understanding of work management systems such as GIS. Undertake network validation, pressure zonal tests and flow tests to ensure the integrity of District Metered Areas (DMAs). Accurately collect, record, or correct network asset data and details of all work completed, utilising systems like Maximo and GIS. Coordinate with internal staff (Distribution, Leakage, Production) on night team activities and leak repairs. Conduct flushing activity and perform water sampling in line with regulatory guidelines. Interview Process We will be holding assessment/ interview days between the hours of 09:00hrs to 14:00hrs between 25th November to early December. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £36,671 - £46,916 depending on experience. This includes a 25% shift allowance for night work.
Summary: Do you have a talent for troubleshooting and a customer-focused mindset? Do you have the expertise to manage IT incidents and service requests from initial contact to resolution? We are seeking an IT Support Analyst to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will be the first and second line of defence for our end-users, providing essential technical support that keeps our business running smoothly. You'll be the hero who resolves incidents, fulfils service requests, and minimises disruptions, all while working within our IT Service Management (ITSM) system. Main responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for IT-related incidents and service requests, providing effective resolution or escalation as necessary. Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues for end users. Assist with new starter setups, including laptop configuration, software installation, and account provisioning. Support the maintenance of IT equipment, including laptops, peripherals, and docking stations. Maintain IT asset inventory keeping accurate records of IT assets Document troubleshooting steps and solutions in the ticketing system, ensuring accurate records are maintained. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics. Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and multitask effectively. Proven experience in an IT support or help desk role. Hands-on experience with hardware troubleshooting and maintenance. Experience with ITSM systems (e.g., Jira Service Management). Experience with Active Directory and user account management. Relevant IT certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, ITIL Foundation). NVQ Level 3 or higher in IT, Computing, or a related field Experience in supporting Google Workspace desirable. Knowledge of endpoint management platforms. Basic scripting skills desirable. Familiarity with resolving issues in a hybrid working setup (e.g., VPNs, remote access tools). Participation in IT hardware or software rollouts/migrations. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £26,000 - £32,000 dependent on experience.
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Summary: Do you have a talent for troubleshooting and a customer-focused mindset? Do you have the expertise to manage IT incidents and service requests from initial contact to resolution? We are seeking an IT Support Analyst to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will be the first and second line of defence for our end-users, providing essential technical support that keeps our business running smoothly. You'll be the hero who resolves incidents, fulfils service requests, and minimises disruptions, all while working within our IT Service Management (ITSM) system. Main responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for IT-related incidents and service requests, providing effective resolution or escalation as necessary. Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues for end users. Assist with new starter setups, including laptop configuration, software installation, and account provisioning. Support the maintenance of IT equipment, including laptops, peripherals, and docking stations. Maintain IT asset inventory keeping accurate records of IT assets Document troubleshooting steps and solutions in the ticketing system, ensuring accurate records are maintained. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics. Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and multitask effectively. Proven experience in an IT support or help desk role. Hands-on experience with hardware troubleshooting and maintenance. Experience with ITSM systems (e.g., Jira Service Management). Experience with Active Directory and user account management. Relevant IT certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, ITIL Foundation). NVQ Level 3 or higher in IT, Computing, or a related field Experience in supporting Google Workspace desirable. Knowledge of endpoint management platforms. Basic scripting skills desirable. Familiarity with resolving issues in a hybrid working setup (e.g., VPNs, remote access tools). Participation in IT hardware or software rollouts/migrations. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £26,000 - £32,000 dependent on experience.
Summary: We're looking for a sharp, commercially-minded Finance Business Partner to step into a high-impact position supporting our critical Water Operations team. Reporting to the Financial Performance Manager, you won't just report the numbers-you'll use them to shape our strategy and influence executive decisions. This pivotal role requires you to act as the strategic financial conscience for the Operational Senior Management team, providing robust, clear, and actionable financial information, advice, and guidance. Crucially, you will be both responsible and accountable for identifying opportunities to drive operational efficiency and mitigate financial risk across all our water operations. You will work shoulder-to-shoulder with senior operations managers and diverse cross-functional teams. Your professional advice will lead the way in delivering financial efficiencies through strategic initiatives and new, innovative ways of working, ensuring we manage our costs effectively and improve efficiency within a complex, evolving, and essential industry. If you thrive on translating financial data into operational excellence and are ready to be a true business influencer, we want to hear from you! Main Responsibilities Lead strategic financial planning, budgeting and forecasting processes to align with corporate objectives, internal controls, and compliance with all regulatory standards. Provide strategic financial analysis with commentary insights to influence key business decisions, enhance operational efficiency, and optimise performance across the organisation. Define, track and analyse financial key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics, supporting insights that drive accountability and continuous improvement. Drive value creation by providing expert financial and commercial support during contract negotiations and the execution of commercial strategies. Conduct rigorous feasibility studies to evaluate and inform the adoption of new finance and operational processes, ensuring they deliver measurable returns. Lead and champion key business transformation initiatives, including digital and automation projects, to enhance reporting capabilities and operational efficiency. Act as a trusted financial advisor to senior management and cross-functional teams, translating complex financial data into actionable business insights. Ensure the integrity of financial data and systems by maintaining a robust internal controls framework and ensuring strict compliance with all regulatory and accounting standards. Proactively collaborate with internal and external auditors to manage and mitigate financial risks, ensuring transparency and accuracy in all financial reporting. Develop and help motivate a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and professional growth. Mentor and support junior members of the management accounting team, empowering them to adapt existing processes to optimise and drive productive business discussions within the senior management team. Elevate the organisation's financial acumen by designing and delivering targeted training programs. You'll Need: Qualifications/Skills/Experience Fully qualified accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA). The ability to review complex financial data, conduct in-depth variance analysis, and leverage expertise in tools like Workday Finance and advanced Excel. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to present complex financial information with authority and confidence. Proven ability to build strong relationships, influence key stakeholders, and negotiate effectively without direct authority, acting as a trusted advisor to the business. Championing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to help identify and implement process improvements that drive efficiency and reduce waste. The proven ability to support the delivery of complex projects, including finance transformation, process improvement initiatives, and system implementations, by driving change and managing cross-functional teams. Extensive and demonstrably successful experience in a strategic finance business partner role, driving key business decisions and influencing return on investment outcomes. Expertise in leading and managing end-to-end financial planning cycles, including long-range strategic planning, annual budgeting, and rolling forecasts. Proven experience of leading and delivering cross-functional projects to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Proven ability to manage, develop, and inspire a team of finance professionals and foster a high-performance culture. