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Summary:Are you an experienced and proactive Project Manager with a passion for delivering critical infrastructure projects? We're searching for a talented individual to lead a diverse portfolio of clean water infrastructure projects, guiding them from inception through to successful completion and handover. In this vital role, you'll oversee projects that typically involve treatment works upgrades, pipeline installations and rehabilitations, reservoir maintenance, and pumping station improvements, directly contributing to the reliable supply of clean water to our communities. As a key member of our team, you'll be accountable for the safe and successful delivery of your assigned projects, measured by their adherence to strict time, cost, and quality standards. A core requirement of this position is your proficient management of contracts, particularly utilizing the NEC (New Engineering Contract) suite. You'll ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality, all while expertly managing risk and stakeholder expectations. Although this role offers flexible/hybrid working (office/home), you will be expected to travel to any&nbsp; location or site within South East Water’s supply areas, as required, as part of the project(s) you are working on.Main responsibilities:<ul><li>Project Delivery: Manage the full project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure for assigned clean water infrastructure projects.</li><li>Contract Management: Lead the administration and management of contracts, primarily within the NEC3/NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) framework. This involves overseeing the entire contract lifecycle, from award through to final accounts, while ensuring all parties remain contractually compliant. You'll proactively manage communications, compensation events, early warnings, program submissions, payments, and dispute resolution in line with NEC procedures.</li><li>Scope &amp; Schedule Management:Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables. Develop and manage detailed project schedules and work plans, tracking progress and implementing corrective actions as needed.</li><li>Budget &amp; Cost Control:Develop project budgets, monitor expenditure, forecast costs, and manage financial performance to ensure delivery within approved funding.&nbsp;</li><li>Risk &amp; Opportunity Management:Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks. Proactively manage the early warning process and identify opportunities for project enhancement or efficiency.</li><li>Stakeholder Engagement:Liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including operations teams, engineering/design consultants, contractors, regulatory bodies (e.g., Ofwat, Environment Agency, DWI), customers, and local authorities. To maintain and enhance the reputation of South East Water.</li><li>Quality Assurance:Ensure all project deliverables meet required technical specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements specific to the water industry.</li><li>Health, Safety &amp; Environment (HSE): To take a lead on the safe delivery of projects and contribute to the continuous improvement of the delivery team's safety culture. Champion a strong HSE culture. Ensure all project activities comply with company policies, CDM regulations, and relevant environmental legislation.</li><li>Reporting: Provide regular and accurate project progress reports, highlighting key achievements, risks, issues, and financial status to senior management and stakeholders. To develop, present and gain corporate approval for project or sub-programme business cases, in line with the Company's governance processes.</li><li>Team Leadership &amp; Coordination:Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams (internal staff, consultants, contractors) to achieve project objectives. Foster a collaborative and performance-driven project environment.</li></ul>You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management) or equivalent demonstrable experience.</li><li>NEC Accreditation: Must hold NEC3 or NEC4 Project Manager Accreditation (ECC). Alternatively, provide evidence of extensive, hands-on experience successfully managing multiple projects as a Project Manager under NEC3/NEC4 ECC conditions.</li><li>Professional Project Management qualification (e.g., APM PMQ/PPQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP).</li><li>Project Management: Proven ability to manage complex infrastructure projects through the entire lifecycle. Strong planning, organisational, and time management skills.</li><li>Contract Management (NEC Expertise): Demonstrable, in-depth understanding and practical application of the NEC3/NEC4 ECC suite is essential.</li><li>Technical Acumen: Good understanding of civil engineering, M&amp;E, or process principles, ideally within the water/wastewater sector. Ability to understand technical drawings and specifications.</li><li>Significant, proven experience managing infrastructure projects, preferably within the utilities, civil engineering, or construction sectors of the water industry.</li><li>Financial Management: Strong budget management, cost control, and financial forecasting skills.</li><li>IT Proficiency: Competent in using project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6) and standard office software (MS Office Suite, Google Workspace).</li></ul>It will be a bonus if you have:Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>Chartered status with a relevant professional body (e.g., ICE, IMechE, CIWEM, APM).</li><li>Familiarity with water industry regulations and standards.</li></ul>​ 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:<ul><li>Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.</li><li>5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.</li><li>Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.</li><li>Paid volunteering days.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Health cash plan.</li><li>Life assurance.</li><li>Wellbeing related benefits.</li></ul>​​ What can you expect from your recruitment?<ul><li>To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.</li><li>It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.</li><li>Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.</li></ul>​ 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:£70,555 plus car allowance

