Job Title: Lead SharePoint Developer Location: Durrington, Worthing (Flexible/Hybrid) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 Salary: From £60,000 based on skills and experience About the role: This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the evolution of our digital workplace for over 3,000 colleagues. As our SharePoint Development Lead, you'll shape the future of collaboration, content governance, and user experience across SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365. You'll head up a small, skilled SharePoint development team within our Content and Collaboration function, driving modern, secure, user-centred solutions that transform how the business works, shares, and communicates. What you will be responsible for: You'll be the strategic and technical lead for all SharePoint development, ensuring we deliver solutions that are scalable, secure, and brilliantly designed. Typical responsibilities include: Leading the design, build and deployment of SharePoint Online sites, structures, and digital experiences. Managing and mentoring a team of SharePoint developers, driving quality and continuous improvement. Working with business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions that deliver real value. Driving ECM best practice, from metadata standards to content lifecycle and user adoption. Providing technical leadership across ECM architecture, integrations, performance improvements, and migrations. Ensuring governance, compliance, and security standards are applied consistently across the M365 environment Collaborating closely on workflow, form, and automation development with our dedicated Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) team Additional role requirements This role incorporates Agile delivery, DevSecOps practices, and ownership of CI/CD pipelines within Azure DevOps. Expected to lead our Content & Collaboration Centre of Excellence, supporting and coaching citizen developers. Occasional out-of-hours work may be required to support high-impact changes or platform updates. What you'll bring to the role: Essential: Proven expertise in SharePoint Online and M365 development, including SPFx, PowerShell, PnP, and the Power Platform. Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle, including Agile, Scrum, and DevSecOps. Experience leading technical teams and delivering enterprise-level digital collaboration solutions. Programming skills across .NET (C#, ASP.NET Core), JavaScript/TypeScript, and frameworks such as React. Experience working with Azure DevOps and cloud-based architectures. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Desirable: Scrum Master or Product Owner certification. Experience in UX, design thinking, or user research within digital product development. Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation "At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you-even if you don't tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need." Our Commitment to Diversity We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Additional information: In line with Southern Water's security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Lead SharePoint Developer Location: Durrington, Worthing (Flexible/Hybrid) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 Salary: From £60,000 based on skills and experience About the role: This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the evolution of our digital workplace for over 3,000 colleagues. As our SharePoint Development Lead, you'll shape the future of collaboration, content governance, and user experience across SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365. You'll head up a small, skilled SharePoint development team within our Content and Collaboration function, driving modern, secure, user-centred solutions that transform how the business works, shares, and communicates. What you will be responsible for: You'll be the strategic and technical lead for all SharePoint development, ensuring we deliver solutions that are scalable, secure, and brilliantly designed. Typical responsibilities include: Leading the design, build and deployment of SharePoint Online sites, structures, and digital experiences. Managing and mentoring a team of SharePoint developers, driving quality and continuous improvement. Working with business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions that deliver real value. Driving ECM best practice, from metadata standards to content lifecycle and user adoption. Providing technical leadership across ECM architecture, integrations, performance improvements, and migrations. Ensuring governance, compliance, and security standards are applied consistently across the M365 environment Collaborating closely on workflow, form, and automation development with our dedicated Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) team Additional role requirements This role incorporates Agile delivery, DevSecOps practices, and ownership of CI/CD pipelines within Azure DevOps. Expected to lead our Content & Collaboration Centre of Excellence, supporting and coaching citizen developers. Occasional out-of-hours work may be required to support high-impact changes or platform updates. What you'll bring to the role: Essential: Proven expertise in SharePoint Online and M365 development, including SPFx, PowerShell, PnP, and the Power Platform. Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle, including Agile, Scrum, and DevSecOps. Experience leading technical teams and delivering enterprise-level digital collaboration solutions. Programming skills across .NET (C#, ASP.NET Core), JavaScript/TypeScript, and frameworks such as React. Experience working with Azure DevOps and cloud-based architectures. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Desirable: Scrum Master or Product Owner certification. Experience in UX, design thinking, or user research within digital product development. Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation "At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you-even if you don't tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need." Our Commitment to Diversity We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Additional information: In line with Southern Water's security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.
