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Summary:Ready to take the lead to make a real, lasting impact? Looking for a role where your expertise will directly shape the future of our region’s water supply for generations to come? This is a career-defining opportunity to lead two of the most significant infrastructure programmes in our history. This is your opportunity to join us as Head of Major Projects, a key leadership role, responsible for the successful delivery of South East Water's Broad Oak and Arlington Reservoir projects under the Direct Procurement for Customers (DPC) and Regulators’ Alliance for Progressing Infrastructure Development (RAPID) frameworks. You won't just be managing a project; you'll develop the overall strategy, lead and manage teams to ensure our major projects are scoped, delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget, meeting the high standards of quality and environmental performance required by SEW, its customers and regulators. It’s a complex and rewarding challenge where you can truly make your mark.Accountabilities: ● Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with all internal and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth project delivery and serve as a primary point of contact for external stakeholders, including Ofwat, RAPID, the Environment Agency, and local communities. ● Manage governance compliance through the RAPID gated process, ensuring all submissions are timely and accurate. ● Manage the DPC competitive tender process, including the evaluation and selection of the Competitively Appointed Provider (CAP). ● Drive innovation and new approaches to unlock programme opportunities, test delivery plans, proactively resolve emerging issues, build confidence with regulators, the investor market and delivery stakeholders. ● Engage with the supplier market to build an understanding of and appetite for the delivery model using insights gained to improve and refine our approaches. ● Work with SEW PMO to oversee the development of robust project plans, risk registers, and governance structures to ensure effective project control and transparent reporting. ● Chair and own Steering Group governance process providing regular and accurate reports on project progress, performance, and key risks to SEW senior leadership team and Board ● Ensure visibility of risks and issues through routine reporting and be proactive in how these are addressed within SEW and with our wider stakeholder groups. ● Work with procurement and legal teams to negotiate and manage complex contracts with DPC partners, consultants, and contractors. ● Shape and operationalise a programmatic approach to delivery, creating clarity, insight and performance ● Responsible for the financial performance of the major projects portfolio, including budget setting, forecasting, and cost control. ● Ensure effective commercial and contract management, mitigating financial and commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle. ● Lead, mentor, and develop the Major Projects team fostering a culture of excellence, safety, and accountability. ● Ensure the team is equipped with the necessary skills, resources, and tools to effectively deliver the major projects programme. ● Promote a safe working environment and ensure all projects adhere to the SEW health, safety, and environmental policies. Essential Skills/ Qualifications: ● Experienced project delivery professional with a comprehensive understanding of major infrastructure delivery, regulatory landscapes, and large-scale infrastructure delivery models. ● Significant knowledge and proven experience of major project delivery, ideally in an infrastructure sector with PFI/DBO or similar financing models managing substantial commercial risk across a complex regulatory environment. ● A leadership style which inspires, motivates, and promotes collaboration to develop high performing, innovative and inclusive teams. ● Demonstrable experience in managing multi-million-pound capital programmes and delivering large-scale, complex infrastructure projects, with a significant portion in a senior leadership role. ● A relevant degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field. ● A relevant Professional qualification in project or programme management (e.g., APM Chartered Project Professional, PRINCE2, MoP, MSP) ● Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly in negotiation, influencing and engagement, with the ability to build trust, confidence and lasting partnerships across organisations. ● Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team. ● Strong commercial and contractual knowledge. ● Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.​ We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That’s why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water.Benefits package:<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:<ul><li>Package starting from £120,000+ (flexibility depending on experience)</li><li>£9,844 Car allowance</li><li>Senior Management Bonus</li></ul>