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £60,000 - £65,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Summary: We're looking for a sharp, commercially-minded Finance Business Partner to step into a high-impact position supporting our critical Water Operations team. Reporting to the Financial Performance Manager, you won't just report the numbers-you'll use them to shape our strategy and influence executive decisions. This pivotal role requires you to act as the strategic financial conscience for the Operational Senior Management team, providing robust, clear, and actionable financial information, advice, and guidance. Crucially, you will be both responsible and accountable for identifying opportunities to drive operational efficiency and mitigate financial risk across all our water operations. You will work shoulder-to-shoulder with senior operations managers and diverse cross-functional teams. Your professional advice will lead the way in delivering financial efficiencies through strategic initiatives and new, innovative ways of working, ensuring we manage our costs effectively and improve efficiency within a complex, evolving, and essential industry. If you thrive on translating financial data into operational excellence and are ready to be a true business influencer, we want to hear from you! Main Responsibilities Lead strategic financial planning, budgeting and forecasting processes to align with corporate objectives, internal controls, and compliance with all regulatory standards. Provide strategic financial analysis with commentary insights to influence key business decisions, enhance operational efficiency, and optimise performance across the organisation. Define, track and analyse financial key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics, supporting insights that drive accountability and continuous improvement. Drive value creation by providing expert financial and commercial support during contract negotiations and the execution of commercial strategies. Conduct rigorous feasibility studies to evaluate and inform the adoption of new finance and operational processes, ensuring they deliver measurable returns. Lead and champion key business transformation initiatives, including digital and automation projects, to enhance reporting capabilities and operational efficiency. Act as a trusted financial advisor to senior management and cross-functional teams, translating complex financial data into actionable business insights. Ensure the integrity of financial data and systems by maintaining a robust internal controls framework and ensuring strict compliance with all regulatory and accounting standards. Proactively collaborate with internal and external auditors to manage and mitigate financial risks, ensuring transparency and accuracy in all financial reporting. Develop and help motivate a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and professional growth. Mentor and support junior members of the management accounting team, empowering them to adapt existing processes to optimise and drive productive business discussions within the senior management team. Elevate the organisation's financial acumen by designing and delivering targeted training programs. You'll Need: Qualifications/Skills/Experience Fully qualified accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA). The ability to review complex financial data, conduct in-depth variance analysis, and leverage expertise in tools like Workday Finance and advanced Excel. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to present complex financial information with authority and confidence. Proven ability to build strong relationships, influence key stakeholders, and negotiate effectively without direct authority, acting as a trusted advisor to the business. Championing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to help identify and implement process improvements that drive efficiency and reduce waste. The proven ability to support the delivery of complex projects, including finance transformation, process improvement initiatives, and system implementations, by driving change and managing cross-functional teams. Extensive and demonstrably successful experience in a strategic finance business partner role, driving key business decisions and influencing return on investment outcomes. Expertise in leading and managing end-to-end financial planning cycles, including long-range strategic planning, annual budgeting, and rolling forecasts. Proven experience of leading and delivering cross-functional projects to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Proven ability to manage, develop, and inspire a team of finance professionals and foster a high-performance culture. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £60,000 - £65,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)
Summary: Are you a hands on person looking for a clearer career path and a role where you can learn new skills? This isn't just a job; it's a career path. In this hands on role, you'll gain skills for life, solve complex problems, and be supported by our on the job training program. Joining our water network team you'll work between the hours of 7am-7pm Monday to Saturday. As an essential service provider, you will be required to participate in an overnight standby rota to respond to incidents. Your core role is to manage our mains network and provide vital face to face technical support to our customers, ensuring they get wholesome water 24/7. This role is all about ensuring the integrity of our water supply system and being the main technical face for our customers. You'll manage critical network operations like mains shutdowns , supervise contractors , and use your expertise to resolve customer water supply issues directly. We invest in our people, providing the training and development you need to build skills for life and move forward in your career. Main Responsibilities: Your day to day work is focused on keeping the network running and keeping our customers happy: Plan and prioritise your allocated work to make sure customer appointments are met. Perform essential network operations, such as mains shutdowns, completing all necessary risk assessments and interruption reports. Conduct proactive maintenance flushing and perform water sampling in line with regulatory guidelines. Accurately collect and record asset data and details of completed work, using systems like Maximo and GIS. Supervise contractors working on the distribution network, which includes creating work order requests and conducting site safety audits. Be the primary point of contact to respond to customer requests regarding water supply and liaise with housing developers for new water supply connections. What you'll need: We're looking for focused individuals ready to make an impact: A full, clean manual driving licence. A good standard of secondary education, showing good numeracy and literacy skills. Strong Customer Service Skills. The ability to work effectively alone with minimal supervision, often outdoors in all weather conditions. Confident in using IT systems, data entry, and understanding of work management systems such as GIS. Experience in handling customer complaints or queries Interview Process We will be holding assessment/ interview days between the hours of 09:00hrs to 14:00hrs between 25th November to early December. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £29,337 - £37,533 depending on experience
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Summary: Are you a hands on person looking for a clearer career path and a role where you can learn new skills? This isn't just a job; it's a career path. In this hands on role, you'll gain skills for life, solve complex problems, and be supported by our on the job training program. Joining our water network team you'll work between the hours of 7am-7pm Monday to Saturday. As an essential service provider, you will be required to participate in an overnight standby rota to respond to incidents. Your core role is to manage our mains network and provide vital face to face technical support to our customers, ensuring they get wholesome water 24/7. This role is all about ensuring the integrity of our water supply system and being the main technical face for our customers. You'll manage critical network operations like mains shutdowns , supervise contractors , and use your expertise to resolve customer water supply issues directly. We invest in our people, providing the training and development you need to build skills for life and move forward in your career. Main Responsibilities: Your day to day work is focused on keeping the network running and keeping our customers happy: Plan and prioritise your allocated work to make sure customer appointments are met. Perform essential network operations, such as mains shutdowns, completing all necessary risk assessments and interruption reports. Conduct proactive maintenance flushing and perform water sampling in line with regulatory guidelines. Accurately collect and record asset data and details of completed work, using systems like Maximo and GIS. Supervise contractors working on the distribution network, which includes creating work order requests and conducting site safety audits. Be the primary point of contact to respond to customer requests regarding water supply and liaise with housing developers for new water supply connections. What you'll need: We're looking for focused individuals ready to make an impact: A full, clean manual driving licence. A good standard of secondary education, showing good numeracy and literacy skills. Strong Customer Service Skills. The ability to work effectively alone with minimal supervision, often outdoors in all weather conditions. Confident in using IT systems, data entry, and understanding of work management systems such as GIS. Experience in handling customer complaints or queries Interview Process We will be holding assessment/ interview days between the hours of 09:00hrs to 14:00hrs between 25th November to early December. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £29,337 - £37,533 depending on experience
Summary: Join our team as a Sales Ledger Clerk and play a key role in managing our non-water Sales Ledger. In this position, you'll be responsible for raising invoices and credit notes, assisting with monthly reconciliations, and maintaining accurate supplier records. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of our financial processes and providing excellent service by promptly addressing customer queries. Please note this is a 6 month fixed term contract. Main responsibilities: Building and maintaining strong relationships with areas such as Waterlink, Developer Services and the Laboratory to ensure that mutual goals are met. Work alongside the Cash Team and Credit Controller (Finance) regarding incoming and outgoing payments. Assisting the Financial Operations Manager with various tasks such as monthly reconciliations, reporting and outstanding tasks. Complete cash reports and make accurate decisions relating to appropriate accounting entire. Ensuring the money being paid is allocated to the correct accounts and invoices. Demonstrating passion by prioritising and being proactive throughout the working week, meet developer expectation on when they will receive their VAT invoices. Using reports to investigate outstanding invoices. Allocating invoices and cash receipts to the sales ledger accounts in a timely manor. Understanding deadlines to prioritise workloads and ensure maximum efficiency. Resolving in a timely professional manner any inconsistencies, queries with incorrectly raised invoices & requesting credits/refunds where necessary. Understanding the overall outcome and why prioritising and being organised with all work affects the entire department. Adapting positively to change in order to sustain excellence, may be required to take on extra last minute tasks in order to help the department when required. Keeping emails and outstanding invoices and credits to a minimum. Self-starter who is comfortable with working independently as well as possessing excellent communication skills and the ability to meet deadlines. Trusted to achieve a high standard of work and desired outcomes. Expected to quality check work. Maintaining accurate records of customer information. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience GCSE grade A to C (9 to 4) or equivalent (including Maths and English). Ability to work to deadlines. Diligent with good attention to detail. Good communication. Perseverance. Good time keeping. Team player. Numerical and administration skills. Experience of managing Customer relationships. Understand general software packages such as Microsoft Office. It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Chartered Institute of Credit Management or equivalent. Previous experience within a similar Finance role. Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: Starting from £24,810 p.a. (pro rata)
