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Join us and play a key role in delivering meaningful water and wastewater projects from initial concept right through to implementation. As part of our multidisciplinary engineering team, you'll contribute to technical delivery, coordinate design activities, and help solve complex engineering challenges. You'll also have opportunities to mentor junior colleagues and support continuous improvement and innovation across our engineering function. What You'll Be Doing • Deliver technical expertise across water and/or wastewater projects., • Support the coordination, development, and delivery of design packages., • Produce and review datasheets, calculations, drawings, and technical reports., • Carry out quality assurance checks and resolve complex design issues., • Contribute to project planning and estimating task durations., • Ensure all designs meet regulatory standards and customer expectations., • Champion safety, sustainability, and compliance in every aspect of your work., • Travel to sites and offices across the region when required.What We're Looking For, • MEng/BEng (or equivalent) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering., • Experience in water/wastewater design, engineering, or asset management., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail., • Proficiency in MS Office and relevant engineering or design software., • Confident communicator with strong presentation and collaboration skills., • Able to work independently and as part of a team., • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel., • Ideally, membership of a relevant professional institution or working towards it.

FJA are recruiting on behalf of a leading service provider in the water and wastewater industry for an experienced Project Manager to strengthen their delivery team. Location: Burham (Hybrid working available) Benefits • Competitive salary, • Hybrid working (role‑dependent), • Car / car allowance (role‑dependent), • 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (option to buy an additional 5 days), • Contributory pension scheme, • Life Assurance, • Health Insurance, • Private Medical Insurance, • Reporting directly to the Senior Project Manager or Operations Manager, you will lead the delivery of multi‑disciplinary water‑sector projects from design through to construction, commissioning and handover, • You will ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with technical specifications, programme requirements and commercial targets, • Promote exceptional safety standards across direct and subcontracted teams, • Ensure the Business Management System (BMS) is applied throughout the full project lifecycle - from tender handover to final completion, • Maintain strong client relationships at all levels and uphold the company’s reputation with partners and suppliers, • Ensure sufficient trained personnel are allocated to the project and fully aware of their responsibilities, • Review, approve and manage the Project Execution Plan (PEP), ensuring effective planning, monitoring and control, • Ensure detailed construction plans, method statements and supporting documentation are prepared and approved prior to works commencing, • Ensure all project records required by the PEP are completed and available at contract completion, • Report all site non‑conformities and identify associated cost impacts, • Manage all commercial aspects of the project proactively, providing accurate forecasts and cost estimates, • Apply strong project management practices from scheme conception through to end‑user acceptance, • Produce and present reports for governance reviews, covering progress, risks, opportunities and performance, • Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of industry developments through CPD, networking and professional engagement, • Represent the company professionally in all internal and external interactions, • Ensure quality, safety and environmental policies are understood and implemented Essential • Proven Project Management experience delivering multi‑disciplinary design and construction projects, ideally within the water industry, • Degree or equivalent qualification in construction, engineering or a related discipline, • Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or equivalent, • Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with clients, stakeholders and end users., • Delivery‑driven mindset with the ability to set targets and motivate multi‑disciplinary teams to achieve time, cost and quality objectives, • Experience in project delivery, including planning, technical oversight and commercial management., • Strong strategic, operational, technical and leadership skills., • Knowledge of construction contracts (ideally NEC and/or IChemE) with the ability to negotiate and administer effectively., • Experience presenting at governance reviews in a lead capacity., • Risk and Opportunity Management experience., • Experience in water and wastewater treatment projects., • Chartered status with an engineering, commercial or construction institution. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven’t heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Job Description Graduate Consultant - Water Quality Full Time - Permanent This role requires the applicant to live within a 30-minute radius of Maidstone, Kent The primary purpose of the role will be to attend and investigate water pollution incidents; undertake field-based monitoring and collect environmental samples for laboratory analysis across the Southern Water region. Key tasks and responsibilities The postholder will attend and investigate water pollution incidents across the Southern Water region The postholder will undertake field monitoring works including water quality measurements and sampling The postholder will undertake desk-based data entry after collecting data in the field The postholder will undertake technical report writing in response to water pollution incidents, time limited in accordance with client requirements The postholder will maintain all equipment needed for site and maintain cleanliness of vehicle to a high standard and inform line manager if new equipment is needed The postholder will provide accurate and timely information to line management The postholder will support the team performance by sharing knowledge and best practices at all levels The postholder may be asked to attend monthly team meetings with client and contribute where appropriate Any other duties for which the post holder is qualified and able to carry out. Qualifications Degree in a Biological or Environmental Sciences discipline Understanding of water chemistry and the indicative parameters A full clean UK driving licence Experience in scientific fieldwork, and an enthusiasm for working outdoors in all weathers Competent user of Microsoft Outlook, Excel & Word Excellent organisational and time-management skills Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to pay close attention to detail Able to work independently and as part of a team following precise protocols Motivated, friendly and confident interacting with clients Experience of aquatic macro-invertebrate sampling and aquatic macro-invertebrate identification skills to Family level would be beneficial GIS skills desirable Understanding of the role of regulators such as the Environment Agency Laboratory analysis in environmental monitoring, and environmental compliance Additional Information Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know. TPBN1_UKTJ