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Head of Major Projects

Summary:This is a 12 month fixed-term-contract. Do you have an enthusiasm for learning and development? Are you an experienced and adaptable trainer? Then don’t miss this exciting new role… We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. You’ll take up this exciting role to design and deliver a variety of training and development programmes under the guidance of the Organisational Development (OD) Specialist. You’ll enhance the learner experience by creating engaging course content and learning material so that delegates reach desired learning outcomes. Training delivery experience is essential along with a background working within an OD, training or HR environment. You’re qualified to CIPD Level 3 or equivalent. In return, you’ll get to apply your passion for training delivery to develop the diverse range of talent communities within our business. This includes everything from scientific to engineering teams, together with office based and field based colleagues. Coordinating training and development programmes to be well organised and expertly executed will be key to your success. You’ll also ensure that records, processes and documentation are accurately updated within our learning management system (Cornerstone). As someone that sees the bigger picture, you’ll work closely with our OD Specialist to ensure future learning and development needs are identified and that we have the right plans in place to deliver. So, this is an excellent opportunity to use your self-driven, highly organised and collaborative approach to make your mark on this new opportunity and contribute to the success of our HR team.Main responsibilities:<ul><li>Work with the OD Specialist to ensure OD initiatives support the wider achievement of the four strategic focus areas of the people plan.</li><li>Working closely with OD Specialist, engage and understand requirements to ensure that all development programmes and organisational change projects support the strategic direction of the organisation both now and in the future.</li><li>Support the OD Specialist to ensure all OD programmes are effectively co-ordinated and resources prepared as appropriate.</li><li>Supporting the OD Specialist where appropriate to engage directly with relevant business areas to ensure that the identification of learning need is appropriately understood and scoped, designed with the end user in mind and provides measures of success after roll out.</li><li>Design and deliver a variety of training programmes for the business, with the guidance of the OD Specialist where appropriate.</li><li>&nbsp;Contributes to continuous improvement and ongoing delivery of programmes in conjunction with HR information systems (eg: TAP) to drive system improvements to enhance the employee experience.</li><li>To coach and develop staff through training programmes designed to support continuous improvement in the business.&nbsp;</li><li>Makes efforts to understand trends, new technology and best practices in the training area and suggests solutions to enhance existing talent management practices.</li><li>Manages relationships with external providers where content cannot be delivered in-house.</li><li>Takes ownership for personal development.</li></ul> Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>To be qualified to CIPD level 3 or equivalent and a full driving license.</li><li>Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to interact with individuals and across all organisational levels.</li><li>The ability to work as part of a team as well as being able to work independently with minimal supervision. &nbsp;</li><li>Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities including good time management and taking accountability for tasks and issues. &nbsp;</li><li>Strong IT skills to curate training material are essential.</li><li>Has demonstrable experience in working within an OD, training or HR team.&nbsp;</li><li>Previous training delivery experience.&nbsp;</li></ul> It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>Any additional L&amp;D qualifications, Insights or other personality profiling tools.</li><li>Excellent trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Coaching skills.</li><li>Knowledge and experience of using an LMS (in particular the Cornerstone LMS).</li><li>Has training design experience.&nbsp;</li><li>Has coaching experience.</li><li>Has training delivery experience using a variety of approaches e.g. F2F, online.</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:£28,000 - £35,000