Nov 26, 2025
Full time
Summary: Join our team as a Sales Ledger Clerk and play a key role in managing our non-water Sales Ledger. In this position, you'll be responsible for raising invoices and credit notes, assisting with monthly reconciliations, and maintaining accurate supplier records. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of our financial processes and providing excellent service by promptly addressing customer queries. Please note this is a 6 month fixed term contract. Main responsibilities: Building and maintaining strong relationships with areas such as Waterlink, Developer Services and the Laboratory to ensure that mutual goals are met. Work alongside the Cash Team and Credit Controller (Finance) regarding incoming and outgoing payments. Assisting the Financial Operations Manager with various tasks such as monthly reconciliations, reporting and outstanding tasks. Complete cash reports and make accurate decisions relating to appropriate accounting entire. Ensuring the money being paid is allocated to the correct accounts and invoices. Demonstrating passion by prioritising and being proactive throughout the working week, meet developer expectation on when they will receive their VAT invoices. Using reports to investigate outstanding invoices. Allocating invoices and cash receipts to the sales ledger accounts in a timely manor. Understanding deadlines to prioritise workloads and ensure maximum efficiency. Resolving in a timely professional manner any inconsistencies, queries with incorrectly raised invoices & requesting credits/refunds where necessary. Understanding the overall outcome and why prioritising and being organised with all work affects the entire department. Adapting positively to change in order to sustain excellence, may be required to take on extra last minute tasks in order to help the department when required. Keeping emails and outstanding invoices and credits to a minimum. Self-starter who is comfortable with working independently as well as possessing excellent communication skills and the ability to meet deadlines. Trusted to achieve a high standard of work and desired outcomes. Expected to quality check work. Maintaining accurate records of customer information. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience GCSE grade A to C (9 to 4) or equivalent (including Maths and English). Ability to work to deadlines. Diligent with good attention to detail. Good communication. Perseverance. Good time keeping. Team player. Numerical and administration skills. Experience of managing Customer relationships. Understand general software packages such as Microsoft Office. It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Chartered Institute of Credit Management or equivalent. Previous experience within a similar Finance role. Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: Starting from £24,810 p.a. (pro rata)
Summary: Are you ready to dive into a role where you can genuinely support and shape the employee journey? Do you want to be the vital first point of contact, helping people navigate their careers and daily challenges? This is an exciting opportunity to join our Human Resources department and play a crucial role in coordinating the entire HR employee life cycle. Based in Snodland, you'll report directly to the HR Operations Manager, working alongside two other HR Assistants, Case Advisor and an HR Systems Administrator. There will be some flexibility to work from home, but initially you will work on-site to fully settle into the role. We're looking for someone who is self-motivated, committed, and highly organised, ready to provide essential first-line support and advice to both managers and employees. You'll quickly adapt to different tasks and systems, ensuring processes are smooth and efficient from a new starter's first day to helping an employee through various life stages. You will also support the HR department with minute-taking at disciplinary meetings and grievances, as well as Job Evaluation meetings and team briefings. As such, you must have professional conduct and be comfortable liaising with employees at all levels. A driving license is required to enable you to comfortably travel to sites in our other regions (Sussex and Hampshire / Berkshire) when required. It's crucial that you are working towards Level 3 CIPD and have demonstrable experience and interest in working within a HR department. This will allow you to transition into the role quickly and seamlessly support the business areas you are responsible for. If you're eager to build expertise, this role offers a supportive environment to pick up new processes, apply your administrative skills in a fast-paced setting, and learn the ins and outs of HR. We are dedicated to continuous improvement and providing proactive support to our teams. Main responsibilities: Co-ordinate the HR employee life cycle processes and be the first line of support and advice. Issue, chase, check, and process all relevant paperwork for starters and leavers, including invitations to interviews, offers, induction, and referencing. Triage and respond efficiently to all emails within the HR/Recruitment inbox and the AskHR system, forwarding complex queries to the relevant advisor. You will be comfortable being the first point of call for queries from managers and employees. Provide support to the HR department through essential tasks like minute taking, and coordinating one-off and regular events such as team meetings, Job Evaluation, and Staff Council. You will also attend disciplinaries and grievances when required. Manage the administration for Maternity, Paternity, Parental leave, and Flexible working, including attending meetings as needed. Maintain and update personal files and arrange archiving to ensure easy retrieval. Assist the Senior HR Advisor/HR BPs with the preparation of documents, for example, for disciplinary or investigation meetings, and take notes. Code invoices for payment and ensure timely return to the finance department. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Working towards or completed Level 3 CIPD A full, clean driving licence Administrative experience IT literate (good knowledge of Google Workspace) Able to multitask and prioritise tasks in a fast paced environment An eagerness to undertake research or training to enhance your knowledge of HR, particularly current and upcoming legislation We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: Up to £26,347
Nov 23, 2025
Full time
Summary: Are you ready to dive into a role where you can genuinely support and shape the employee journey? Do you want to be the vital first point of contact, helping people navigate their careers and daily challenges? This is an exciting opportunity to join our Human Resources department and play a crucial role in coordinating the entire HR employee life cycle. Based in Snodland, you'll report directly to the HR Operations Manager, working alongside two other HR Assistants, Case Advisor and an HR Systems Administrator. There will be some flexibility to work from home, but initially you will work on-site to fully settle into the role. We're looking for someone who is self-motivated, committed, and highly organised, ready to provide essential first-line support and advice to both managers and employees. You'll quickly adapt to different tasks and systems, ensuring processes are smooth and efficient from a new starter's first day to helping an employee through various life stages. You will also support the HR department with minute-taking at disciplinary meetings and grievances, as well as Job Evaluation meetings and team briefings. As such, you must have professional conduct and be comfortable liaising with employees at all levels. A driving license is required to enable you to comfortably travel to sites in our other regions (Sussex and Hampshire / Berkshire) when required. It's crucial that you are working towards Level 3 CIPD and have demonstrable experience and interest in working within a HR department. This will allow you to transition into the role quickly and seamlessly support the business areas you are responsible for. If you're eager to build expertise, this role offers a supportive environment to pick up new processes, apply your administrative skills in a fast-paced setting, and learn the ins and outs of HR. We are dedicated to continuous improvement and providing proactive support to our teams. Main responsibilities: Co-ordinate the HR employee life cycle processes and be the first line of support and advice. Issue, chase, check, and process all relevant paperwork for starters and leavers, including invitations to interviews, offers, induction, and referencing. Triage and respond efficiently to all emails within the HR/Recruitment inbox and the AskHR system, forwarding complex queries to the relevant advisor. You will be comfortable being the first point of call for queries from managers and employees. Provide support to the HR department through essential tasks like minute taking, and coordinating one-off and regular events such as team meetings, Job Evaluation, and Staff Council. You will also attend disciplinaries and grievances when required. Manage the administration for Maternity, Paternity, Parental leave, and Flexible working, including attending meetings as needed. Maintain and update personal files and arrange archiving to ensure easy retrieval. Assist the Senior HR Advisor/HR BPs with the preparation of documents, for example, for disciplinary or investigation meetings, and take notes. Code invoices for payment and ensure timely return to the finance department. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Working towards or completed Level 3 CIPD A full, clean driving licence Administrative experience IT literate (good knowledge of Google Workspace) Able to multitask and prioritise tasks in a fast paced environment An eagerness to undertake research or training to enhance your knowledge of HR, particularly current and upcoming legislation We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: Up to £26,347
