Job Description
Location: Lingley Mere, Warrington (Hybrid) Hours: 37 per week Full-Time Permanent Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Are you a data driven data modeller with a knack for turning complex models into clear insights? United Utilities is looking for a Water Resources Modeler to help shape the future of water supply in the North West and we want someone who's ready to make a re
Are you a data driven data modeller with a knack for turning complex models into clear insights? United Utilities is looking for a Water Resources Modeller to help shape the future of water supply in the North West and we want someone who's ready to make a real impact.
? Why This Role Matters
Water is one of our most precious resources and managing it wisely is more important than ever. As a Water Resources Modeler, you'll play a vital role in safeguarding future water supplies by using advanced statistical and computational models to analyse, and inform strategic water resource decisions across your Northwest.
You'll be part of a team that's making big calls from drought planning to long-term supply demand strategies and your insights will help shape how we deliver great water for a stronger, greener, and healthier Northwest.
What You'll Be Doing
- Build and run sophisticated models to simulate water supply systems
- Translate complex technical outputs into clear, actionable insights for non-technical audiences
- Develop key components of our supply demand balance, including deployable output, outage allowances, and headroom
- Support strategic planning for our Water Resources Management Plan and Drought Plan
- Collaborate across teams to share expertise and strengthen technical resilience
- Apply risk based decision-making techniques to optimise value for customers and protect the environment
What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone who's highly numerate, analytical, and a confident communicator someone who can answer the big question: "What does this mean?"
- Degree in a relevant scientific or numerate discipline
- Strong coding skills in Python, R, VBA or similar
- Experience with modelling tools and techniques (e.g. Aquator, Pywr, MISER, rainfall-runoff modelling)
- Ability to interrogate data and present findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Familiarity with databases, information management systems, and automation
- Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and planning skills
- Awareness of the UK water industry is a big plus
Please note: We are may be unable to offer sponsorship for this role
? What You'll Get
At United Utilities, we value your contribution and we show it:
- 26 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + 8 bank holidays
- Competitive salary
- Up to 14% employer pension contribution (21% combined)
- Up to 10.5% performance-related bonus
- Comprehensive healthcare plan
- Discounts on gyms, fitness subscriptions, and wellness services
- EVolve car scheme, ShareBuy, and MORE Choices flexible benefits
- Enhanced parental leave and mental health support
- Career development and progression opportunities in a FTSE 100 company
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications
- Educated to degree level in a relevant scientific or numerate discipline.
Desirable Qualifications
- Ideally have membership with a relevant professional body.
- Full UK driving licence
? Join Us
At United Utilities, we're building a future that's sustainable, resilient, and inclusive. If you're ready to use your modelling skills to make a difference and want to be part of a team that's shaping the future of water we'd love to hear from you.
We may close this vacancy early due to high volumes of applications so please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Apply now and help us keep the North West flowing.
We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.
