Summary: As a Waterlink Scheduling Support, you'll be responsible for coordinating with customers and field teams to ensure the timely completion of work. This includes scheduling appointments, managing workloads for field staff and contractors, and preparing daily work packs. You'll also be in charge of organising and closing out street-work notices to meet deadlines and avoid financial penalties. The role involves liaising with various internal departments and plumbers to address customer needs and resolve complaints. A key part of your job is to monitor and manage operational workloads using various systems, ensuring all scheduling tools are kept up to date and all completed work is quality-checked. Additionally, you'll report on performance metrics related to highways, commercial conversion, and new connections. Main responsibilities: Co-ordinating works with customers ensuring they are kept up to date with any changes or variations that occur. Assigning field staff work based on operational and commercial requirements, work priorities and field team workloads. Preparation of daily work information packs for contractors, gangs and plumbers. Ensure all scheduling tools used are up to date with team briefs, training, annual leave so ensuring accurate schedules of customer appointments and management of resources. Organise reinstatement to meet deadlines set by customers and Street-works notices. Arrange and close street-work notices in line with Highway requirements preventing financial penalty. Liaise with field teams and plumbers to ensure customers needs are met. Ensuring all required plant and street-works notices are in place. Reporting on operational & commercial requirements including but not limited to Highways performance (FPN,Defects, Sec 74), Commercial Conversion, CSL & New connection performance & KPIs. Liaising with South East Water departments to provide operational information, work progress and details to help resolve customer complaints. Utilising Maximo start centres and reports to monitor and manage operational and commercial workload, updating and correcting work orders as and when required. Using information and resources to ensure that skills & knowledge are kept up to date and continuously developed. To work as part of the Waterlink team ensuring all targets and objectives are met by supporting other areas of the department when required. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Achieved GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C (or equivalent) Strong organisational and communication skills. The ability to work as part of a team under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Strong customer services skills. A knowledge of Maximo, Hi affinity GIS/Geofield would be desirable. Previous experience in a similar role desirable. 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: £26,392.50 - £28,392.50 (dependent on experience)
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
Summary: As a Waterlink Scheduling Support, you'll be responsible for coordinating with customers and field teams to ensure the timely completion of work. This includes scheduling appointments, managing workloads for field staff and contractors, and preparing daily work packs. You'll also be in charge of organising and closing out street-work notices to meet deadlines and avoid financial penalties. The role involves liaising with various internal departments and plumbers to address customer needs and resolve complaints. A key part of your job is to monitor and manage operational workloads using various systems, ensuring all scheduling tools are kept up to date and all completed work is quality-checked. Additionally, you'll report on performance metrics related to highways, commercial conversion, and new connections. Main responsibilities: Co-ordinating works with customers ensuring they are kept up to date with any changes or variations that occur. Assigning field staff work based on operational and commercial requirements, work priorities and field team workloads. Preparation of daily work information packs for contractors, gangs and plumbers. Ensure all scheduling tools used are up to date with team briefs, training, annual leave so ensuring accurate schedules of customer appointments and management of resources. Organise reinstatement to meet deadlines set by customers and Street-works notices. Arrange and close street-work notices in line with Highway requirements preventing financial penalty. Liaise with field teams and plumbers to ensure customers needs are met. Ensuring all required plant and street-works notices are in place. Reporting on operational & commercial requirements including but not limited to Highways performance (FPN,Defects, Sec 74), Commercial Conversion, CSL & New connection performance & KPIs. Liaising with South East Water departments to provide operational information, work progress and details to help resolve customer complaints. Utilising Maximo start centres and reports to monitor and manage operational and commercial workload, updating and correcting work orders as and when required. Using information and resources to ensure that skills & knowledge are kept up to date and continuously developed. To work as part of the Waterlink team ensuring all targets and objectives are met by supporting other areas of the department when required. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Achieved GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C (or equivalent) Strong organisational and communication skills. The ability to work as part of a team under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Strong customer services skills. A knowledge of Maximo, Hi affinity GIS/Geofield would be desirable. Previous experience in a similar role desirable. 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: £26,392.50 - £28,392.50 (dependent on experience)
