RTS Engineering Manager

1 month ago


United Kingdom Southern Water Full time

Job Title: RTS Engineering Manager Location: Hampshire, Sussex or Kent Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours a week There has never been a better time to join our organisation as we build towards a greener future, tackling climate change, minimising our environmental impact, and reducing our carbon footprint This is a rare opportunity to join us just before AMP8 where you will be able to influence and put ‘your stamp’ on the decisions on technical solutions that will move Southern Water and the water industry as a whole into the future, tackling issues to create Water For Life in the region. An opportunity to work with some of the latest technology in the market to improve and change the way we do things here at Southern Water. Joining now, will mean growing with the team – providing opportunity for personal and professional growth. Job Overview When you join us as an Engineering Manager, you will initially work on the completion of our AMP7 projects, then as we move into AMP8 in April 2025, you will start to look at the strategy and the future of the hardware and software that we use for our control systems here at Southern Water. In this role, you will support the RTS Delivery Manager with the delivery and commissioning of CAPEX funded & Obsolescence / Standardisation OT projects. You will be responsible for the technical standardisation of solutions and ensuring successful deployment of standards in end-to-end OT automation projects, which will include direct line management as well as working with third parties. On a day to day basis, you will be:

  • Providing technical Project Management & Delivery Services for multiple CAPEX funded projects and the Obsolescence & Standardisation strategy including Developing comprehensive project plans, outlining tasks, timelines, and resource requirements for OT Automation projects. Executing project plans efficiently, ensuring adherence to deadlines and budget constraints while maintaining the highest quality standards.
  • Responsible for technical delivery of the RTS schemes including PLC/SCADA/Telemetry/HMI replacement projects through collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineering, IT, operations, and external vendors, to align project objectives with organisational goals.
  • Building and managing the internal engineering team and services for effective delivery of targets and goals.
  • Acting as a liaison between different departments to facilitate effective communication and seamless project execution.
  • Representing the RTS team regarding technical solution appraisals to achieve overall strategy goals and ambitions.
  • Identifying potential risks and challenges associated with OT automation projects and developing strategies to mitigate them.
  • Proactively addressing issues as they arise, ensuring minimal impact on project timelines and deliverables and most importantly onsite process and service.
  • Creating innovative solutions which create financial & performance efficiencies in order to beat the project’s budget and achieve business ODI’s.
  • Keeping up to date with current technology advancements and seeking opportunities to leverage in a structured manner to meet the needs of the business.
  • Developing training programs for end-users and internal teams to ensure smooth integration and adoption of automated systems.
  • Facilitating knowledge transfer sessions to empower teams with the skills required to maintain and troubleshoot automation solutions.
  • Ensuring all internal systems, standards and requirements are met in project delivery to SWS.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement by conducting post-project evaluations to identify areas for enhancement.
  • Implementing lessons learned from previous projects to refine processes and methodologies for future initiatives.
  • Be a key member of the RTS Team to support strategy and make a difference.
About You You will be an experienced Engineering Professional with a deep understanding of utility systems and a proven track record in successfully implementing automation solutions and developing technical standards as well as having led large teams. You will ideally understand the water industry, however experience of working in any industry where there are control systems will be acceptable, such as oil & gas, energy, utilities etc. When you start in this role, you will bring a passion for change and an enthusiasm to start new projects with gusto You will embrace change management and the challenges that come with it and motivate your team towards the future vision. Package This role will be full time, Monday to Friday where you will spend 1 to 3 days a week out on site (as required) across the Hampshire/ Sussex/ Kent region and the other days at home. Benefits include:
  • Company vehicle and travel expenses
  • Generous pension up to 11% company contribution
  • 25 days annual leave
  • Life assurance equal to 4x salary
  • Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service)
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Full funded eye tests
  • Two paid volunteering days a year
  • Occupational health service
  • Discounts with over 800 popular retailers
  • Digital GP service
  • Study support may be available for job-related qualifications
  • Competitive maternity leave and flexible return to work options
  • Cycle to work scheme

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