Summary: Are you looking for an important role which ensures the drinking water we supply meets the highest quality? Do you enjoy taking a detail orientated and organised approach to your work? Do you have proven analytical and problem-solving skills? We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. You'll take up this new role, working closely with our Regulatory Reporting Manager on key programmes and work streams related to Water Quality performance monitoring and analysis, to ensure we meet our regulatory requirements and provide concise information to our regulator - the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI). As a Water Supplier, we perform a key role in society, providing wholesome water to customers and protecting public health. We complete regular water sampling, testing and report on our findings to show that we comply with the regulators guidelines and requirements and are taking action to fix problems when these arise. You'll have an understanding of water quality regulations and report writing experience. You enjoy solving problems, understanding patterns and trends in data and working to deadlines. You will assist the Regulatory Reporting Manager to conduct data analysis and produce technical reports that will be shared across the business and with external stakeholders. You'll get plenty of room to share your experience and ideas. This is an excellent opportunity to provide your knowledge and experience to contribute to the success of our water quality team. Main responsibilities: Producing key regulatory reports covering compliance failures and event reports. Legal instrument tracking and progress report writing. Analysis of large datasets to produce internal water quality reports for dissemination to other departments. Assistance with Water Safety Plan reporting. Production and review of Water Quality procedures and policies. Assistance in producing the Company's monthly data return to be submitted to the DWI. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Qualified to degree level or equivalent. Existing knowledge of the water quality regulations. Experience of writing technical reports and data analysis. Self-motivated with good communication skills Excellent knowledge of Google Workspace packages. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £32000 - £36,500 depending on experience
Nov 22, 2025
Full time
Summary: Are you looking for an important role which ensures the drinking water we supply meets the highest quality? Do you enjoy taking a detail orientated and organised approach to your work? Do you have proven analytical and problem-solving skills? We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. You'll take up this new role, working closely with our Regulatory Reporting Manager on key programmes and work streams related to Water Quality performance monitoring and analysis, to ensure we meet our regulatory requirements and provide concise information to our regulator - the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI). As a Water Supplier, we perform a key role in society, providing wholesome water to customers and protecting public health. We complete regular water sampling, testing and report on our findings to show that we comply with the regulators guidelines and requirements and are taking action to fix problems when these arise. You'll have an understanding of water quality regulations and report writing experience. You enjoy solving problems, understanding patterns and trends in data and working to deadlines. You will assist the Regulatory Reporting Manager to conduct data analysis and produce technical reports that will be shared across the business and with external stakeholders. You'll get plenty of room to share your experience and ideas. This is an excellent opportunity to provide your knowledge and experience to contribute to the success of our water quality team. Main responsibilities: Producing key regulatory reports covering compliance failures and event reports. Legal instrument tracking and progress report writing. Analysis of large datasets to produce internal water quality reports for dissemination to other departments. Assistance with Water Safety Plan reporting. Production and review of Water Quality procedures and policies. Assistance in producing the Company's monthly data return to be submitted to the DWI. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Qualified to degree level or equivalent. Existing knowledge of the water quality regulations. Experience of writing technical reports and data analysis. Self-motivated with good communication skills Excellent knowledge of Google Workspace packages. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £32000 - £36,500 depending on experience
Summary: Do you enjoy solving problems? Are you a great team player? Do you always see the job through? If so, this could be the opportunity for you We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. As a Leakage Technician, you'll use your initiative and problem solving abilities to help reduce water leakage across our water supply network. Each year, we strive to achieve the leakage targets set for us by our regulator (OFWAT). You'll use new technologies and innovative methods so that we can deliver better results. You'll perform a full range of leakage detection activities such as working form DMA plans and data, noise logging and step testing. It's your knowledge and ability to assess and diagnose problems that will enable you to find the best solutions to problems. In this role, you'll also support when interruptions or incidents affect our customer water supply. You will have the full support of your team and manager, but a good knowledge of leakage network distribution water operations would be preferable. You'll work 37 hours a week on a shift rota between Monday and Saturday and will have access to your rotas and schedule in advance to plan ahead. You'll grow a career with a meaningful purpose. Be you, belong and be valued. Come to work to be safe, valued, and trusted. We'll encourage you to create and pursue new opportunities for personal growth. A place to be the real you, build deeper connections and enjoy a sense of belonging. Be invested in helping us to create a sustainable water supply for now, and in the future. What will you mainly be accountable for? You'll investigate and locate hidden leaks. You'll assist customers in resolving supply pipe leaks and other plumbing issues. You'll maintain knowledge of leakage network distribution water operations, pressure reducing valves, valve operations, flushing, mains tracing You'll liaise with SEW distribution staff and their contractors on leak repairs. You'll liaise with SEW customer contact centre staff, Production Staff and other SEW staff on leakage team activities. You'll liaise with and assist SEW customers as required. You'll update the asset data base where errors found in the field. You'll maintain knowledge and experience of leakage detection activities and competent in the use of leakage detection equipment. You'll meet administrative requirements of the role (e.g. inputting work onto Nomad, GIS and other corporate systems). What do you bring to the role? You have experience of leakage detection techniques, including correlators, ground microphones, pipe tracing and enigma loggers. You'll have knowledge of leakage network distribution water operations, pressure reducing valves, valve operations, flushing, mains tracing. You preferably know how to carry out Step Tests if needed. You're a street works qualification holder. You're trained in national water hygiene (blue card). You have good communication and customer service skills. What can you expect from us? A clear 5 stage career progression scheme to show our commitment to your personal development. Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution 25 days holiday entitlement, up to a maximum of 30 days rising with length of service. Cycle to work scheme Health cash plan Life assurance Wellbeing related benefits Everyone needs water, South East Water welcomes everyone We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. What to expect from your recruitment To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our careers website. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If you require assistance / adjustments to engage with our recruitment process and to ensure you're able to compete on equal terms, please contact the recruitment team via (url removed) If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £28,344 - £37,533
Nov 21, 2025
Full time
Summary: Do you enjoy solving problems? Are you a great team player? Do you always see the job through? If so, this could be the opportunity for you We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. As a Leakage Technician, you'll use your initiative and problem solving abilities to help reduce water leakage across our water supply network. Each year, we strive to achieve the leakage targets set for us by our regulator (OFWAT). You'll use new technologies and innovative methods so that we can deliver better results. You'll perform a full range of leakage detection activities such as working form DMA plans and data, noise logging and step testing. It's your knowledge and ability to assess and diagnose problems that will enable you to find the best solutions to problems. In this role, you'll also support when interruptions or incidents affect our customer water supply. You will have the full support of your team and manager, but a good knowledge of leakage network distribution water operations would be preferable. You'll work 37 hours a week on a shift rota between Monday and Saturday and will have access to your rotas and schedule in advance to plan ahead. You'll grow a career with a meaningful purpose. Be you, belong and be valued. Come to work to be safe, valued, and trusted. We'll encourage you to create and pursue new opportunities for personal growth. A place to be the real you, build deeper connections and enjoy a sense of belonging. Be invested in helping us to create a sustainable water supply for now, and in the future. What will you mainly be accountable for? You'll investigate and locate hidden leaks. You'll assist customers in resolving supply pipe leaks and other plumbing issues. You'll maintain knowledge of leakage network distribution water operations, pressure reducing valves, valve operations, flushing, mains tracing You'll liaise with SEW distribution staff and their contractors on leak repairs. You'll liaise with SEW customer contact centre staff, Production Staff and other SEW staff on leakage team activities. You'll liaise with and assist SEW customers as required. You'll update the asset data base where errors found in the field. You'll maintain knowledge and experience of leakage detection activities and competent in the use of leakage detection equipment. You'll meet administrative requirements of the role (e.g. inputting work onto Nomad, GIS and other corporate systems). What do you bring to the role? You have experience of leakage detection techniques, including correlators, ground microphones, pipe tracing and enigma loggers. You'll have knowledge of leakage network distribution water operations, pressure reducing valves, valve operations, flushing, mains tracing. You preferably know how to carry out Step Tests if needed. You're a street works qualification holder. You're trained in national water hygiene (blue card). You have good communication and customer service skills. What can you expect from us? A clear 5 stage career progression scheme to show our commitment to your personal development. Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution 25 days holiday entitlement, up to a maximum of 30 days rising with length of service. Cycle to work scheme Health cash plan Life assurance Wellbeing related benefits Everyone needs water, South East Water welcomes everyone We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. What to expect from your recruitment To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our careers website. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If you require assistance / adjustments to engage with our recruitment process and to ensure you're able to compete on equal terms, please contact the recruitment team via (url removed) If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £28,344 - £37,533