Job Title: SharePoint Developer/Administrator Location: Durrington, Worthing (Hybrid/Flexible) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 Salary: From £40,600 based on skills and experience About the role: Are you ready to shape the future of digital collaboration and content management? Southern Water is undergoing an exciting IT transformation, redefining how we deliver IT support and services. As part of this journey, our Enterprise Content Management (ECM) team is expanding its capabilities and resilience. This role sits within the Digital Workspace team, supporting our M365 stack and driving innovation in collaboration and tooling. You'll work closely with Software Engineering, Service Delivery, and Project Delivery teams to ensure applications are supported and projects delivered to the highest standards. What you will be responsible for: Develop and maintain templated SharePoint sites and solutions based on business requirements. Implement new releases of SharePoint applications, including configuration, testing, and integration. Provide 2nd line support for SharePoint applications and assume administrator responsibilities for SharePoint Online. Support SharePoint incoming demand pipeline and operational manual workflow Assist in producing specifications and designs for SharePoint applications aligned with enterprise architecture. Implement mechanisms for structured and unstructured information storage and access. Develop and execute test schedules to ensure quality of deployed solutions. Liaise with integration teams and suppliers during development and implementation phases. Analyse business needs and create lean processes for Enterprise Content Management. Ensure robust documentation and support for new and upgraded applications. Additional Requirements specific to the role Strong experience in SharePoint Online administration and development. Familiarity with M365 stack, Power Platform, and ECM principles. Ability to create technical documentation and deliver user training. What you'll bring to the role: Essential Proven experience in SharePoint development and support. Strong understanding of enterprise content management and collaboration tools. Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to work across multiple teams and deliver high-quality solutions. Desirable Experience with automation workflows and integration using Power Automate. Knowledge of ServiceNow and ITIL processes. Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation "At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you-even if you don't tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need." Our Commitment to Diversity We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Additional information: In line with Southern Water's security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Job Title: SharePoint Developer/Administrator Location: Durrington, Worthing (Hybrid/Flexible) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 Salary: From £40,600 based on skills and experience About the role: Are you ready to shape the future of digital collaboration and content management? Southern Water is undergoing an exciting IT transformation, redefining how we deliver IT support and services. As part of this journey, our Enterprise Content Management (ECM) team is expanding its capabilities and resilience. This role sits within the Digital Workspace team, supporting our M365 stack and driving innovation in collaboration and tooling. You'll work closely with Software Engineering, Service Delivery, and Project Delivery teams to ensure applications are supported and projects delivered to the highest standards. What you will be responsible for: Develop and maintain templated SharePoint sites and solutions based on business requirements. Implement new releases of SharePoint applications, including configuration, testing, and integration. Provide 2nd line support for SharePoint applications and assume administrator responsibilities for SharePoint Online. Support SharePoint incoming demand pipeline and operational manual workflow Assist in producing specifications and designs for SharePoint applications aligned with enterprise architecture. Implement mechanisms for structured and unstructured information storage and access. Develop and execute test schedules to ensure quality of deployed solutions. Liaise with integration teams and suppliers during development and implementation phases. Analyse business needs and create lean processes for Enterprise Content Management. Ensure robust documentation and support for new and upgraded applications. Additional Requirements specific to the role Strong experience in SharePoint Online administration and development. Familiarity with M365 stack, Power Platform, and ECM principles. Ability to create technical documentation and deliver user training. What you'll bring to the role: Essential Proven experience in SharePoint development and support. Strong understanding of enterprise content management and collaboration tools. Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to work across multiple teams and deliver high-quality solutions. Desirable Experience with automation workflows and integration using Power Automate. Knowledge of ServiceNow and ITIL processes. Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation "At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you-even if you don't tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need." Our Commitment to Diversity We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Additional information: In line with Southern Water's security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.
