Catchment Delivery Specialist

We are excited to announce a unique operational role focused on ensuring the efficient delivery of our wastewater network operations for our customers in the South London Catchment.

As our Catchment Delivery Specialist, you will collaborate with operational teams to proactively repair and maintain our wastewater network. This role is crucial in leveraging our smart network and sewer depth monitors to reduce pollution and flooding.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a true waste catchment approach, joining the South London team responsible for the network and pumping assets serving 3.6 million people! Our team is passionate about maximising the potential of our people and providing exceptional customer experiences for the communities and environment we serve.
 

• Base location: South London - Crossness - SE29AQ, however, you will cover the wider area and drive between several different sites; therefore, you will need a full clean UK driving licence.
• Working pattern: Hybrid - 38 hours per week, Monday-Friday.

 
What you’ll be doing as a Catchment Delivery Specialist:

• Proactively manage flooding and pollution risks by becoming a catchment specialist with awareness of at-risk postcodes.
• Lead catchment risk management for South London (Crossness/Long Reach/Beddington/Hogsmill).
• Minimise flooding and pollution by identifying and proactively managing risks.
• Own and deliver the escape of sewage reduction plan.
• Utilise these plans to proactively engage with key stakeholders (e.g., customers, councils, contractors).
• Champion change through a passion for continuous improvement, promoting best practices and sharing local knowledge with your operational colleagues.
• Focus on proactive interventions, including the use of SMART waste tools and monitors.
• Drive CSO (Consented Storm Overflows) improvements.

What you should bring to the role

• Significant relevant industry experience and understanding of the business is desirable.
• Excellent IT and Data Analyst skills to identify proactive opportunities to reduce pollution and Flooding.
• Strong team player with the ability to influence others.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience in managing contractor relationships.
• Experience working within a regulated environment.
• Knowledge of the New Roads and Streetworks Act is desirable.

Join us in making a proactive difference in our wastewater network operations and help us protect our communities and environment!
 
What’s in it for you?

• Salary up to £47,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Annual Leave: 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Company Van, PPE and Equipment provided.
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

 
Find out more about our benefits and perks

Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, if you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process. Our aim is to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.