Summary: If you're excellent at working in a team and like to solve problems, this could be the perfect opportunity for you As a Leakage Data PRV technician, your main responsibility will be to maintain and repair our leakage data equipment and systems. We use advanced technology to locate and fix leaks to protect our water supply. We are already one of the top water companies in terms of leakage performance, but we constantly strive to improve. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing equipment such as pressure reducing valves, data loggers, and water flow meters. You will also collaborate with colleagues on data logging and leakage projects. It is important that you have a strong customer focus, take pride in your work, and aim for the best outcomes. Ideally, you will have experience in leakage detection, water distribution networks, or water production. A company van will be provided for travel, and all you need is a clean driver's license. You will work 37 hours per week on a shift rota between 7am and 7pm from Monday to Saturday, and there may be occasions when you are required to assist customers outside of regular hours. You may also be put on a standby rota, with hours agreed locally. Main Responsibilities: Maintain and repair all leakage data equipment. Maintain PRVs (and similar apparatus) identified by our maintenance program. Troubleshoot data issues which could lead to zonal integrity and suspect flows. You'll work with other department to carry out DMA integrity checks when necessary. Perform site surveys, repair, or replace defective data devices and PRV equipment and carryout installation and downloading of loggers as required. Change or repair district meters and mechanisms on site in line with valve operating procures and Health and Safety requirements. Assist with data logging of projects including Top 100, E-metering, Control areas, MoD sites, pressure logging and customer meters. Liaise with SEW customer contact centre staff, Production Staff, Engineering Staff, and other SEW staff on data / PRV related work and other leakage team activities. Engage with and assist SEW customers as required. You may be required to work out of hours, to undertake night work and be available on call as required. You'll perform all administrative requirements of the role (e.g., inputting work onto Nomad, GIS and other corporate systems). What you'll need: Skills / Experience / Qualifications You'll have knowledge and experience of leakage detection activities and competent in the use of leakage detecting equipment. You'll have knowledge and experience of pressure reducing values, value operations. You'll preferably have experience repairing Data equipment and PRV's (training can be provided). You have a full clean driver's licence. Excellent IT skills. You're able to work in confined spaces and carry out manual handling. You'll know how to manage Health and Safety for teams and contractors. You have good communication and customer service skills. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £28,344 - £37,533 depending on experience + company van and standby
Nov 21, 2025
Full time
Summary: If you're excellent at working in a team and like to solve problems, this could be the perfect opportunity for you As a Leakage Data PRV technician, your main responsibility will be to maintain and repair our leakage data equipment and systems. We use advanced technology to locate and fix leaks to protect our water supply. We are already one of the top water companies in terms of leakage performance, but we constantly strive to improve. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing equipment such as pressure reducing valves, data loggers, and water flow meters. You will also collaborate with colleagues on data logging and leakage projects. It is important that you have a strong customer focus, take pride in your work, and aim for the best outcomes. Ideally, you will have experience in leakage detection, water distribution networks, or water production. A company van will be provided for travel, and all you need is a clean driver's license. You will work 37 hours per week on a shift rota between 7am and 7pm from Monday to Saturday, and there may be occasions when you are required to assist customers outside of regular hours. You may also be put on a standby rota, with hours agreed locally. Main Responsibilities: Maintain and repair all leakage data equipment. Maintain PRVs (and similar apparatus) identified by our maintenance program. Troubleshoot data issues which could lead to zonal integrity and suspect flows. You'll work with other department to carry out DMA integrity checks when necessary. Perform site surveys, repair, or replace defective data devices and PRV equipment and carryout installation and downloading of loggers as required. Change or repair district meters and mechanisms on site in line with valve operating procures and Health and Safety requirements. Assist with data logging of projects including Top 100, E-metering, Control areas, MoD sites, pressure logging and customer meters. Liaise with SEW customer contact centre staff, Production Staff, Engineering Staff, and other SEW staff on data / PRV related work and other leakage team activities. Engage with and assist SEW customers as required. You may be required to work out of hours, to undertake night work and be available on call as required. You'll perform all administrative requirements of the role (e.g., inputting work onto Nomad, GIS and other corporate systems). What you'll need: Skills / Experience / Qualifications You'll have knowledge and experience of leakage detection activities and competent in the use of leakage detecting equipment. You'll have knowledge and experience of pressure reducing values, value operations. You'll preferably have experience repairing Data equipment and PRV's (training can be provided). You have a full clean driver's licence. Excellent IT skills. You're able to work in confined spaces and carry out manual handling. You'll know how to manage Health and Safety for teams and contractors. You have good communication and customer service skills. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £28,344 - £37,533 depending on experience + company van and standby
Summary: Are you organised and passionate about ensuring essential services run smoothly? Do you want to use your scheduling skills to guarantee the continuous supply of clean water to thousands of homes? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity for you! We're looking for a highly capable and experienced Production Work Scheduler to be the driving force behind our operational and maintenance activities across vital water production sites, including treatment works and pumping stations. You will be instrumental in maximising the reliability and uptime of critical mechanical and electrical plant equipment. As our Scheduler, you'll be a crucial link between our operations and field teams. You will control, schedule, and monitor all proactive and reactive maintenance work. This involves developing and managing both long-term and short-term Planned, Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules, while actively tracking and ensuring the quick resolution of urgent, reactive work. Your ability to adjust the schedule in real-time to incorporate emergent, high-priority work and communicate any potential delays or risks will be key to keeping production flowing safely and compliantly. This role offers a genuine opportunity to apply your expertise and make a tangible impact on a fundamental public service, where quality of life and purpose are valued. You will be using specialised corporate systems, such as Maximo, to create work orders, manage asset history, and generate reports to continuously improve our entire work planning process. If you're ready to take on a challenging and vital role in a complex, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. Working hours are Monday to Thursday 7:30 - 15:30, with a half hour early finish on a Friday. You will be based in our Kent office, with the potential for 1 day working from home. During the summer months or in the event of an incident, you may be required to work from the office 5 days a week. Main Responsibilities: Work Order Scheduling: Schedule preventative maintenance work orders at production sites following South East Water's (SEW) Work Management process. Schedule corrective proactive and corrective reactive maintenance work orders at production sites according to the SEW Work Management process. Operational Support: Provide dedicated work scheduling support for day-to-day operational activities to both Production Managers and Production Technicians. Process Compliance & Improvement: Review the Work Management process to ensure all agreed procedures and processes are being adhered to by the relevant teams. Contribute to the development and refinement of the existing Work Management process and the evolution of the Asset Management System. Cross-Departmental Coordination: Coordinate, control, and monitor maintenance work arising from other business departments through ad hoc requests. Ensure all cross-departmental ad hoc work requests align and comply with SEW's Work Management process. What you'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience A good standard of verbal and written communication. A full, clean driving licence. Proven experience with, or the ability to quickly master, corporate Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) systems such as Maximo. Excellent capacity for planning, prioritising and scheduling. Strong interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate and communicate detailed work plans, requirements, and status updates with various teams, including operations, engineering, and field technicians. The ability to work independently, manage your own workload effectively, and demonstrate dedication to meeting critical deadlines. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £28,000