Training Advisor

Summary:Are you ready to take the next step in your HR career and make a real impact on how we support our people? Do you want to join a reputable, established company that truly invests in its employees and offers clear career growth?We're hiring a HR Case Advisor to join our team at our Snodland office. This is a fantastic opportunity for an HR professional with solid generalist experience gained in a fast paced environment who is looking to specialise in Employee Relations (ER).If you are currently an HR Assistant or HR Advisor who's ready to transition into a dedicated ER role and manage your own caseload, we encourage you to apply! This position is designed to be a clear pathway to future advancement in the field of Employee Relations.In this role, you’ll be the go-to person for managers and colleagues, providing essential guidance and support on all things ER-related. Think discipline, grievance, conduct, and capability, with a constant focus on ensuring fairness and consistency, and making sure we comply with all company policies and UK employment law. It is crucial that you have completed your Level 5 CIPD and have the relevant knowledge and experience to hit the ground running.&nbsp;A big part of your day will be absence management, where you'll be coaching managers through the process, providing them with the necessary data, and ensuring a supportive and safe return-to-work is in place. You'll also be an expert in process adherence, helping to upskill our managers so they can proactively manage their teams. Additionally, you’ll be leading on Data Subject Access Request (DSAR) cases, gathering and redacting data in collaboration with our data protection team.This isn't just about managing cases, though; it’s about using your analytical skills to spot patterns, flag risks, and provide data-driven insights through accurate reporting. You’ll be working alongside our HR Business Partners (HRBPs) and have a dotted line into them, giving you great exposure and support. We offer a hybrid working set up the chance to join a vibrant, friendly team with career opportunities.&nbsp;Main Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide expert guidance and support to managers and employees on a variety of HR matters, including disciplinary actions, grievance proceedings, and probation issues, ensuring all documentation and meetings comply with relevant policies and employment law.</li><li>Lead on managing employee absences, proactively working with line managers to minimise duration, support long-term cases, and balance business needs with individual circumstances.</li><li>Facilitate occupational health referrals and follow-ups as required.</li><li>Lead and collaborate on Data Subject Access Request (DSAR) cases, gathering data from HR and company systems for current and former employees.</li><li>Develop, update, and proactively coach managers with comprehensive documentation and guides to empower them for effective self-service case management.</li><li>Conduct data analysis and report monthly figures to identify patterns, risks, and areas for proactive intervention to support People Plan objectives.</li><li>Mediate and facilitate disputes to reduce the number of formal cases.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date systems and comprehensive case files through detailed case notes to ensure accountability and transparency.</li><li>Provide flexible support to the broader HR function and HRBPs, including minute-taking at complex ER cases.</li><li>Propose policy and procedure changes or improvements to instil best practice.</li></ul>What you'll need<ul><li>CIPD Level 5 qualification (This must be completed, not currently being worked towards).</li><li>Proven experience operating in a high-volume, fast-paced HR environment, with a strong background in disciplinary, grievance, DSARs, and absence management.</li><li>Confidence and knowledge in the field of UK employment law and data protection and privacy.</li><li>A proven ability to translate Company policies and procedures into fair and consistent solutions.</li><li>Strong analytical skills, comfortable working with numbers, statistics, and analysing trend data.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and efficient record-keeping for case file management.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work effectively across all levels of management.</li><li>Experience in coaching managers and colleagues on best practice case management.</li><li>Excellent IT skills, including proficiency with HR systems (Workday is desirable) and Google Workspace</li></ul>It will be a bonus if you have (desirable)<ul><li>Accredited Mediator status</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 £32,000 p.a.

HR Case Advisor

Summary:Are you a Hydrogeologist looking to apply your expertise to vital, large-scale projects and make a tangible impact on water security in the South East? Do you want to work for a company that values your technical skills, offers a great work-life balance, and invests in your ongoing professional development? We're looking for an experienced Hydrogeologist to join our Engineering team. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity where you'll be involved in the full lifecycle of our capital engineering projects—from initial feasibility and scoping right through to detailed design, construction, and commissioning. You'll be a key technical contributor, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team on challenging projects that ensure the resilience of our water supply. If you're ready to share your knowledge, take ownership of complex technical deliverables, and drive the hydrogeological output for essential infrastructure, this role offers the perfect blend of impact, challenge, and purpose.Main responsibilities:<ul><li>Development of technical solutions and coordinating work with multi-disciplinary teams.</li><li>Production of technical reports and the ability to work independently and as a team member to carry out checking, reviews and approval of complex technical reports and analyses.</li><li>Analysis of options and selection of technical solutions as appropriate.</li><li>Feel empowered to act on the best available data within the guidelines of SEW and Regulatory frameworks.</li><li>Ensuring contractors work complies with both SEW, Regulatory and Industry best practice.</li><li>Assistance in preparation of scoping documents, project reports and close out documents in concert with contractors and other SEW teams.</li><li>Review and authorize technical works for final sign off by Lead Hydrogeologist.</li><li>Support direct reports when working independently&nbsp;either on projects or in the field.</li><li>Maintain BH condition database and use best judgement when assessing criteria.</li><li>On-site inspection of works and surveys in accordance with industry best practice and regulatory guidance.</li><li>Challenge preconceptions and approach problems with new perspectives.</li><li>Participation in multi disciplinary meetings to ensure the smooth tranisition of iformation.</li></ul>You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>MSc in Hydrogeology.</li><li>Chartered Geologist or working towards.</li><li>Good technical report writing and good oral communication.</li><li>Knowledge of different aquifers and their characteristics.</li><li>A developing understanding of the multi disciplinary approach to operating as a Hydrogeologist in todays academic &amp; industrial setting (catchment issues, regulatory issues, land contamination, engineering).</li><li>You will ideally have gained experience in the water industry or within the broader utilities and/or subsurface industry.</li><li>Understanding of EA Regulations, DWI Standards.</li><li>Good technical delivery on projects.</li></ul>It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>Demonstrable experience in water utilities or subsurface industry with exposure to Hydrogeology.</li><li>Experience of BH drilling and subsurface support activities (BH cleaning, Geophysical Logging).</li><li>Willingness to learn, willingness to teach.</li><li>Adaptable and able to respond to challenging situations.</li><li>Demonstrate initiative and an ability to work independently.</li><li>Knowledge of using Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides etc).</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:Up to £45,000 dependent on experience.

