Wastewater Advisor

We are looking for a Wastewater Advisor to join our growing team.

You will deliver technical and analytical support to the Regulatory Flow team by running and reviewing compliance reporting data, assisting with internal and external reporting, and maintaining up to date records of regulatory, audit and performance records.

What you'll do

In this varied role, you will:

provide analytical support to the Regulatory Flow team, enabling identification trends in performance and compliance to allow for early rectification monitor for future changes in relevant Environmental regulations, guidance and code of practices, and assess and communicate the implications for Wessex Water, allowing for measures to be implemented to maintain compliance in a timely manner with the least cost and risk represent Wessex Water to professional, industry or regulatory bodies where appropriate to share information and best practice, monitor and evaluate technical, regulatory, and related implementation issues/developments, and identify best practice to help maintain and improve compliance establish, maintain and communicate policies and quality management systems to ensure we understand and meet our environmental quality objectives and regulatory outputs advise, influence and support Area Scientists and Area Operational teams in achieving required standards, handling significant incidents and liaison with Regulators (eg, Environment Agency) liaise with Engineering and Operations on capital schemes plan and manage the MCERTS certification programme, while also identifying upcoming sites and booking in MCERTS site inspections assist with collating and reporting compliance with statutory quality regulations for internal and external contacts, including coordinating correspondence to and from external regulators.

What you'll need

We are looking for:

a degree or equivalent in a science or STEM subject detailed knowledge of relevant environmental regulation, including EPR legislation, EPA, the Water Industry Act, UWWTR, etc  detailed knowledge of wastewater treatment processes at least five years' experience in a relevant field, with proven record and experience in managing a team understanding of structure and implementation of quality management systems the ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels, and outside the organisation, such as regulators, technical bodies, and the public effective communication and the ability to work well in a team decision making skills computer literate, including Microsoft Suite  detailed knowledge of wastewater processes  the ability to represent us to industry and professional bodies  good report writing and presentation skills  working knowledge of budget control and finance principles.

What you'll receive

Total pension contributions up to 20%. Career progression and professional development opportunities. 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service. The opportunity to buy up to ten days' holiday and sell up to five every year. A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs. Life assurance of up to eight times your salary. A new electric car in exchange for part of your gross salary, subject to conditions. Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers. One paid volunteering day each year. Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements. An interactive health and wellbeing platform. Support from mental health first aiders. A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone to work for us.

Who we are

We are one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West.

The work we do goes beyond providing an essential public service. We also aim to have a positive impact on the communities we serve and the natural environment.

Our people tell us Wessex Water is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us You will have the opportunity to develop and progress your career, while also receiving health and wellbeing support.

We also continue to promote diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

This is an exciting opportunity to join us and if you would like to be part of our journey, we would love to hear from you. Please do not hesitate to let us know about any additional support you may need.

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