Nov 21, 2025
Full time
Summary: Are you organised and passionate about ensuring essential services run smoothly? Do you want to use your scheduling skills to guarantee the continuous supply of clean water to thousands of homes? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity for you! We're looking for a highly capable and experienced Production Work Scheduler to be the driving force behind our operational and maintenance activities across vital water production sites, including treatment works and pumping stations. You will be instrumental in maximising the reliability and uptime of critical mechanical and electrical plant equipment. As our Scheduler, you'll be a crucial link between our operations and field teams. You will control, schedule, and monitor all proactive and reactive maintenance work. This involves developing and managing both long-term and short-term Planned, Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules, while actively tracking and ensuring the quick resolution of urgent, reactive work. Your ability to adjust the schedule in real-time to incorporate emergent, high-priority work and communicate any potential delays or risks will be key to keeping production flowing safely and compliantly. This role offers a genuine opportunity to apply your expertise and make a tangible impact on a fundamental public service, where quality of life and purpose are valued. You will be using specialised corporate systems, such as Maximo, to create work orders, manage asset history, and generate reports to continuously improve our entire work planning process. If you're ready to take on a challenging and vital role in a complex, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. Working hours are Monday to Thursday 7:30 - 15:30, with a half hour early finish on a Friday. You will be based in our Kent office, with the potential for 1 day working from home. During the summer months or in the event of an incident, you may be required to work from the office 5 days a week. Main Responsibilities: Work Order Scheduling: Schedule preventative maintenance work orders at production sites following South East Water's (SEW) Work Management process. Schedule corrective proactive and corrective reactive maintenance work orders at production sites according to the SEW Work Management process. Operational Support: Provide dedicated work scheduling support for day-to-day operational activities to both Production Managers and Production Technicians. Process Compliance & Improvement: Review the Work Management process to ensure all agreed procedures and processes are being adhered to by the relevant teams. Contribute to the development and refinement of the existing Work Management process and the evolution of the Asset Management System. Cross-Departmental Coordination: Coordinate, control, and monitor maintenance work arising from other business departments through ad hoc requests. Ensure all cross-departmental ad hoc work requests align and comply with SEW's Work Management process. What you'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience A good standard of verbal and written communication. A full, clean driving licence. Proven experience with, or the ability to quickly master, corporate Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) systems such as Maximo. Excellent capacity for planning, prioritising and scheduling. Strong interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate and communicate detailed work plans, requirements, and status updates with various teams, including operations, engineering, and field technicians. The ability to work independently, manage your own workload effectively, and demonstrate dedication to meeting critical deadlines. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £28,000
Summary: Join our team as a Catchment Advisor to lead the development and implementation of critical catchment management activities in priority drinking water areas. This multi-faceted role involves close collaboration with statutory and non-statutory stakeholders, including charities, NGOs, landowners, businesses and the Environment Agency (EA). You'll be instrumental in ensuring regulatory compliance with the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) and supporting Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) obligations. A key focus will be on stakeholder engagement, education and compliance assurance to protect water resources and address water quality issues. You'll contribute significantly to developing catchment management plans, understanding pollution risks and applying mitigations to ensure long-term safeguarding of drinking water provision and quality for the future. This position also plays a vital role in achieving our climate resilience goals, delivering strong customer value through sustainable water management. Main responsibilities: Deliver catchment investigation activities and/or catchment no deterioration schemes associated with South East Water's obligations under the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP). Plan suitable monitoring strategies and assess monitoring data from Catchment Scientists to determine sources of pollution, using this information to inform and guide necessary catchment management interventions or remedial works. Conducting land use surveys to determine potential pollution sources and use this information to educate and change behaviours and activities in external stakeholders' operations. Working with agricultural land managers to understand pollution risks to drinking water from agrochemicals, and to minimise risks through education and the application of mitigations. For investigations, undertake hydrological and hydrogeological characterisations reports and produce source-pathway-receptor models. Ensuring that findings and outcomes are used across the business to improve operations. Work closely with the Catchment Team to record project performance and land owner engagement statistics. Work with colleagues and other internal teams to ensure that planned actions are guided and driven by our environmental plans. Advocate and promote the environmental work of South East Water through engagement with stakeholders on an everyday basis as well as the design and delivery of special workshops and events. Working with our various regulators to produce technical written reports of a high standard to meet tight regulatory deadlines and highlight the positive works of South East Water. Support the business with reactive, emergency environmental advice to minimise environmental impact of work and to reduce the likelihood of environmental prosecutions. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Educated to degree level in an environmental / related discipline. The ability to understand the diverse world of catchment management. Demonstrable experience delivering catchment management or environmental protection services, ideally working within or along side the water industry. A thorough understanding of the diverse world of catchment management. Excellent Stakeholder management skills - with the gravitas and communication skills needed to explain and gain-buy in to complex environmental processes / solutions Experience of working within / alongside regulatory bodies. Excellent report writing skills and ability to communicate technical scientific information. A thorough understanding of how pollution sources can impact drinking water and how to identify possible mitigations to protect water quality. Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £40000
Nov 21, 2025
Full time
Summary: Join our team as a Catchment Advisor to lead the development and implementation of critical catchment management activities in priority drinking water areas. This multi-faceted role involves close collaboration with statutory and non-statutory stakeholders, including charities, NGOs, landowners, businesses and the Environment Agency (EA). You'll be instrumental in ensuring regulatory compliance with the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) and supporting Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) obligations. A key focus will be on stakeholder engagement, education and compliance assurance to protect water resources and address water quality issues. You'll contribute significantly to developing catchment management plans, understanding pollution risks and applying mitigations to ensure long-term safeguarding of drinking water provision and quality for the future. This position also plays a vital role in achieving our climate resilience goals, delivering strong customer value through sustainable water management. Main responsibilities: Deliver catchment investigation activities and/or catchment no deterioration schemes associated with South East Water's obligations under the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP). Plan suitable monitoring strategies and assess monitoring data from Catchment Scientists to determine sources of pollution, using this information to inform and guide necessary catchment management interventions or remedial works. Conducting land use surveys to determine potential pollution sources and use this information to educate and change behaviours and activities in external stakeholders' operations. Working with agricultural land managers to understand pollution risks to drinking water from agrochemicals, and to minimise risks through education and the application of mitigations. For investigations, undertake hydrological and hydrogeological characterisations reports and produce source-pathway-receptor models. Ensuring that findings and outcomes are used across the business to improve operations. Work closely with the Catchment Team to record project performance and land owner engagement statistics. Work with colleagues and other internal teams to ensure that planned actions are guided and driven by our environmental plans. Advocate and promote the environmental work of South East Water through engagement with stakeholders on an everyday basis as well as the design and delivery of special workshops and events. Working with our various regulators to produce technical written reports of a high standard to meet tight regulatory deadlines and highlight the positive works of South East Water. Support the business with reactive, emergency environmental advice to minimise environmental impact of work and to reduce the likelihood of environmental prosecutions. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Educated to degree level in an environmental / related discipline. The ability to understand the diverse world of catchment management. Demonstrable experience delivering catchment management or environmental protection services, ideally working within or along side the water industry. A thorough understanding of the diverse world of catchment management. Excellent Stakeholder management skills - with the gravitas and communication skills needed to explain and gain-buy in to complex environmental processes / solutions Experience of working within / alongside regulatory bodies. Excellent report writing skills and ability to communicate technical scientific information. A thorough understanding of how pollution sources can impact drinking water and how to identify possible mitigations to protect water quality. Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £40000