Hydrogeologist

Summary:Are you an experienced Project Manager looking for a role where you can truly make a difference? Do you want to lead exciting projects that have a direct, positive impact on people's lives? We're looking for a proactive and experienced Project Manager to join our team and help us deliver a diverse range of clean water infrastructure projects. You'll be at the heart of our mission to provide a reliable, clean water supply to our customers. This is an exciting opportunity to take full ownership of projects from start to finish—from upgrading treatment works and installing new pipelines to maintaining reservoirs and improving pumping stations. You’ll be managing contracts and ensuring everything runs smoothly, safely, and on time. We're a company that values expertise and innovation, and your work will be vital in helping us meet the challenges of the future.Main responsibilities:Project Delivery<ul><li>Manage the full project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure for assigned clean water infrastructure projects.</li></ul>Contract Management (NEC Focus)<ul><li>Lead the administration and management of contracts, primarily under the NEC3/NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) framework.</li><li>Manage&nbsp; contract award, and subsequent contract administration activities.</li><li>Proactively manage communication, compensation events, early warnings, programme submissions, payments, and dispute resolution in accordance with NEC procedures.</li><li>Ensure contractual compliance by all parties (Client, Contractor, Designer).</li><li>Oversee contract change control processes and manage final accounts.</li></ul>Scope &amp; Schedule Management<ul><li>Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables. Develop and manage detailed project schedules and work plans, tracking progress and implementing corrective actions as needed.</li></ul>Budget &amp; Cost Control<ul><li>Develop project budgets, monitor expenditure, forecast costs, and manage financial performance to ensure delivery within approved funding.</li></ul>Risk &amp; Opportunity Management<ul><li>Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.</li><li>Proactively manage the early warning process and identify opportunities for project enhancement or efficiency.</li></ul>Stakeholder Engagement<ul><li>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></ul>Quality Assurance<ul><li>Ensure all project deliverables meet required technical specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements specific to the water industry.</li></ul>Health, Safety &amp; Environment (HSE)<ul><li>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></ul>Reporting<ul><li>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></ul>Team Leadership &amp; Coordination<ul><li>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>Proven ability to manage complex infrastructure projects through the entire lifecycle. Strong planning, organisational, and time management skills.</li><li>Demonstrable, in-depth understanding and practical application of the NEC3/NEC4 ECC suite is essential. Ability to interpret contractual requirements and manage contractual processes effectively and fairly.</li><li>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>Strong budget management, cost control, and financial forecasting skills.</li><li>Proficient in identifying, assessing, and managing project risks and opportunities.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to build strong relationships and effectively influence and negotiate with diverse stakeholders.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify problems, evaluate options, and implement effective solutions under pressure.</li><li>Ability to lead, motivate, and coordinate project teams.</li><li>Strong understanding and commitment to health, safety, and environmental regulations and best practices, including CDM regulations.</li><li>Competent in using project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6) and standard office software (MS Office Suite, Google Workspace).</li><li>Significant, proven experience managing infrastructure projects, preferably within the utilities, civil engineering, or construction sectors of the water industry.</li><li>Proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.</li></ul>It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>Professional Project Management qualification (e.g., APM PMQ/PPQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP).</li><li>Chartered status with a relevant professional body (e.g., ICE, IMechE, CIWEM, APM).</li><li>Experience specifically within the UK Water Industry.</li><li>Experience with different NEC contract forms (e.g., PSC, TSC).</li><li>Familiarity with water industry regulations and standards.</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:£65,000 - £70,500 dependent on experiencePlus £6,254 car allowance