South East Water

Project Manager

Summary:Do you have a talent for plumbing and a passion for water conservation? Are you looking for a role where you can make a tangible impact on customers' lives and contribute to a sustainable future?We're looking for a friendly and skilled Waterlink Plumber to join our team. In this varied role, you'll be the go-to person for all things plumbing – from fixing leaky pipes and replacing old systems to keeping internal plumbing running smoothly.You'll also be a water-saving champion, conducting Water Efficiency Audits, installing devices that help customers conserve water, and sharing your best tips on how they can also save money and be more eco-friendly.You'll help us keep track of how things are going by reporting on your progress and customer interactions. We also need your keen eye to assist with exciting new projects, reviewing plans and visiting sites to help us figure out costs.&nbsp;You'll even get to lend a hand in making sure our plumbing projects run safely and efficiently, working alongside our contractors and in-house team.&nbsp;Customer happiness is important to us, so you'll always make sure every customer interaction is a positive one. You'll also be part of our Waterlink Plumbing standby team, providing emergency assistance out and about when it's most needed.Are you ready to join us in making a real difference? Apply now and become a vital part of the South East Water team!Main Responsibilities<ul><li>To take detailed records of the works for cost, measurement and quality. To produce detailed accurate records of as built details for completed schemes.&nbsp;</li><li>To assist in the supervision of site work including responsibility for the quality of workmanship, health, safety, programme compliance, cost efficiency and customer/client liaison.</li><li>Confidently explain to customers what work is being carried out ensuring the customer is being left with peace of mind.</li><li>Ensure that the team understands customer needs, managing their expectations and dealing with queries and complaints fairly.</li><li>Work as part of the Waterlink team assisting both office and field team functions when required, including other geographical areas as and when required.</li><li>Put forward innovative ways of solving internal/external Customer Side Leak repairs by seeking the appropriate information and / or other methods of assessment.</li><li>Put forward innovative ways of solving internal/external Customer Side Leak repairs by seeking the appropriate information and / or other methods of assessment.</li><li>Deal with issues that arise in an effective manner seeking help when required.</li><li>Implement plumbing works whilst ensuring work is carried out in accordance with best practice and complies with all relevant regulations.</li><li>Ensure that quality, environmental and Health and Safety policies are considered on every project and works are routinely audited to ensure standards are maintained.&nbsp;</li></ul>You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>Level 2 City and Guild Plumbing Qualification.</li><li>Strong operational and industry knowledge and experience is essential.</li><li>Effective communication and interpersonal Skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.</li></ul>It will be a bonus if you have:Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>EUSR Water Hygiene Card.&nbsp;</li><li>WIAPS approved Plumber.</li><li>Level 3 City and Guild Plumbing qualification.</li></ul>​ 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:<ul><li>Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.</li><li>5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.</li><li>Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.</li><li>Paid volunteering days.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Health cash plan.</li><li>Life assurance.</li><li>Wellbeing related benefits.</li></ul>​​ What can you expect from your recruitment?<ul><li>To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.</li><li>It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.</li><li>Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.</li></ul>​ 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:From £32,292 - £37,500 p.a. (dependent on experience)

Waterlink Plumbing Technician

Summary:Join our team as a Catchment Advisor in the the Kent region 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:<ul><li>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).</li><li>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.</li><li>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.</li><li>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.</li><li>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.</li><li>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.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>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.&nbsp;</li><li>Support the business with reactive, emergency environmental advice to minimise environmental impact of work and to reduce the likelihood of environmental prosecutions.</li></ul>You'll need:Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>​​​Educated to degree level in an environmental / related discipline.</li><li>The ability to understand the diverse world of catchment management.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent Stakeholder management skills – with the gravitas and communication skills needed to explain and gain buy-in to complex environmental processes / solutions.</li><li>Demonstrable experience of working within or alongside the water industry to provide catchment management or environmental protection services.</li><li>Experience of working with diverse stakeholder groups in an environmental setting.</li><li>Experience of working within / alongside regulatory bodies.&nbsp;</li><li>Clean driving licence as occasional visits to other sites will be required.</li></ul>​ 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:<ul><li>Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.</li><li>5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.</li><li>Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.</li><li>Paid volunteering days.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Health cash plan.</li><li>Life assurance.</li><li>Wellbeing related benefits.</li></ul>​​ What can you expect from your recruitment?<ul><li>To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.</li><li>It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.</li><li>Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.</li></ul>​ 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)