Job Title : Technical Specialists (from Principal/Senior to Specialist) Location: Flexible (within our region) - hybrid working - office, site and home based Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37, Monday to Friday Salary: to be discussed at screening stage Storm overflows are very provocative and not acceptable to our customers and stakeholders. We want to lead the charge in resolving the current situation. That's where our Clean Rivers & Seas Task Force comes in, implementing pioneering and industry-leading solutions to reduce spills and reliance on overflows whilst also enhancing the environment for our communities. Currently delivering a £1.5billion programme over the next 10 years, and we are now expanding the team so we can continue to work in partnership to deliver a larger programme of sustainable and innovative interventions to reduce the use of storm overflows. We have a range of brand-new Technical Specialist roles available (from Principal/Senior to Specialist) created to join our Clean Rivers & Seas Task Force. About the role A critical technical role in the clean rivers and seas task force which ensures we have a technically creditable programme of works that delivers the spills reduction, where we need it, at the right pace. What you will be responsible for: The role will involve analysing wastewater catchment performance, modelling scenarios, proposing and reviewing technical solutions and monitoring performance. You will contribute to the technical design and assurance of the storm overflow programme - provide input, options, challenge, steer and governance to ensure we design & deliver a technically feasible set of interventions for our AMP8 programme. You will undertake the technical assurance of benefits from the storm overflow programme - design monitoring programmes, conduct modelling & analysis to ensure we measure the benefits of the interventions and justify our PR24 assumption base to secure circa £2billon investment. You will support innovative approaches for analysis with our Technical Lead and other thought leaders internally, in academia, across the UK water industry and the supply chain. What you'll bring to the role: You will have a strong technical bias (ideally engineering). You have superior data analytical skills. You will have hydraulic modelling experience (highly desirable). A can do attitude and can overcome complex challenges and obstacles. Can challenge colleagues and the supply chain to ensure robust interventions are designed and delivered. You will have 5-10 years' technical experience in Wastewater networks. Experience with a variety of analytical tools packages (ICM, SQL, R, ) Degree level technical (BEng MSc) qualifications in engineering. Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Job Title : Technical Specialists (from Principal/Senior to Specialist) Location: Flexible (within our region) - hybrid working - office, site and home based Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37, Monday to Friday Salary: to be discussed at screening stage Storm overflows are very provocative and not acceptable to our customers and stakeholders. We want to lead the charge in resolving the current situation. That's where our Clean Rivers & Seas Task Force comes in, implementing pioneering and industry-leading solutions to reduce spills and reliance on overflows whilst also enhancing the environment for our communities. Currently delivering a £1.5billion programme over the next 10 years, and we are now expanding the team so we can continue to work in partnership to deliver a larger programme of sustainable and innovative interventions to reduce the use of storm overflows. We have a range of brand-new Technical Specialist roles available (from Principal/Senior to Specialist) created to join our Clean Rivers & Seas Task Force. About the role A critical technical role in the clean rivers and seas task force which ensures we have a technically creditable programme of works that delivers the spills reduction, where we need it, at the right pace. What you will be responsible for: The role will involve analysing wastewater catchment performance, modelling scenarios, proposing and reviewing technical solutions and monitoring performance. You will contribute to the technical design and assurance of the storm overflow programme - provide input, options, challenge, steer and governance to ensure we design & deliver a technically feasible set of interventions for our AMP8 programme. You will undertake the technical assurance of benefits from the storm overflow programme - design monitoring programmes, conduct modelling & analysis to ensure we measure the benefits of the interventions and justify our PR24 assumption base to secure circa £2billon investment. You will support innovative approaches for analysis with our Technical Lead and other thought leaders internally, in academia, across the UK water industry and the supply chain. What you'll bring to the role: You will have a strong technical bias (ideally engineering). You have superior data analytical skills. You will have hydraulic modelling experience (highly desirable). A can do attitude and can overcome complex challenges and obstacles. Can challenge colleagues and the supply chain to ensure robust interventions are designed and delivered. You will have 5-10 years' technical experience in Wastewater networks. Experience with a variety of analytical tools packages (ICM, SQL, R, ) Degree level technical (BEng MSc) qualifications in engineering. Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation.