Project Manager

Summary:Ready to dive into a career that makes a real difference? Looking to apply your civil engineering degree to projects that matter to millions of people? As we start out into our next major investment period (AMP8), you'll have the chance to work on a huge variety of schemes crucial for securing our region's water supply. You’ll get involved in everything from upgrading our water treatment works and pumping stations, to helping redesign parts of our vast, 9,000-mile network of underground pipelines. It’s a fantastic mix of above and below ground infrastructure projects. This isn't just a desk job. You'll be right at the heart of our capital delivery programme, providing vital technical support on these projects. From start to finish, you'll see how your work helps us deliver top quality drinking water to our customers every day. As our new Graduate Civil Engineer, you'll be based in Snodland, reporting to a Senior Civil Engineer. You'll learn from the best, contributing to key engineering tasks, ensuring project quality, and making sure we meet all safety and design standards. It's a fantastic opportunity to build your skills in a supportive team and launch your career in the water industry.<h4>Main Responsibilities</h4><ul><li>Help our senior engineers come up with smart technical solutions for our capital projects.</li><li>Work alongside our engineering team, assisting on a variety of projects to make sure everything runs smoothly and on time.</li><li>Get hands-on with creating key project documents, including scope documents, design drawings, and important health and safety (CDM) paperwork.</li><li>Get out of the office for on-site visits, where you'll help guide our contractors and check that work meets our high standards.</li><li>Keep an eye on things and let the Project Manager know about any issues that might affect project timings or costs.</li><li>Chat with different stakeholders and handle the process of getting the external approvals we need for our projects to go ahead.</li><li>Take charge of your own development as part of our graduate training programme, tracking your progress and growing your skills with our support.</li></ul><h4>What you'll need</h4><ul><li>A qualification (HNC, HND, or degree) in Civil Engineering or a similar subject.</li><li>Good engineering sense and a solid grasp of industry standards and best practices.</li><li>Great organisational and time management skills – you know how to get things done on schedule.</li><li>Some entry-level experience in civil engineering projects, perhaps from a placement or internship.</li><li>A full UK driving licence, as you'll be visiting our sites.</li></ul><h4>It will be a bonus if you have</h4><ul><li>Experience using design software like AutoCAD.</li><li>A keen interest in the UK water industry.</li><li>Membership (or you're working towards it) with a professional body like the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).</li></ul>#LI-DNI​ 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:Starting from £27,000

Graduate Civil Engineer

Summary:Are you an experienced Civil Engineer looking for a role that offers real purpose and impact? We're looking for a Civil Engineer to join our team, working on vital water infrastructure projects that make a genuine difference to people's lives across the South East. This is a chance to use your expertise to help us deliver safe, clean drinking water to our customers, from the very beginning of a project to its successful completion. You'll be part of a supportive team, working on exciting, varied projects and shaping your own technical deliverables.Main responsibilities<ul><li>Review and check project scopes to make sure they'll achieve the right outcomes.</li><li>Provide technical solutions and support on capital projects, producing key documents like design drawings, CDM documents, and job specification packs.</li><li>Check other people's work for technical quality.</li><li>Mentor our brilliant Graduate Civil Engineers and apprentices, helping them to grow and develop their skills.</li><li>Liaise with both internal and external teams to get project approvals.</li><li>Visit sites to carry out audits and provide guidance to contractors.</li></ul><h4>What you'll need</h4>Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>An HNC, HND, or degree in Civil Engineering or a similar discipline.</li><li>Experience in a similar Civil Engineer role, with the ability to manage your own deliverables.</li><li>A strong awareness and understanding of industry standards and specifications.</li><li>A solid understanding of CDM 2015 and how to apply it to projects.</li><li>Experience in the design, construction, or maintenance of infrastructure and non-infrastructure assets.</li><li>The ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Excellent communication skills to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.</li></ul>It will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>An HNC, HND, or degree in Civil Engineering or a similar discipline.</li><li>Are working towards or have Chartership.</li><li>Knowledge and experience of CIWEM standards and specifications.</li><li>Experience in the utility industry, especially with potable water.</li><li>An understanding of NEC contracts.</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:From £40,000