Catchment Advisor - Kent

Summary:Do you want to be the strategist who pre-plans optimal routes and ensures drivers stay compliant and covered—every day, every shift? Are you looking to maximise your expertise in route management and driver coordination to keep our tankers on the right path, avoiding pitfalls and ensuring smooth operations? This role is key to ensure routes are pre-planned and drivers are given the recommended routes to avoid vehicles using incorrect routes. To ensure driver holidays, sickness, driver hours are managed ensuring there is enough cover to operate tankers and to avoid breaching driver regulations. To raise work streams through the company management system and to work closely with other departments ensuring all work activity is recorded.Main responsibilities:<ul><li>To plan / re-plan heavy good vehicle routes ensuring routes are pre-planned for drivers to avoid vehicles accessing restricted routes.</li><li>To manage driver rota, hours, rest times, breaks, holidays, and sickness ensuring drivers do not exceed their driving hours and having ample rest times.</li><li>Create job packs for drivers ensuring they are passed and supplied to tanker lead / driver for signature. All documents to be signed, scanned, and saved to file.</li><li>To manage drivers ensuring all work is planned, job packs are completed and compliant.</li><li>To organise MOT’s, Servicing, maintenance and keep a record of all activity. This is to be reported into Tanker lead.</li><li>Liaise with distribution, production and other areas of the company ensuring all planned / reactive activity is raised correctly through the company management system.</li></ul>You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>Water Hygiene Qualification.</li><li>Experience in a planning and scheduling environment.&nbsp;</li><li>Water industry or emergency planning knowledge and experience.</li></ul> It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>Water Industry background in an operational environment.</li><li>Evidence experience working on emergency response scenarios.</li><li>Evidence of planning and scheduling in a logistics company.</li></ul>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:<ul><li>Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.</li><li>5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.</li><li>Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.</li><li>Paid volunteering days.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Health cash plan.</li><li>Life assurance.</li><li>Wellbeing related benefits.</li></ul>​​ What can you expect from your recruitment?<ul><li>To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.</li><li>It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.</li><li>Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.</li></ul>​ 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:£33,120

Logistics Planning Coordinator

Summary:As a&nbsp;Production Technician (Mechanical),&nbsp;You'll apply your expertise in undertaking planned, preventative and condition based maintenance on a variety of mechanical and process control equipment, directly impacting our ability to meet customer demands.&nbsp;This is a critical role for a hands-on professional who values safety and efficiency and being an integral part of a high performing team.Main responsibilities:<ul><li>Be responsible for the planned maintenance of mechanical plant and water treatment related equipment including various types of pumps, motors, dosing equipment and water quality analysers to contribute towards the reliable and efficient operation of our production works and associated sites.</li><li>Accurate and timely completion of all necessary administration associated with planned maintenance work including updates onto our business and work management systems.</li><li>Work in line with company policies, procedures and safe systems of work.</li><li>Routine administration (e.g. timesheets, health and safety forms, vehicle record sheets etc.)</li><li>Planned replacement of obsolete mechanical plant and equipment.</li><li>Capturing and recording site based asset information.</li><li>Site manual updates and maintenance where applicable.</li><li>Issue Permits to Work where required.</li><li>Driving Company vehicles which may also include the towing of plant and equipment.</li><li>Ensure sites are left in a clean and tidy condition upon completion of planned maintenance works.</li></ul>You'll need:Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>Qualified to City and Guilds with at least 3 years maintenance experience, HNC or hold a relevant technical qualification</li><li>Medically able to work in confined spaces</li><li>A valid clean driving licence.</li><li>Previous experience of working with a planned maintenance schedule</li><li>Highly organised individual with the ability to work under your own direction</li><li>Confident using IT and computers</li><li>Previous experience in the Water industry.</li></ul>​ 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:<ul><li>Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.</li><li>5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.</li><li>Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.</li><li>Paid volunteering days.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Health cash plan.</li><li>Life assurance.</li><li>Wellbeing related benefits.</li></ul>​​ What can you expect from your recruitment?<ul><li>To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.</li><li>It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.</li><li>Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.</li></ul>​ 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:£38,000 - £44,000 (dependent on experience) + Company Van