Summary: Do you want to make a real impact on environmental performance in one of the UK's essential sectors? At South East Water, we're looking for an enthusiastic and driven Environmental Performance Graduate to join our team and play a key role in delivering our ambitious environmental strategy. This is an exciting opportunity for someone ready to hone their technical skills and share their passion, working on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter to our customers. Main responsibilities: Contribute to all Environmental aspects of projects in line with our company strategy and company guidance. Work closely with Engineering and Operational teams to ensure timely delivery of survey work and documentation. Offer support and advice on project environmental matters. Liaise with various internal and external stakeholders. Undertake and /or coordinate site visits and conduct Environmental Surveys. Produce and /or coordinate environmental reports. Provide technical excellence on Environmental work streams. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience A degree in Environmental/science or equivalent training and experience in the relevant area. Good people skills, team oriented with the ability to work closely with peers, with the ability to influence outcomes and staff who are not necessarily part of the direct function. Good organisational skills and ability to follow procedures to ensure quality is maintained. Excellent technical report writing and editorial skills, and good oral communication. Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £27,002
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Summary: Do you want to make a real impact on environmental performance in one of the UK's essential sectors? At South East Water, we're looking for an enthusiastic and driven Environmental Performance Graduate to join our team and play a key role in delivering our ambitious environmental strategy. This is an exciting opportunity for someone ready to hone their technical skills and share their passion, working on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter to our customers. Main responsibilities: Contribute to all Environmental aspects of projects in line with our company strategy and company guidance. Work closely with Engineering and Operational teams to ensure timely delivery of survey work and documentation. Offer support and advice on project environmental matters. Liaise with various internal and external stakeholders. Undertake and /or coordinate site visits and conduct Environmental Surveys. Produce and /or coordinate environmental reports. Provide technical excellence on Environmental work streams. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience A degree in Environmental/science or equivalent training and experience in the relevant area. Good people skills, team oriented with the ability to work closely with peers, with the ability to influence outcomes and staff who are not necessarily part of the direct function. Good organisational skills and ability to follow procedures to ensure quality is maintained. Excellent technical report writing and editorial skills, and good oral communication. Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £27,002
Summary: Are you a Hydrogeologist looking to apply your expertise to vital, large-scale projects and make a tangible impact on water security in the South East? Do you want to work for a company that values your technical skills, offers a great work-life balance, and invests in your ongoing professional development? We're looking for an experienced Hydrogeologist to join our Engineering team. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity where you'll be involved in the full lifecycle of our capital engineering projects-from initial feasibility and scoping right through to detailed design, construction, and commissioning. You'll be a key technical contributor, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team on challenging projects that ensure the resilience of our water supply. If you're ready to share your knowledge, take ownership of complex technical deliverables, and drive the hydrogeological output for essential infrastructure, this role offers the perfect blend of impact, challenge, and purpose. Main responsibilities: Development of technical solutions and coordinating work with multi-disciplinary teams. Production of technical reports and the ability to work independently and as a team member to carry out checking, reviews and approval of complex technical reports and analyses. Analysis of options and selection of technical solutions as appropriate. Feel empowered to act on the best available data within the guidelines of SEW and Regulatory frameworks. Ensuring contractors work complies with both SEW, Regulatory and Industry best practice. Assistance in preparation of scoping documents, project reports and close out documents in concert with contractors and other SEW teams. Review and authorize technical works for final sign off by Lead Hydrogeologist. Support direct reports when working independentlyeither on projects or in the field. Maintain BH condition database and use best judgement when assessing criteria. On-site inspection of works and surveys in accordance with industry best practice and regulatory guidance. Challenge preconceptions and approach problems with new perspectives. Participation in multi disciplinary meetings to ensure the smooth tranisition of iformation. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience MSc in Hydrogeology. Chartered Geologist or working towards. Good technical report writing and good oral communication. Knowledge of different aquifers and their characteristics. A developing understanding of the multi disciplinary approach to operating as a Hydrogeologist in todays academic & industrial setting (catchment issues, regulatory issues, land contamination, engineering). You will ideally have gained experience in the water industry or within the broader utilities and/or subsurface industry. Understanding of EA Regulations, DWI Standards. Good technical delivery on projects. It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Demonstrable experience in water utilities or subsurface industry with exposure to Hydrogeology. Experience of BH drilling and subsurface support activities (BH cleaning, Geophysical Logging). Willingness to learn, willingness to teach. Adaptable and able to respond to challenging situations. Demonstrate initiative and an ability to work independently. Knowledge of using Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides etc). Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: Up to £45,000 dependent on experience.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Summary: Are you a Hydrogeologist looking to apply your expertise to vital, large-scale projects and make a tangible impact on water security in the South East? Do you want to work for a company that values your technical skills, offers a great work-life balance, and invests in your ongoing professional development? We're looking for an experienced Hydrogeologist to join our Engineering team. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity where you'll be involved in the full lifecycle of our capital engineering projects-from initial feasibility and scoping right through to detailed design, construction, and commissioning. You'll be a key technical contributor, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team on challenging projects that ensure the resilience of our water supply. If you're ready to share your knowledge, take ownership of complex technical deliverables, and drive the hydrogeological output for essential infrastructure, this role offers the perfect blend of impact, challenge, and purpose. Main responsibilities: Development of technical solutions and coordinating work with multi-disciplinary teams. Production of technical reports and the ability to work independently and as a team member to carry out checking, reviews and approval of complex technical reports and analyses. Analysis of options and selection of technical solutions as appropriate. Feel empowered to act on the best available data within the guidelines of SEW and Regulatory frameworks. Ensuring contractors work complies with both SEW, Regulatory and Industry best practice. Assistance in preparation of scoping documents, project reports and close out documents in concert with contractors and other SEW teams. Review and authorize technical works for final sign off by Lead Hydrogeologist. Support direct reports when working independentlyeither on projects or in the field. Maintain BH condition database and use best judgement when assessing criteria. On-site inspection of works and surveys in accordance with industry best practice and regulatory guidance. Challenge preconceptions and approach problems with new perspectives. Participation in multi disciplinary meetings to ensure the smooth tranisition of iformation. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience MSc in Hydrogeology. Chartered Geologist or working towards. Good technical report writing and good oral communication. Knowledge of different aquifers and their characteristics. A developing understanding of the multi disciplinary approach to operating as a Hydrogeologist in todays academic & industrial setting (catchment issues, regulatory issues, land contamination, engineering). You will ideally have gained experience in the water industry or within the broader utilities and/or subsurface industry. Understanding of EA Regulations, DWI Standards. Good technical delivery on projects. It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Demonstrable experience in water utilities or subsurface industry with exposure to Hydrogeology. Experience of BH drilling and subsurface support activities (BH cleaning, Geophysical Logging). Willingness to learn, willingness to teach. Adaptable and able to respond to challenging situations. Demonstrate initiative and an ability to work independently. Knowledge of using Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides etc). Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: Up to £45,000 dependent on experience.