Job Advert Job Title: Incident Logistics Lead Location: Durrington, Worthing Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 38 Salary: £35,000 per annum plus 15% Shift Allowance About the role As Incident Logistics Lead (known internally as Incident Containment Lead), you'll play a pivotal role in safeguarding our waterways and communities by driving rapid, intelligent responses to pollution incidents and proactively shaping strategies that reduce any impacts. From leading high-stakes incident interventions to deploying cutting-edge containment technologies, this role is about action, innovation, and impact. You'll coordinate emergency responses, mobilise resources with precision, and work closely with field teams to enhance asset resilience and environmental compliance. If you're passionate about protecting the environment, thrive in fast-paced situations, and want to lead change that truly matters-this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference. What you will be responsible for: Drive efficient and timely deployment of resources to prevent pollution/compliance issues alongside mobilising containment in line with the demand. Ensure contractor resource onsite is compliant from log on to log off to prevent pollution alongside ensure cleanups and mitigation are completed quickly closing out all the risks. Develop and implement pollution prevention strategies and action plans based on learnings and risk scanning. Collaborate with field teams to improve asset performance and resilience. Monitor and report on pollution metrics, trends, and outcomes. Enabling situation awareness towards escalation and de-escalation triggers and documents. Support innovation in pollution detection, sampling, and control technologies You will be expected to work in the Durrington office as part of a shift team. The Shift pattern is: 3 Days, 3 Stand-by, 4 Off 4 Days, 2 Stand-by, 4 Off 1 Stand-by, 3 Nights, 6 Off 1 Stand-by, 4 Nights, 7 Off What you'll bring to the role: Develop and maintain rapid-response containment plans tailored to various pollution scenarios and sites Leverage historical incident data and personal experience to anticipate likely blockers (e.g., access issues, equipment failure, resource delays). Liaise with Logistics to ensure an up-to-date inventory of containment resources (e.g., booms, pumps, absorbents) and their locations. React swiftly to emerging blockers (e.g., weather, site access, equipment failure). Liaise with Nova Team, PCL's and field resources during and after incidents. Lead post-incident reviews on the containment plan and response. Essential Analytical Skills: The ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights is crucial. Communication and Coordination: Excellent communication and coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams are necessary. Proactive Intervention: Skills in developing and initiating containment strategies ahead of failure and coordinating with field teams and control centres to deploy resources pre-emptively. Data Integration: The ability to integrate multiple data sources (e.g., SCADA, weather, asset condition, customer calls) to build a comprehensive risk picture. Working with Sensitive Environments: Experience working with bathing waters, SSSI sites, or similar sensitive environments is important Logistical back: knowledge of the wastewater sector and available services to mitigate risk Proven experience in environmental management, pollution control, or Wastewater/Water operations. Ability to undertake challenging conversations and drive positive change Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Desirable Environmental linked qualification Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation "At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you-even if you don't tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need." If this role isn't quite what you're looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details on our Southern Water Careers site. Our Commitment to Diversity We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Additional information In line with Southern Water's security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, a criminal record check (DBS), and verification of employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw an offer if these checks are not successfully completed.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Job Advert Job Title: Incident Logistics Lead Location: Durrington, Worthing Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 38 Salary: £35,000 per annum plus 15% Shift Allowance About the role As Incident Logistics Lead (known internally as Incident Containment Lead), you'll play a pivotal role in safeguarding our waterways and communities by driving rapid, intelligent responses to pollution incidents and proactively shaping strategies that reduce any impacts. From leading high-stakes incident interventions to deploying cutting-edge containment technologies, this role is about action, innovation, and impact. You'll coordinate emergency responses, mobilise resources with precision, and work closely with field teams to enhance asset resilience and environmental compliance. If you're passionate about protecting the environment, thrive in fast-paced situations, and want to lead change that truly matters-this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference. What you will be responsible for: Drive efficient and timely deployment of resources to prevent pollution/compliance issues alongside mobilising containment in line with the demand. Ensure contractor resource onsite is compliant from log on to log off to prevent pollution alongside ensure cleanups and mitigation are completed quickly closing out all the risks. Develop and implement pollution prevention strategies and action plans based on learnings and risk scanning. Collaborate with field teams to improve asset performance and resilience. Monitor and report on pollution metrics, trends, and outcomes. Enabling situation awareness towards escalation and de-escalation triggers and documents. Support innovation in pollution detection, sampling, and control technologies You will be expected to work in the Durrington office as part of a shift team. The Shift pattern is: 3 Days, 3 Stand-by, 4 Off 4 Days, 2 Stand-by, 4 Off 1 Stand-by, 3 Nights, 6 Off 1 Stand-by, 4 Nights, 7 Off What you'll bring to the role: Develop and maintain rapid-response containment plans tailored to various pollution scenarios and sites Leverage historical incident data and personal experience to anticipate likely blockers (e.g., access issues, equipment failure, resource delays). Liaise with Logistics to ensure an up-to-date inventory of containment