Summary: Are you seeking a team that shares your passion for providing excellent customer service? Are you a determined individual? Do you enjoy setting goals for yourself? If so, this is a chance you won't want to pass up This is a critical position within our fast-paced, friendly, and award-winning Customer Service team. You understand your customer's point of view and make them feel important. Your warmth, passion, and commitment will assist us in getting it right the first time for our customers. No two days are the same. You'll help customers with water bills, refunds, payment plans, and occupant changes. You'll also be helpful if they have problems with their water supply. You enjoy working towards targets, love problem solving, and take satisfaction in delivering the best solutions possible. The salary is £24,810.59. We also offer bonuses for meeting targets. You can earn an extra £3,000 on average and up to £6,300 in total. Monday through Friday, 08:00 - 19:00, and Saturday, 08:00 - 13:00. You'll be assigned to a shift pattern that includes one Saturday every six weeks. The rotas are created in advance so that you can plan. Previous call centre experienceis preferred but not required. Ideally, you'll have experience in a customer facing or customer focused position. You're eager to learn and respond well to feedback. We provide thorough induction training, ongoing coaching, and the support and encouragement you need to get started well. In our vibrant, friendlycall centre, you'll find plenty to do, including regular competitions, rewards, team nights, social events, and paid volunteering days to support issues you care about. This position offers numerous prospects for progression. For example, most of our management began their careers as Customer Service Advisors. You'll have the opportunity to move throughout the department to learn new skills and try out for other roles. As a result, now is a perfect opportunity to launch a successful career and contribute to the success of our Customer Service team. Main responsibilities: Provide an excellent customer experience by being flexible to resolve all customer contacts within the company timescales and contribute to customer satisfaction score. Maintain focus on meeting targets and adhere to business processes, data protection, regulatory compliance and attendance. Build relationships with peers and colleagues to enhance the team working environment, resolve customer problems and ensure successful productivity. Proactively use information and resources to ensure that skills and knowledge are kept up to date and continuously developed. Attend and contribute to team meetings with team, peers and colleagues. To be available to support the business in peak periods by covering post room and reception duties and by being part of a standby rota emergency periods. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Achieved GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C (or equivalent) Commitment to providing excellent customer service Dedication to finding the best solutions to problems Excellent computer abilities Outstanding writing and vocal communication abilities It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Previous customer service / call centre experience would be advantageous 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: £24,810.59 starting salary + bonus
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Summary: Are you seeking a team that shares your passion for providing excellent customer service? Are you a determined individual? Do you enjoy setting goals for yourself? If so, this is a chance you won't want to pass up This is a critical position within our fast-paced, friendly, and award-winning Customer Service team. You understand your customer's point of view and make them feel important. Your warmth, passion, and commitment will assist us in getting it right the first time for our customers. No two days are the same. You'll help customers with water bills, refunds, payment plans, and occupant changes. You'll also be helpful if they have problems with their water supply. You enjoy working towards targets, love problem solving, and take satisfaction in delivering the best solutions possible. The salary is £24,810.59. We also offer bonuses for meeting targets. You can earn an extra £3,000 on average and up to £6,300 in total. Monday through Friday, 08:00 - 19:00, and Saturday, 08:00 - 13:00. You'll be assigned to a shift pattern that includes one Saturday every six weeks. The rotas are created in advance so that you can plan. Previous call centre experienceis preferred but not required. Ideally, you'll have experience in a customer facing or customer focused position. You're eager to learn and respond well to feedback. We provide thorough induction training, ongoing coaching, and the support and encouragement you need to get started well. In our vibrant, friendlycall centre, you'll find plenty to do, including regular competitions, rewards, team nights, social events, and paid volunteering days to support issues you care about. This position offers numerous prospects for progression. For example, most of our management began their careers as Customer Service Advisors. You'll have the opportunity to move throughout the department to learn new skills and try out for other roles. As a result, now is a perfect opportunity to launch a successful career and contribute to the success of our Customer Service team. Main responsibilities: Provide an excellent customer experience by being flexible to resolve all customer contacts within the company timescales and contribute to customer satisfaction score. Maintain focus on meeting targets and adhere to business processes, data protection, regulatory compliance and attendance. Build relationships with peers and colleagues to enhance the team working environment, resolve customer problems and ensure successful productivity. Proactively use information and resources to ensure that skills and knowledge are kept up to date and continuously developed. Attend and contribute to team meetings with team, peers and colleagues. To be available to support the business in peak periods by covering post room and reception duties and by being part of a standby rota emergency periods. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Achieved GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C (or equivalent) Commitment to providing excellent customer service Dedication to finding the best solutions to problems Excellent computer abilities Outstanding writing and vocal communication abilities It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Previous customer service / call centre experience would be advantageous 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: £24,810.59 starting salary + bonus
Summary: This key role will play a critical part in bringing technical, long-term water supply-demand strategies to life for the public and our stakeholders. Working closely with the Water Resources team, you will be responsible for the statutory consultation surrounding two of our key statutory plans - the Water Resources Management Plan and Drought Plan. You'll use your engagement skills to transform complex technical information into accessible, transparent, and engaging information for stakeholders, customers, and the media through various different channels. Main responsibilities: Creating and implementing an integrated communications strategy to support delivery of the Drought Plan and Water Resources Management Plan objectives and their input into the Business Plan process. Translating technical information into engaging content for internal and external audiences. Produce Non-Technical summaries required for consultations. Devising and delivering statutory public consultations. Devising, managing and evaluating a programme of events for customers