Production Technician (Mechanical)

Summary:As a&nbsp;Production Technician (Electrical), you will apply your expertise in undertaking planned, preventative and condition based maintenance on critical electrical systems and equipment. This will include everything from control panels, water pumps to motors and water quality analysers.This is a critical role for a hands-on professional who values safety and efficiency and being part of a high performing team.Main responsibilities:<ul><li>Undertake planned preventative and condition based maintenance including&nbsp; replacement of obsolete electrical plant and water treatment related equipment including several types of control panels, pumps, motors to contribute towards the reliable and efficient operation of our production works and operational sites.</li><li>Accurate recording keeping linked to planned maintenance work.</li><li>Ensure business systems and work management systems are kept up to date.</li><li>Help to complete administration (e.g., timesheets, health and safety forms, vehicle record sheets etc.)</li><li>Update site operating manuals relating to planned maintenance and replacement of obsolete works in site manuals.</li><li>Collate and record site based asset information</li><li>Adhere to all Health &amp; Safety legislation, company policies and Production “Standard Operating Procedures” (SOP)</li></ul> You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>You are electrically qualified to at least Level 3 NVQ Diploma or equivalent (e.g. HNC, apprenticeship etc) with at least 3 years maintenance experience</li><li>Previous experience working in the water industry</li><li>Ability to fault find and problem-solving electrical equipment in a planned way.</li><li>Highly organised individual with the ability to work under your own direction.</li><li>Confident using IT and computers to be able to update records and reports.</li><li>A valid clean driving licence.</li></ul>​ 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:<ul><li>Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.</li><li>5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.</li><li>Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.</li><li>Paid volunteering days.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Health cash plan.</li><li>Life assurance.</li><li>Wellbeing related benefits.</li></ul>​​ What can you expect from your recruitment?<ul><li>To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.</li><li>It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.</li><li>Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.</li></ul>​ 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:£38,000 - £44,000 (dependent on experience) + Company Van

Production Technician (Electrical)

Summary:Do you have a strong understanding of the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) and RSA requirements?Are you adept at critically evaluating environmental reports and providing expert feedback?As RSA Advisor you will support the delivery of the RSA element of the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP).&nbsp;The role will help to direct the work our consultants do for RSA, critically reviewing and challenging reports delivered by consultants with their expert knowledge of at least one of the key subject areas (e.g. hydrogeology, hydrology, geomorphology, aquatic ecology).You will work closely with our catchment scientists to set-up and collect data from our catchments for RSA schemes and understand the need for robust data that stand up to scrutiny.&nbsp;The RSA Advisor will attend regulatory meetings and be able to technically input and challenge discussions with their expert knowledge of subjects. Main responsibilities:<ul><li>Supporting the delivery of RSA WINEP investigations and options appraisal delivered by consultants</li><li>Working alongside consultants to develop catchment monitoring strategies for sustainable abstraction and supporting our catchment scientists and sub-contractors with the delivery of these catchment monitoring strategies. Negotiating land access for surveys.</li><li>Contributing and inputting into regulatory meetings and technically challenging key areas of the discussion to ensure that our abstractions are sustainable and the right outcomes are progressed though to the end.</li><li>Critically reviewing and challenging consultants technical reports through their own sound knowledge of a specialist area.</li><li>Sound decision making skills based on evidence and understanding of evidence collected and modelled.</li><li>Write and coordinate technical reports, communication documents to a high standard to meet robust internal and regulatory deadlines.</li></ul>You'll need:Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>Technically qualified environmentalist (with a degree, HND or equivalent work related experience) and relevant, demonstrable work experience.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to work alongside multiple departments and regulators.</li><li>Excellent data interpretation skills, reflecting the need to use the data to inform and influence stakeholders.</li><li>Proficient with the use of GIS and spatial data analysis tools.</li><li>Full, clean driving licence and ability to travel across Company region/areas as required.</li><li>Experience of working in water resources / water industry / environmental regulation.</li></ul> It will be a bonus if you have:Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>Knowledge of Water Industry Water Resource Guidance.</li><li>Specialism in one of the following: hydrogeology, hydrology, hydro-ecology, water industry water resource planning.</li><li>Experience of designing catchment monitoring to answer questions related to abstraction impacts / sustainable abstraction</li></ul>​ 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:<ul><li>Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.</li><li>5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.</li><li>Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.</li><li>Paid volunteering days.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Health cash plan.</li><li>Life assurance.</li><li>Wellbeing related benefits.</li></ul>​​ What can you expect from your recruitment?<ul><li>To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.</li><li>It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.</li><li>Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.</li></ul>​ 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)