Summary: Are you an organised professional with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for keeping things running smoothly? Do you want to play a key role in a team that values compliance, continuous development, and high standards? This is a fantastic opportunity to join our Organisational Development (OD) team in a role where you can truly make the position your own. Whether you are looking for a supportive entry point into HR and L&D, or seeking a stable, purposeful role with a healthy work-life balance, this position offers the perfect blend of routine and variety. As our L&D Administrator, you will be the backbone of our mandatory training function. You'll focus on the meticulous administration and coordination of training activities that ensure our colleagues have the skills they need to operate safely and legally. From managing our Learning Management System (LMS) to scheduling essential sessions, your work ensures we remain audit-ready and maintain our professional standing. It's a role that offers real impact; you'll be helping to promote a culture of compliance across the entire company. You will be working closely with another L&D Coordinator, sharing the workload and collaborating on projects to ensure high quality of work. This role is hybrid, based at our Snodland office with 2 days in office. Office hours are 8:30 - 17:00. Main responsibilities: Programme Administration: Manage the end-to-end administration of the Learning Management System (LMS) specifically for mandatory courses, including course enrolment, user group setup, and data integrity. Scheduling and Delivery: Coordinate and schedule mandatory training sessions (both virtual and in-person) across various departments, managing logistics such as venue booking, trainer availability, and material distribution. Compliance Support: Assist with ensuring all training procedures and documentation adhere to internal policies, statutory legal requirements, and the specific standards of external schemes like EUSR. Tracking and Reporting: Maintain robust tracking mechanisms to monitor colleague completion rates against required deadlines, and prepare regular compliance reports for review by your manager. Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for colleagues regarding mandatory training requirements, deadlines, and technical support related to accessing courses. System Support and Audits: Assist with audits of training records, helping to identify compliance gaps and supporting the implementation of remedial training plans, as directedYou'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Administrative Experience: Proven experience in a training administration, HR support, or a similar corporate administrative role. System Proficiency: Experience using an LMS or an equivalent database system for data entry and reporting. Data Management Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage datasets and generate reports using spreadsheets. Attention to Detail: A high level of accuracy in record-keeping, which is essential for maintaining our audit-ready files. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal skills, with the ability to clearly explain compliance requirements to a diverse range of colleagues. Organisational Mindset: You should enjoy back-end administration and thrive in a role that values routine and meticulous organisation.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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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: £26,347

Summary: Do you want to be part of a team restoring healthy river ecosystems across the South East Water catchment? Are you passionate about environmental restoration and ready to make a tangible impact in the South East? As Environmental Performance Officer - River Restoration, you will deliver catchment based restoration (both river restoration and Nature-based Solution (NbS) projects within the Water Industry National Environment Programme to promote a healthy environment ecosystem across the South East Water catchment area. You will work closely with partners, land-owners and contractors to deliver a range of exciting projects that involves all stages from early planning stages, surveying, modelling, design and supervision of site works. Main responsibilities: Assist in the development of a programme of restoration and enhancement projects. Work with our partners to ensure all environmental aspects of projects are managed from initial design stage, through to construction and then post works management and monitoring. Responsible for the production of outline and final designs as agreed with our Regulator the Environment Agency. Provide environmental advice on how the project should proceed and likely environmental sensitivities of a project. This will ensure each project is programmed and executed in a well-planned way in line with environmental constraints, so that environmental risks are avoided or appropriate controls in place. Work on detailed reporting, consultation and setting out mitigation on key issues such as heritage and protected species. Assist with permits required to deliver projects to deliver on time and budget including planning permission and flood risk applications. Coordinate technical reports to a high standard to meet robust internal and regulatory deadlines. Check and review work prepared by others. Manage and audit contractors and contract documents to ensure environmental risks are effectively represented and managed. Ensure that site health and safety and CDM regulations is carried out in accordance with South East Waters guidance and policies Support with engaging and contributing to catchment meetings and liaising with stakeholder partners. Collaborate with other staff in the design of monitoring programs to demonstrate project outcomes.You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Technically qualified environmentalist (with a degree, HND, or equivalent work-related experience) Demonstrable work experience in a similar role/field. Management of environmental aspects and risks across a wide range of settings. Ability to determine pragmatic outcomes which minimise harm to the environment and communicate these to the business. Passion for the environment with the ability to work closely with colleagues, contractors, stakeholders, regulators and members of the public. People management skills, including direct management of a small team and wider management of regulator, stakeholder, and contractor relationships. Full, clean driving license and ability to travel across Company region/areas as requiredIt will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Chartership or working towards chartership of a professional body such as CIWEM, CIEEM, CIWM or Institute of Water. Specialist subject background, i.e., Archaeology/arboriculture/EIA/Protected species license holder or experience working with protected species mitigation. Experience in habitat restoration and management techniques, in particular experience of survey and working in woodland, chalk grassland and heathland habitats. Experience in ecology and supervision of works on site.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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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 £50,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)