resources (e.g., booms, pumps, absorbents) and their locations. React swiftly to emerging blockers (e.g., weather, site access, equipment failure). Liaise with Nova Team, PCL's and field resources during and after incidents. Lead post-incident reviews on the containment plan and response. Essential Analytical Skills: The ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights is crucial. Communication and Coordination: Excellent communication and coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams are necessary. Proactive Intervention: Skills in developing and initiating containment strategies ahead of failure and coordinating with field teams and control centres to deploy resources pre-emptively. Data Integration: The ability to integrate multiple data sources (e.g., SCADA, weather, asset condition, customer calls) to build a comprehensive risk picture. Working with Sensitive Environments: Experience working with bathing waters, SSSI sites, or similar sensitive environments is important Logistical back: knowledge of the wastewater sector and available services to mitigate risk Proven experience in environmental management, pollution control, or Wastewater/Water operations. Ability to undertake challenging conversations and drive positive change Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Desirable Environmental linked qualification Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation "At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you-even if you don't tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need." If this role isn't quite what you're looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details on our Southern Water Careers site. Our Commitment to Diversity We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Additional information In line with Southern Water's security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, a criminal record check (DBS), and verification of employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw an offer if these checks are not successfully completed.
Process Technician - Electrician Location: Fullerton - Hampshire Region - you will also need to be willing to travel across multiple sites and have a current full driving licence. Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 38 hours Salary: Base pay ranges from £38,247.41 - £45,896.13 per annum (depending on skills and experience) Benefits: A company van (for business use only) which you can take home, and a fuel card Health Care cash plan cover (with options to upgrade for family coverage) Pension contributions up to 11% (depending on your contribution) For a full list of benefits, please visit our careers page or see below. About the role Join our Wastewater Treatment Team to maintain and repair wastewater treatment works, sludge centres, and pumping stations. Ensure compliance with environmental, quality, and safety standards while supporting continuous improvement. What you will be responsible for: Undertake reactive and planned maintenance of plant and equipment. Install new plant and equipment as required. Respond to alarms and fault-find issues, fixing or escalating as needed. Carry out inspection and testing on electrical equipment following company procedures. Provide technical expertise to internal and external contractors. Update company systems and databases accurately and promptly. Additional Requirements: Standby cover required. What you'll bring to the role: Essential Level 3 NVQ Electrical qualification with certificates. Full UK driving licence. Problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure. Desirable Experience in water industry. Strong understanding of pumping station operation and wastewater treatment process. Knowledge of health and safety legislation. Progression opportunities Southern Water offers career progression, training, and development opportunities. About Southern Water Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you-even if you don't tick every box. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. "At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you-even if you don't tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need." Our Commitment to Diversity We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Additional information: In line with Southern Water's security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.
May 09, 2026
Full time
Process Technician - Electrician Location: Fullerton - Hampshire Region - you will also need to be willing to travel across multiple sites and have a current full driving licence. Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 38 hours Salary: Base pay ranges from £38,247.41 - £45,896.13 per annum (depending on skills and experience) Benefits: A company van (for business use only) which you can take home, and a fuel card Health Care cash plan cover (with options to upgrade for family coverage) Pension contributions up to 11% (depending on your contribution) For a full list of benefits, please visit our careers page or see below. About the role Join our Wastewater Treatment Team to maintain and repair wastewater treatment works, sludge centres, and pumping stations. Ensure compliance with environmental, quality, and safety standards while supporting continuous improvement. What you will be responsible for: Undertake reactive and planned maintenance of plant and equipment. Install new plant and equipment as required. Respond to alarms and fault-find issues, fixing or escalating as needed. Carry out inspection and testing on electrical equipment following company procedures. Provide technical expertise to internal and external contractors. Update company systems and databases accurately and promptly. Additional Requirements: Standby cover required. What you'll bring to the role: Essential Level 3 NVQ Electrical qualification with certificates. Full UK driving licence. Problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure. Desirable Experience in water industry. Strong understanding of pumping station operation and wastewater treatment process. Knowledge of health and safety legislation. Progression opportunities Southern Water offers career progression, training, and development opportunities. About Southern Water Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you-even if you don't tick every box. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. "At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you-even if you don't tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need." Our Commitment to Diversity We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Additional information: In line with Southern Water's security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.