Restoring Sustainable Abstraction Advisor (RSA)

Summary:As a Finance Administration Assistant, you'll play a vital role in our Waterlink team by managing all finance services. This includes handling the complete invoicing cycle - from raising and processing payments to efficiently resolving queries and managing credits or refunds. You'll also be responsible for monitoring and recording all contractor time claims and their associated paperwork. Your ability to collaborate and support your colleagues will be essential to ensuring the entire department meets its targets and objectives.Main Responsibilities:<ul><li>Respond to enquiries and queries in a professional and efficient manner.</li><li>To competently deal with sensitive card data information and take relevant correct payments and raise required paperwork and invoices on return.</li><li>To match, code and process received sales invoices, ensure suppliers are paid on a timely basis.</li><li>Provide an excellent customer experience by being flexible to resolve all customer contacts within the company timescales.</li><li>To raise credits and refunds as required.</li><li>To invoice, request PO’S and deal with the finance element of aerial access requests.</li><li>Prioritise work to ensure that targets are achieved.</li><li>To monitor, oversee and record all contractors invoices, time claims and other associated paperwork.</li><li>To monitor the Waterlink and SEW GP finance systems, to ensure that Waterlink remains on top of all finance processes.</li><li>Act as the initial escalation point for queries or complaints.</li><li>To support the Waterlink Finance lead at month and year end with account processes.</li></ul>Skills/Qualifications/Experience:<ul><li>Previous customer service and Finance experience essential.</li><li>Good knowledge of Microsoft/Google packages, especially Excel/Sheets and Word/Docs.</li><li>GCSE grades A-C standard or equivalent.</li><li>Strong organisational and communication skills.</li></ul>​ 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:<ul><li>Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.</li><li>5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.</li><li>Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.</li><li>Paid volunteering days.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Health cash plan.</li><li>Life assurance.</li><li>Wellbeing related benefits.</li></ul>​​ What can you expect from your recruitment?<ul><li>To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.</li><li>It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.</li><li>Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.</li></ul>​ If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency.Compensation package:up to £26,910 p.a.

Waterlink Finance Administration Assistant

Summary:Are you a skilled problem-solver who can deliver results through others?Do you have a talent for managing partners and holding them accountable to high standards?We're looking for a Delivery &amp; Assurance Lead to join our team as we roll out our Smart Meter project.&nbsp;This is an opportunity to oversee the entire installation process, ensuring our partners deliver on their promises and that every installation is safe and accurate.&nbsp;If you're ready to make a significant impact by managing performance, ensuring quality, and driving continuous improvement, we want to hear from you!Main Responsibilities:<ul><li>Delivery &amp; Planning: You’ll oversee the whole smart meter installation programme, making sure everything aligns with our strategic plan. You'll also handle the nitty-gritty of operational planning, from managing stock to scheduling jobs with our partners to get the best out of our engineers and routes.</li><li>Partner Management: You'll be the main point of contact for our installation partners, building strong, collaborative relationships. This means regular performance reviews, holding partners accountable if they fall short, and driving initiatives to improve performance, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.</li><li>Quality Assurance: You'll take ownership of our Quality Assurance (QA) framework, conducting on-site and remote audits to make sure installations meet safety standards and regulations. You’ll also be responsible for investigating any quality failures, incidents, or complaints to get to the root cause and put preventative measures in place.</li><li>Reporting: You'll develop and maintain performance reports and dashboards to give our Smart Metering Manager a clear view of how we’re doing on delivery, partner performance, and QA outcomes. You’ll also analyse data to spot trends and find opportunities for continuous improvement across the whole installation process.</li></ul>What you'll need:Experience/Skills/Qualifications<ul><li>You'll need solid experience managing third-party contractors or installation partners, including setting expectations, running performance reviews, and holding them accountable to KPIs and SLAs.</li><li>You should be great at analysing data, identifying trends, and creating insightful reports.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong communication skills are a must, as you’ll need to build relationships with both internal teams and external partners.&nbsp;</li><li>We also need someone who's a natural problem-solver, able to quickly diagnose issues and find effective solutions.</li><li>A good grasp of commercial principles and contracts is essential for managing our partner relationships and ensuring we’re getting value for money.</li><li>Given the focus on quality and safety, a meticulous approach and attention to detail is essential.</li></ul>It will be a bonus if you have (desirable):<ul><li>A background in Business, Management, or Engineering.</li><li>A proven track record in an operational or project delivery role.</li><li>Experience with quality management frameworks and conducting audits</li></ul>​ 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:<ul><li>Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.</li><li>5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.</li><li>Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.</li><li>Paid volunteering days.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Health cash plan.</li><li>Life assurance.</li><li>Wellbeing related benefits.</li></ul>​​ What can you expect from your recruitment?<ul><li>To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.</li><li>It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.</li><li>Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.</li></ul>​ 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:£35,000 - £42,000 + Car Allowance of £6254.61 p.a.