Summary: Join our team as a Catchment Advisor to lead the development and implementation of critical catchment management activities in priority drinking water areas. This multi-faceted role involves close collaboration with statutory and non-statutory stakeholders, including charities, NGOs, landowners, businesses, and the Environment Agency (EA). You'll be instrumental in ensuring regulatory compliance with the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) and supporting Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) obligations. A key focus will be on stakeholder engagement, education, and compliance assurance to protect water resources and address water quality issues. This position plays a vital role in achieving our carbon footprint reduction goals and delivering strong customer value through sustainable water management. You'll also contribute significantly to climate change resilience activities, developing long-term solutions to safeguard drinking water provision and quality for the future. Main responsibilities: Deliver catchment investigation activities and/or catchment no deterioration schemes associated with South East Water's obligations under the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP). Plan suitable monitoring strategies and assess monitoring data from Catchment Scientists to determine sources of pollution, using this information to inform and guide necessary catchment interventions or remedial works. Conducting land usage surveys to determine potential pollution hot spots and use this information to educate and change behaviours and activities in external stakeholders' operations. For investigations, undertake hydrological and hydrogeological characterisations reports and produce source-pathway-receptor models. Ensuring that findings and outcomes are used across the business to improve operations. Work closely with the Catchment team to record project performance and land owner engagement statistics. Work with these Stakeholders and other internal teams to ensure that planned actions are guided and driven by our environmental plans. Advocate and promote the environmental work of South East Water through engagement with stakeholders on an everyday basis as well as the design and delivery of special workshops and events. Working with our various regulators and guardians to produce technical written reports of a high standard to meet tight regulatory deadlines and highlight the positive works of South East Water. Support the business with reactive, emergency environmental advice to minimise environmental impact of work and to reduce the likelihood of environmental prosecutions. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Educated to degree level in an environmental / related discipline. The ability to understand the diverse world of catchment management. Excellent Stakeholder management skills - with the gravitas and communication skills needed to explain and gain buy in to complex environmental processes / solutions. Demonstrable experience of working within or alongside the water industry to provide catchment management or environmental protection services. Experience of working with diverse stakeholder groups in an environmental setting. Experience of working within / alongside regulatory bodies. Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £40,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Summary: Join our team as a Catchment Advisor to lead the development and implementation of critical catchment management activities in priority drinking water areas. This multi-faceted role involves close collaboration with statutory and non-statutory stakeholders, including charities, NGOs, landowners, businesses, and the Environment Agency (EA). You'll be instrumental in ensuring regulatory compliance with the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) and supporting Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) obligations. A key focus will be on stakeholder engagement, education, and compliance assurance to protect water resources and address water quality issues. This position plays a vital role in achieving our carbon footprint reduction goals and delivering strong customer value through sustainable water management. You'll also contribute significantly to climate change resilience activities, developing long-term solutions to safeguard drinking water provision and quality for the future. Main responsibilities: Deliver catchment investigation activities and/or catchment no deterioration schemes associated with South East Water's obligations under the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP). Plan suitable monitoring strategies and assess monitoring data from Catchment Scientists to determine sources of pollution, using this information to inform and guide necessary catchment interventions or remedial works. Conducting land usage surveys to determine potential pollution hot spots and use this information to educate and change behaviours and activities in external stakeholders' operations. For investigations, undertake hydrological and hydrogeological characterisations reports and produce source-pathway-receptor models. Ensuring that findings and outcomes are used across the business to improve operations. Work closely with the Catchment team to record project performance and land owner engagement statistics. Work with these Stakeholders and other internal teams to ensure that planned actions are guided and driven by our environmental plans. Advocate and promote the environmental work of South East Water through engagement with stakeholders on an everyday basis as well as the design and delivery of special workshops and events. Working with our various regulators and guardians to produce technical written reports of a high standard to meet tight regulatory deadlines and highlight the positive works of South East Water. Support the business with reactive, emergency environmental advice to minimise environmental impact of work and to reduce the likelihood of environmental prosecutions. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Educated to degree level in an environmental / related discipline. The ability to understand the diverse world of catchment management. Excellent Stakeholder management skills - with the gravitas and communication skills needed to explain and gain buy in to complex environmental processes / solutions. Demonstrable experience of working within or alongside the water industry to provide catchment management or environmental protection services. Experience of working with diverse stakeholder groups in an environmental setting. Experience of working within / alongside regulatory bodies. Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £40,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)
Do you have knowledge of water process science? If the answer is yes, this is a chance to take the next step in your career We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. You'll be joining as a Process Scientist within our Water Quality department that ensure the safe and efficient operation of our water treatment works. It's your process science knowledge and ability to find the right solutions that will enable you to engage with colleagues around the business on water treatment issues. You'll want to use your water treatment knowledge to contribute to the implementation of operating methods, monitoring of activities and the optimisation of water quality and performance throughout our production and distribution network. It's your logical, methodical approach that help you to investigate water quality issues and give sound advice on the best course of corrective actions. You're self-motivated, well organised with the ability to influence decisions. Ideally, you'll have a detailed knowledge of water treatment process. We're a friendly, open and collaborative team that will give you lots of encouragement to share your ideas. This is an excellent opportunity to make a difference to the success of our Process Science team. What do you get from working at South East Water? You'll grow a career with a meaningful purpose. Be you, belong and be valued. Come to work to be safe, valued, and trusted. We will encourage you to create and pursue new opportunities for personal growth. A place to be the real you, build deeper connections and enjoy a sense of belonging. Be invested in helping us to create a sustainable water supply for now, and in the future. What will you mainly be responsible for delivering? Optimise the performance and maximise the efficiency of water treatment processes. Investigate the cause of compliance/operational water quality breaches. Provide a comprehensive report detailing the findings and conclusions of the investigation. Undertake water treatment works site process audits in a timely manner. Prepare technical reports with conclusions & recommendations as required. Provision of technical support and advice to the business. To provide standby Water Quality cover out of hours for the business. What do you bring to the role? Ideally you will already have Process Scientist experience. Or you will be in another scientific role within the water industry. You're qualified with a science degree, although consideration will be given to capable individuals with a process water treatment background. You're self-motivated, committed and organised with a knowledge of water treatment processes. The role requires a full driving license. What can you expect from us? The desk-based part of the role can be carried out our Water Quality offices at Farnborough (Hampshire), Pembury (Kent) or at home. The successful applicant will be given a Company van as part of the role for site visits. IT and office equipment. A competitive salary. Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme. Everyone needs water, South East Water welcomes _ everyone. _ We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. What to expect from your recruitment. To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's Unfortunately, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If you require assistance / adjustments to engage with our recruitment process and to ensure you're able to compete on equal terms, please contact the recruitment team via If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! _South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency._ Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £31,733.00-£41,930.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Cycle to work scheme Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Work Location: In person
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Do you have knowledge of water process science? If the answer is yes, this is a chance to take the next step in your career We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. You'll be joining as a Process Scientist within our Water Quality department that ensure the safe and efficient operation of our water treatment works. It's your process science knowledge and ability to find the right solutions that will enable you to engage with colleagues around the business on water treatment issues. You'll want to use your water treatment knowledge to contribute to the implementation of operating methods, monitoring of activities and the optimisation of water quality and performance throughout our production and distribution network. It's your logical, methodical approach that help you to investigate water quality issues and give sound advice on the best course of corrective actions. You're self-motivated, well organised with the ability to influence decisions. Ideally, you'll have a detailed knowledge of water treatment process. We're a friendly, open and collaborative team that will give you lots of encouragement to share your ideas. This is an excellent opportunity to make a difference to the success of our Process Science team. What do you get from working at South East Water? You'll grow a career with a meaningful purpose. Be you, belong and be valued. Come to work to be safe, valued, and trusted. We will encourage you to create and pursue new opportunities for personal growth. A place to be the real you, build deeper connections and enjoy a sense of belonging. Be invested in helping us to create a sustainable water supply for now, and in the future. What will you mainly be responsible for delivering? Optimise the performance and maximise the efficiency of water treatment processes. Investigate the cause of compliance/operational water quality breaches. Provide a comprehensive report detailing the findings and conclusions of the investigation. Undertake water treatment works site process audits in a timely manner. Prepare technical reports with conclusions & recommendations as required. Provision of technical support and advice to the business. To provide standby Water Quality cover out of hours for the business. What do you bring to the role? Ideally you will already have Process Scientist experience. Or you will be in another scientific role within the water industry. You're qualified with a science degree, although consideration will be given to capable individuals with a process water treatment background. You're self-motivated, committed and organised with a knowledge of water treatment processes. The role requires a full driving license. What can you expect from us? The desk-based part of the role can be carried out our Water Quality offices at Farnborough (Hampshire), Pembury (Kent) or at home. The successful applicant will be given a Company van as part of the role for site visits. IT and office equipment. A competitive salary. Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme. Everyone needs water, South East Water welcomes _ everyone. _ We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. What to expect from your recruitment. To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's Unfortunately, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If you require assistance / adjustments to engage with our recruitment process and to ensure you're able to compete on equal terms, please contact the recruitment team via If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! _South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency._ Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £31,733.00-£41,930.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Cycle to work scheme Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Work Location: In person