Process Technician - Electrician Location: Tonbridge - Kent Region - you will also need to be willing to travel across multiple sites and have a current full driving licence. Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 38 hours Salary: Base pay ranges from £38,247.41 - £45,896.13 per annum (depending on skills and experience) Benefits: A company van (for business use only) which you can take home, and a fuel card Health Care cash plan cover (with options to upgrade for family coverage) Pension contributions up to 11% (depending on your contribution) For a full list of benefits, please visit our careers page or see below. About the role Join our Wastewater Treatment Team to maintain and repair wastewater treatment works, sludge centres, and pumping stations. Ensure compliance with environmental, quality, and safety standards while supporting continuous improvement. What you will be responsible for: Undertake reactive and planned maintenance of plant and equipment. Install new plant and equipment as required. Respond to alarms and fault-find issues, fixing or escalating as needed. Carry out inspection and testing on electrical equipment following company procedures. Provide technical expertise to internal and external contractors. Update company systems and databases accurately and promptly. Participate in standby cover on a 1-in-6 rota basis. Additional Requirements: Standby cover required on a 1-in-6 rota basis. What you'll bring to the role: Essential Level 3 NVQ Electrical qualification with certificates. Full UK driving licence. Problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure. Desirable Experience in water industry. Strong understanding of pumping station operation and wastewater treatment process. Knowledge of health and safety legislation. Progression opportunities Southern Water offers career progression, training, and development opportunities. About Southern Water Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you-even if you don't tick every box. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. "At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you-even if you don't tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need." Our Commitment to Diversity We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Additional information: In line with Southern Water's security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.
May 08, 2026
Full time
Process Technician - Electrician Location: Tonbridge - Kent Region - you will also need to be willing to travel across multiple sites and have a current full driving licence. Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 38 hours Salary: Base pay ranges from £38,247.41 - £45,896.13 per annum (depending on skills and experience) Benefits: A company van (for business use only) which you can take home, and a fuel card Health Care cash plan cover (with options to upgrade for family coverage) Pension contributions up to 11% (depending on your contribution) For a full list of benefits, please visit our careers page or see below. About the role Join our Wastewater Treatment Team to maintain and repair wastewater treatment works, sludge centres, and pumping stations. Ensure compliance with environmental, quality, and safety standards while supporting continuous improvement. What you will be responsible for: Undertake reactive and planned maintenance of plant and equipment. Install new plant and equipment as required. Respond to alarms and fault-find issues, fixing or escalating as needed. Carry out inspection and testing on electrical equipment following company procedures. Provide technical expertise to internal and external contractors. Update company systems and databases accurately and promptly. Participate in standby cover on a 1-in-6 rota basis. Additional Requirements: Standby cover required on a 1-in-6 rota basis. What you'll bring to the role: Essential Level 3 NVQ Electrical qualification with certificates. Full UK driving licence. Problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure. Desirable Experience in water industry. Strong understanding of pumping station operation and wastewater treatment process. Knowledge of health and safety legislation. Progression opportunities Southern Water offers career progression, training, and development opportunities. About Southern Water Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you-even if you don't tick every box. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. "At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you-even if you don't tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need." Our Commitment to Diversity We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Additional information: In line with Southern Water's security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.