Delivery & Assurance Lead

Summary:Do you have a passion for delivering process engineering excellence that meets regulatory and quality standards?&nbsp; Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping water infrastructure through innovative process engineering?&nbsp; If this sounds like you, then you’ll want to learn more about this opportunity…&nbsp; We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for.&nbsp; As Process Engineer you will provide and ensure the quality of all deliverables meet SEW and regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for your own technical deliverables whilst providing support and coaching to other staff as required. This includes ensuring that Engineering outputs align with the Asset, Regulatory, Water Quality and Operational strategies of the business.&nbsp;&nbsp; You will be accountable for evaluation and selection of process options during project feasibility and design, incorporating efficiencies and innovation into their solutions to deliver the business need. You will liaise with internal stakeholders as well as collaboratively engage with Contractors as part of the capital delivery programme.&nbsp;&nbsp; Although this role offers hybrid working, you will be expected to travel to any location or site within South East Water’s supply areas, as required, as part of the project(s) you or your team are working on e.g. pre-construction and construction phase elements such as scoping or Contractor progress/design review meetings, defect reviews etc.&nbsp;Main responsibilities<ul><li>Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop and appraise process design solutions for water treatment works. Providing technical solutions and support on complex capital projects, including the production of project scoping documents, Works &amp; Site Information, Design Drawings, CDM Documents and compilation of job packs to required deadlines</li><li>Prepare process design calculations and reviewing Contractor design calculations</li><li>Evaluate Whole Life Cost and TOTEX costings for process solutions</li><li>Develop Process and asset performance guarantees</li><li>Develop robust risk assessed solutions that deliver value to the business</li><li>Ensure quality of deliverables meet business and regulatory needs, including Check and Review of project scopes ensuring they achieve the required outputs and quality standards</li></ul>You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>HNC/HND, Degree level or equivalent, preferably in chemical engineering or a relevant proven scientific or engineering field</li><li>Sound knowledge of the relevant regulations and Process Engineering specific standards and practices.</li><li>Chartered Engineer or working towards Chartered status would be advantageous.</li><li>Knowledge of designing and/or optimising clean water treatment processes, or relevant applicable knowledge/skills</li><li>Excellent communication skills and an ability to collaborate and influence colleagues</li><li>Ability to demonstrate and implement sound engineering judgement, identifying innovative solutions to complex problems</li><li>Competent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite - knowledge of Google Workspace would be beneficial</li><li>Excellent time management skills</li><li>A passion for continuous professional development</li><li>Experience in a relevant technical role within the water industry, ideally focused on clean water treatment processes</li><li>Awareness and understanding of industry standards, regulations and specifications</li></ul>​ 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:<ul><li>Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.</li><li>5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.</li><li>Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.</li><li>Paid volunteering days.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Health cash plan.</li><li>Life assurance.</li><li>Wellbeing related benefits.</li></ul>​​ What can you expect from your recruitment?<ul><li>To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.</li><li>It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.</li><li>Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.</li></ul>​ 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:£40,500 - £45,500

26 Full time Jobs in Detling, Maidstone ME14, UK