and stakeholders, promotional media, press activity and other communications. Be responsible for organising and attending any workshops, community briefings, presentations, meetings and events in and out of normal office hours to assist with the successful delivery of the communication aspects of both plans. Developing high quality communications collateral including, but not limited to, briefings, press releases, presentations, exhibition materials and social media content. Working with internal stakeholders to agree priorities, key messages and the annual programme of events, meetings and other communications activities. Representing the business and working alongside our partners at Water Resources South East to support regional water resources and drought planning and engagement. Manage a range of suppliers and external parties to deliver the communications and events programme and statutory consultations, such as graphic designers, photographers, videographers and communications agencies. Brief media spokespeople ahead of radio and TV interviews. Answer and respond to media calls during office hours, escalating where appropriate. Help identify, write press releases and manage news stories for South East Water. Update the South East Water website and social media content in particular when promoting news stories or during emergency incidents. Participate in the Communications out-of-hours service on a shared rota basis responding to media enquiries and assisting the management of crisis communications. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Degree-level qualification in a Communications, PR discipline and/or at least three years' relevant experience. A background in an environmental science discipline would be advantageous. Full driving licence. Be adept at pivoting between multiple projects, sometimes with competing needs, to produce appropriate and high-quality communications outputs to deadline. Have a keen eye for detail and competent at drafting accurate customer and stakeholder communications materials required for a project or event, including, but not limited to; developing, managing and evaluating statutory consultations, communications plans and evaluations, briefing notes, statements, press releases, presentations, exhibition materials, translating complex information into non-technical documentation, articles, advertising, website copy, FAQs and social media content such as videos. Able to use a range of digital tools, including but not limited to, social media, email marketing/newsletter, website content management system and public relations management software. Crisis Communications. Experience of communications planning, event management, stakeholder engagement and media relations. Experience of successfully delivering statutory consultations as well as stakeholder engagement within an environmental context would be advantageous. Knowledge of water resources and the water, environmental and/or agricultural industry would be advantageous. 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 £36,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)
Mar 06, 2026
Full time
Summary: This key role will play a critical part in bringing technical, long-term water supply-demand strategies to life for the public and our stakeholders. Working closely with the Water Resources team, you will be responsible for the statutory consultation surrounding two of our key statutory plans - the Water Resources Management Plan and Drought Plan. You'll use your engagement skills to transform complex technical information into accessible, transparent, and engaging information for stakeholders, customers, and the media through various different channels. Main responsibilities: Creating and implementing an integrated communications strategy to support delivery of the Drought Plan and Water Resources Management Plan objectives and their input into the Business Plan process. Translating technical information into engaging content for internal and external audiences. Produce Non-Technical summaries required for consultations. Devising and delivering statutory public consultations. Devising, managing and evaluating a programme of events for customers and stakeholders, promotional media, press activity and other communications. Be responsible for organising and attending any workshops, community briefings, presentations, meetings and events in and out of normal office hours to assist with the successful delivery of the communication aspects of both plans. Developing high quality communications collateral including, but not limited to, briefings, press releases, presentations, exhibition materials and social media content. Working with internal stakeholders to agree priorities, key messages and the annual programme of events, meetings and other communications activities. Representing the business and working alongside our partners at Water Resources South East to support regional water resources and drought planning and engagement. Manage a range of suppliers and external parties to deliver the communications and events programme and statutory consultations, such as graphic designers, photographers, videographers and communications agencies. Brief media spokespeople ahead of radio and TV interviews. Answer and respond to media calls during office hours, escalating where appropriate. Help identify, write press releases and manage news stories for South East Water. Update the South East Water website and social media content in particular when promoting news stories or during emergency incidents. Participate in the Communications out-of-hours service on a shared rota basis responding to media enquiries and assisting the management of crisis communications. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Degree-level qualification in a Communications, PR discipline and/or at least three years' relevant experience. A background in an environmental science discipline would be advantageous. Full driving licence. Be adept at pivoting between multiple projects, sometimes with competing needs, to produce appropriate and high-quality communications outputs to deadline. Have a keen eye for detail and competent at drafting accurate customer and stakeholder communications materials required for a project or event, including, but not limited to; developing, managing and evaluating statutory consultations, communications plans and evaluations, briefing notes, statements, press releases, presentations, exhibition materials, translating complex information into non-technical documentation, articles, advertising, website copy, FAQs and social media content such as videos. Able to use a range of digital tools, including but not limited to, social media, email marketing/newsletter, website content management system and public relations management software. Crisis Communications. Experience of communications planning, event management, stakeholder engagement and media relations. Experience of successfully delivering statutory consultations as well as stakeholder engagement within an environmental context would be advantageous. Knowledge of water resources and the water, environmental and/or agricultural industry would be advantageous. 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 £36,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)