Job Title : Technical Specialists (from Principal/Senior to Specialist) Location: Flexible (within our region) - hybrid working - office, site and home based Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37, Monday to Friday Salary: to be discussed at screening stage Storm overflows are very provocative and not acceptable to our customers and stakeholders. We want to lead the charge in resolving the current situation. That's where our Clean Rivers & Seas Task Force comes in, implementing pioneering and industry-leading solutions to reduce spills and reliance on overflows whilst also enhancing the environment for our communities. Currently delivering a £1.5billion programme over the next 10 years, and we are now expanding the team so we can continue to work in partnership to deliver a larger programme of sustainable and innovative interventions to reduce the use of storm overflows. We have a range of brand-new Technical Specialist roles available (from Principal/Senior to Specialist) created to join our Clean Rivers & Seas Task Force. About the role A critical technical role in the clean rivers and seas task force which ensures we have a technically creditable programme of works that delivers the spills reduction, where we need it, at the right pace. What you will be responsible for: The role will involve analysing wastewater catchment performance, modelling scenarios, proposing and reviewing technical solutions and monitoring performance. You will contribute to the technical design and assurance of the storm overflow programme - provide input, options, challenge, steer and governance to ensure we design & deliver a technically feasible set of interventions for our AMP8 programme. You will undertake the technical assurance of benefits from the storm overflow programme - design monitoring programmes, conduct modelling & analysis to ensure we measure the benefits of the interventions and justify our PR24 assumption base to secure circa £2billon investment. You will support innovative approaches for analysis with our Technical Lead and other thought leaders internally, in academia, across the UK water industry and the supply chain. What you'll bring to the role: You will have a strong technical bias (ideally engineering). You have superior data analytical skills. You will have hydraulic modelling experience (highly desirable). A can do attitude and can overcome complex challenges and obstacles. Can challenge colleagues and the supply chain to ensure robust interventions are designed and delivered. You will have 5-10 years' technical experience in Wastewater networks. Experience with a variety of analytical tools packages (ICM, SQL, R, ) Degree level technical (BEng MSc) qualifications in engineering. Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title : Technical Specialists (from Principal/Senior to Specialist) Location: Flexible (within our region) - hybrid working - office, site and home based Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37, Monday to Friday Salary: to be discussed at screening stage Storm overflows are very provocative and not acceptable to our customers and stakeholders. We want to lead the charge in resolving the current situation. That's where our Clean Rivers & Seas Task Force comes in, implementing pioneering and industry-leading solutions to reduce spills and reliance on overflows whilst also enhancing the environment for our communities. Currently delivering a £1.5billion programme over the next 10 years, and we are now expanding the team so we can continue to work in partnership to deliver a larger programme of sustainable and innovative interventions to reduce the use of storm overflows. We have a range of brand-new Technical Specialist roles available (from Principal/Senior to Specialist) created to join our Clean Rivers & Seas Task Force. About the role A critical technical role in the clean rivers and seas task force which ensures we have a technically creditable programme of works that delivers the spills reduction, where we need it, at the right pace. What you will be responsible for: The role will involve analysing wastewater catchment performance, modelling scenarios, proposing and reviewing technical solutions and monitoring performance. You will contribute to the technical design and assurance of the storm overflow programme - provide input, options, challenge, steer and governance to ensure we design & deliver a technically feasible set of interventions for our AMP8 programme. You will undertake the technical assurance of benefits from the storm overflow programme - design monitoring programmes, conduct modelling & analysis to ensure we measure the benefits of the interventions and justify our PR24 assumption base to secure circa £2billon investment. You will support innovative approaches for analysis with our Technical Lead and other thought leaders internally, in academia, across the UK water industry and the supply chain. What you'll bring to the role: You will have a strong technical bias (ideally engineering). You have superior data analytical skills. You will have hydraulic modelling experience (highly desirable). A can do attitude and can overcome complex challenges and obstacles. Can challenge colleagues and the supply chain to ensure robust interventions are designed and delivered. You will have 5-10 years' technical experience in Wastewater networks. Experience with a variety of analytical tools packages (ICM, SQL, R, ) Degree level technical (BEng MSc) qualifications in engineering. Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation.