Civil Engineer

Summary:Are you an engineer looking for a new challenge? Do you want to use your expertise to help deliver essential capital projects and make a real impact on a vital service? We're looking for a motivated and experienced Project Engineer to join our dynamic Engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on managing the technical and engineering aspects of multiple projects, from start to finish. You'll be a key part of the team, working alongside the Project Manager to ensure quality, compliance, and successful delivery of our capital investment projects. You'll get to see projects through their entire lifecycle, from the initial idea to completion, while ensuring everything is delivered to the highest standards. The role offers a blend of hybrid working, but you'll also be out and about, travelling to our sites across the South East Water supply area to see the projects you're working on come to life.<h4>Main Responsibilities</h4><ul><li>Prepare, schedule, and coordinate assigned engineering projects.</li><li>​Monitor compliance with all applicable codes, practices, and performance standards.</li><li>Interact daily with clients to understand their needs and represent them in the field.</li><li>Perform quality control on all aspects of the work, including budget and schedule, and report on project status.</li><li>Assign responsibilities and support the project team.Collaborate with the project manager and other participants to provide technical assistance.</li><li>Review engineering deliverables and initiate corrective actions where needed.</li><li>Liaise with stakeholders to gain approvals and facilitate projects.</li></ul><h4>What you'll need</h4><ul><li>A degree, HNC, or HND in an engineering discipline.</li><li>Proven working experience as a Project Engineer.</li><li>Experience in a water distribution or similar industrial background.</li><li>A strong understanding of CDM 2015 and how it's applied to projects.</li><li>Excellent communication and time management skills.</li><li>A valid UK driving licence.</li></ul><h4>It will be a bonus if you have (desirable)</h4><ul><li>Chartered status or are working towards it.</li><li>Knowledge and experience of water industry standards and specifications.</li><li>Experience with project management software and common data environments.</li><li>Experience with various NEC contracts and their application.</li><li>Experience of working within the water industry.</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:£50,000 - £60,000 dependent on experience

Project Engineer

Summary:Are you a curious and experienced Electrical Engineer looking for a role with real purpose? Do you want to apply your skills to exciting, complex projects that deliver clean, safe drinking water to communities across the South East? You'll be part of a friendly, collaborative team where your expertise is valued and you get to see the tangible impact of your work every day. You'll be involved in all stages of our capital engineering projects, from initial idea through to commissioning, playing a vital role in providing an essential service. Although this role offers flexible/hybrid working (office/home), 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 are working on e.g. pre-construction and construction phase elements such as scoping or Contractor progress/design review meetings, defect reviews etc.Main responsibilities<ul><li>Development of technical solutions and coordinating work with multi-disciplinary teams {Process, Civil and Mechanical)</li><li>Production of technical reports and the ability to work independently and as a team member to carry out checking, reviews and approval of complex electrical detailed designs, to include calculations, specifications, reports and drawings.</li><li>Analysis of options and selection of technical solutions as appropriate.</li><li>Ensuring contractors designs comply with the latest company specifications and other relevant industry specifications (Wimes, IET wiring regulations etc.) and legislations.</li><li>Development of outline scheme designs</li><li>Assistance in preparation of scheme programmes, estimates and tender documentation</li></ul>You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience<ul><li>HNC or a Degree in Engineering or equivalent training in the relevant area.</li><li>Working towards becoming an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer with the IET.</li><li>Extensive experience in water utilities would be advantageous.</li><li>Ability to work closely with others.</li><li>Technically competent knowing when to refer to others when required.</li><li>Good technical report writing and editorial skills, and good oral communication.</li><li>Detailed knowledge of PLC systems, HMI’s, Variable Speed Drives, Harmonic filtration, data networks, telemetry systems and Standby Generator systems.</li><li>Competent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite - knowledge of Google Workspace would be beneficial.</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:£42,000 - £52,000 DoE

Electrical Design Engineer

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

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