Summary: As our External Communications Officer, you'll help shape how the world sees South East Water. Supporting our External Communications Manager, you'll help us stay consistent and proactive in everything we do. Whether you're identifying fresh media opportunities or drafting engaging press releases, your goal will be to create impactful coverage that highlights our commitment to our customers. It's a chance to use your PR skills to make a positive, visible difference! Main responsibilities: Support the External Communications Manager in the delivery of the Turning the Tide strategy, rebuilding South East Water's reputation amongst its customers and stakeholders. Be adept at pivoting between multiple projects, sometimes with competing needs, to produce appropriate and high quality communications outputs to deadline. Competent in drafting accurate customer, media and stakeholder communications materials required for a project or event, including, but not limited to; communications plans and evaluations, briefing notes, statements, press releases, presentations, exhibition materials, articles, advertising, website copy, FAQs and social media content such as videos. Competent in turning complex information into appropriate and easy to understand materials for public consumption. Keen to learn, develop as well as try new ideas and communications methods as they arise. Competent at identifying potential risks to company reputation and have confidence in raising these with appropriate managers. Identify opportunities for positive media coverage, crafting press releases, arranging media events, managing interviews and briefing spokespeople. Be responsible for organising, managing and attending a range of in-person and virtual community and stakeholder events which open our audiences' eyes to water. Be part of the Communications out-of-hours service on a shared rota basis (approximately one in four weeks) where you'll help manage crisis communications both in and out of office hours, escalating where appropriate. Confident at liaising with designers, photographers, videographers and other contractors to achieve desired outcomes when creating communications materials and arranging events. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Degree-level qualification in a communication or PR related discipline or relevant experience. Full driving licence. At least three years' experience in either a field related to journalism (newspaper/online/TV/radio) or public relations/communications, either agency or in-house. Media relations, press office management, relationship building, media monitoring & optimisation, media interview management, statement & briefing development, media training, presentation/briefing skills, strategic communications planning, copywriting, proofreading, creative input & ideation, quality control, campaign execution, crisis communications. A working experience and knowledge of the media, together with the ability to deal confidently with customers and stakeholders is essential. Social media skills would be desirable. 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 £36,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)
Mar 06, 2026
Full time
Summary: As our External Communications Officer, you'll help shape how the world sees South East Water. Supporting our External Communications Manager, you'll help us stay consistent and proactive in everything we do. Whether you're identifying fresh media opportunities or drafting engaging press releases, your goal will be to create impactful coverage that highlights our commitment to our customers. It's a chance to use your PR skills to make a positive, visible difference! Main responsibilities: Support the External Communications Manager in the delivery of the Turning the Tide strategy, rebuilding South East Water's reputation amongst its customers and stakeholders. Be adept at pivoting between multiple projects, sometimes with competing needs, to produce appropriate and high quality communications outputs to deadline. Competent in drafting accurate customer, media and stakeholder communications materials required for a project or event, including, but not limited to; communications plans and evaluations, briefing notes, statements, press releases, presentations, exhibition materials, articles, advertising, website copy, FAQs and social media content such as videos. Competent in turning complex information into appropriate and easy to understand materials for public consumption. Keen to learn, develop as well as try new ideas and communications methods as they arise. Competent at identifying potential risks to company reputation and have confidence in raising these with appropriate managers. Identify opportunities for positive media coverage, crafting press releases, arranging media events, managing interviews and briefing spokespeople. Be responsible for organising, managing and attending a range of in-person and virtual community and stakeholder events which open our audiences' eyes to water. Be part of the Communications out-of-hours service on a shared rota basis (approximately one in four weeks) where you'll help manage crisis communications both in and out of office hours, escalating where appropriate. Confident at liaising with designers, photographers, videographers and other contractors to achieve desired outcomes when creating communications materials and arranging events. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Degree-level qualification in a communication or PR related discipline or relevant experience. Full driving licence. At least three years' experience in either a field related to journalism (newspaper/online/TV/radio) or public relations/communications, either agency or in-house. Media relations, press office management, relationship building, media monitoring & optimisation, media interview management, statement & briefing development, media training, presentation/briefing skills, strategic communications planning, copywriting, proofreading, creative input & ideation, quality control, campaign execution, crisis communications. A working experience and knowledge of the media, together with the ability to deal confidently with customers and stakeholders is essential. Social media skills would be desirable. 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 £36,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)
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