Job Title: Health and Safety Advisor - Capital Delivery and Engineering Location: Flexible across Southern Water's region (Isle of Wight to Kent) - Hybrid working (with an expectation of site/office presence for 3 days of the week which may be at either one of our sites or at our Falmer office) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: Up to £58,500 for candidates who hold NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma (or equivalent) and have relevant industry and engineering experience. Circa £50,500 for candidates with a NEBOSH Level 3 General Certificate and relevant engineering or environmental experience, and ideally working towards NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma Where applicable, Southern Water will support progression to NEBOSH Level 6 as part of the role. About the role Are you passionate about creating safe, secure environments where employees and contractors can thrive? We are seeking a proactive and experienced Health and Safety Advisor to join our Capital Delivery team within the wider Health, Safety and Security (HSS) function at Southern Water. In this key role, you will provide professional health and safety advice and assurance across engineering and capital delivery projects, supporting compliance with legislation and helping to embed a strong safety culture across our infrastructure development and maintenance activities. You will work closely with engineering, design and project teams to influence safety from the earliest stages of project design, supporting HAZOP and safety design reviews, conduct site inspections as part of the pre-construction and commissioning phases, carry out auditing activities on our contractor management systems, and monitor safety performance and compliance with our CDM procedures, ensuring risks are effectively managed and lessons learned are shared. What you will be responsible for: Delivering and monitoring performance against Southern Water's Health, Safety and Security strategy and objectives within the Capital Delivery function. Providing expert health and safety advice to design, engineering and project teams, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, industry best practice and Southern Water standards. Leading site inspections, hazard identification activities and root cause investigations on capital delivery projects. Supporting and influencing engineering and design teams through practical coaching and mentoring to strengthen health and safety compliance and capability. Providing technical advice in high-risk areas, including temporary works, Construction Design and Management (CDM), site set-up, excavations, service avoidance, chemical storage and hazardous substances. Leading and supporting incident investigations within your area of responsibility, producing clear reports and recommending corrective and preventative actions. What you'll bring to the role: Essential Comprehensive knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and its practical application within design, planning and construction environments. Proven experience working in a health and safety advisory role, ideally within construction, engineering or capital delivery. NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma (or equivalent) qualification. Strong knowledge and application of CDM 2015 Regulations, especially from the client and Principal Designer perspective. Excellent communication skills, including investigation interviewing, report writing and the ability to influence a wide range of stakeholders. Full UK driving licence, due to the multi-site nature of the role. Desirable Membership of IOSH at CertIOSH level as a minimum (CMIOSH or CFIOSH highly desirable). Exposure to process safety. An engineering background, particularly mechanical or electrical. Water Industry experience.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Health and Safety Advisor - Capital Delivery and Engineering Location: Flexible across Southern Water's region (Isle of Wight to Kent) - Hybrid working (with an expectation of site/office presence for 3 days of the week which may be at either one of our sites or at our Falmer office) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: Up to £58,500 for candidates who hold NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma (or equivalent) and have relevant industry and engineering experience. Circa £50,500 for candidates with a NEBOSH Level 3 General Certificate and relevant engineering or environmental experience, and ideally working towards NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma Where applicable, Southern Water will support progression to NEBOSH Level 6 as part of the role. About the role Are you passionate about creating safe, secure environments where employees and contractors can thrive? We are seeking a proactive and experienced Health and Safety Advisor to join our Capital Delivery team within the wider Health, Safety and Security (HSS) function at Southern Water. In this key role, you will provide professional health and safety advice and assurance across engineering and capital delivery projects, supporting compliance with legislation and helping to embed a strong safety culture across our infrastructure development and maintenance activities. You will work closely with engineering, design and project teams to influence safety from the earliest stages of project design, supporting HAZOP and safety design reviews, conduct site inspections as part of the pre-construction and commissioning phases, carry out auditing activities on our contractor management systems, and monitor safety performance and compliance with our CDM procedures, ensuring risks are effectively managed and lessons learned are shared. What you will be responsible for: Delivering and monitoring performance against Southern Water's Health, Safety and Security strategy and objectives within the Capital Delivery function. Providing expert health and safety advice to design, engineering and project teams, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, industry best practice and Southern Water standards. Leading site inspections, hazard identification activities and root cause investigations on capital delivery projects. Supporting and influencing engineering and design teams through practical coaching and mentoring to strengthen health and safety compliance and capability. Providing technical advice in high-risk areas, including temporary works, Construction Design and Management (CDM), site set-up, excavations, service avoidance, chemical storage and hazardous substances. Leading and supporting incident investigations within your area of responsibility, producing clear reports and recommending corrective and preventative actions. What you'll bring to the role: Essential Comprehensive knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and its practical application within design, planning and construction environments. Proven experience working in a health and safety advisory role, ideally within construction, engineering or capital delivery. NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma (or equivalent) qualification. Strong knowledge and application of CDM 2015 Regulations, especially from the client and Principal Designer perspective. Excellent communication skills, including investigation interviewing, report writing and the ability to influence a wide range of stakeholders. Full UK driving licence, due to the multi-site nature of the role. Desirable Membership of IOSH at CertIOSH level as a minimum (CMIOSH or CFIOSH highly desirable). Exposure to process safety. An engineering background, particularly mechanical or electrical. Water Industry experience.