Summary: Are you a seasoned technical expert looking for a role where your expertise actually shapes the strategy of a department? Do you want to lead a dedicated team in a role and directly impact large-scale infrastructure projects and regulatory success? As our Senior Technical Lead within Developer Services, you'll step into a pivotal managerial role. You won't just be overseeing the day-to-day; you'll be the strategic lead for Self Lay, New Appointment and Variations (NAV), and requisition functions. This is an exciting opportunity to drive high-quality service delivery and ensure we stay ahead of industry averages for D-MEX. You'll manage a team of approximately eight direct reports, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and technical excellence. Whether you are an aspiring leader ready for your next big step or a technical specialist seeking complex, large-scale projects, this role offers the autonomy to implement sound engineering judgement and make a tangible impact on our water network. Water experience isn't necessary; as long as you have some strong knowledge around utilities and technical hands-on experience, we can teach the rest. You'll be based at our Snodland office, working Monday to Friday 8:30 - 17:00. This is a hybrid position, working 3 days in the office. Main Responsibilities Strategic Oversight: Devise and implement strategies to meet regulatory and ODI targets, ensuring an overall "level playing field" across all work streams. Team Leadership: Manage and performance-manage the wider Developer Services team to ensure efficiency and high-quality delivery. Technical Expertise: Provide specialist technical advice to the department and represent the company at industry forums and strategy working groups (e.g., WIPSAPS). Operational Management: Oversee monthly reports, including Capex targets, work volumes, and financial forecasting. Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with customers and internal/external stakeholders to maintain the company's reputation and manage escalated complaints. Health & Safety: Ensure all technical designs and onsite standards adhere to health and safety regulations. Incident Support: During high-level incidents, you will be heavily involved with alternate water and network operations.What you'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Technical Experience: A strong background in the technical and construction side of water networks, specifically in laying pipes and operating networks. Industry Knowledge: A solid understanding of industry standards, specifications, and the various NEC contracts. Leadership Skills: Experience in a managerial role with the ability to motivate a team and exercise sound judgement in pressurised situations. Safety Awareness: A strong understanding of CDM 2015 and its application to projects. Communication: Excellent report writing and oral communication skills, with the ability to influence at various levels. Requirements: A valid UK Driving Licence is essential for this fluid role.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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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: £41,000

Summary: Are you seeking a team that shares your passion for providing excellent customer service? Are you a determined individual? Do you enjoy setting goals for yourself? If so, this is a chance you won't want to pass up... This is a critical position within our fast-paced, friendly, and award-winning Customer Service team. You understand your customer's point of view and make them feel important. Your warmth, passion, and commitment will assist us in getting it right the first time for our customers. No two days are the same. You'll help customers with water bills, refunds, payment plans, and occupant changes. You'll also be helpful if they have problems with their water supply. You enjoy working towards targets, love problem solving, and take satisfaction in delivering the best solutions possible. The salary is £24,810.59. We also offer bonuses for meeting targets. You can earn an extra £3,000 on average and up to £6,300 in total. Monday through Friday, 08:00 - 19:00, and Saturday, 08:00 - 13:00. You'll be assigned to a shift pattern that includes one Saturday every six weeks. The rotas are created in advance so that you can plan. Previous call centre experienceis preferred but not required. Ideally, you'll have experience in a customer facing or customer focused position. You're eager to learn and respond well to feedback. We provide thorough induction training, ongoing coaching, and the support and encouragement you need to get started well. In our vibrant, friendlycall centre, you'll find plenty to do, including regular competitions, rewards, team nights, social events, and paid volunteering days to support issues you care about. This position offers numerous prospects for progression. For example, most of our management began their careers as Customer Service Advisors. You'll have the opportunity to move throughout the department to learn new skills and try out for other roles. As a result, now is a perfect opportunity to launch a successful career and contribute to the success of our Customer Service team. Main responsibilities: Provide an excellent customer experience by being flexible to resolve all customer contacts within the company timescales and contribute to customer satisfaction score. Maintain focus on meeting targets and adhere to business processes, data protection, regulatory compliance and attendance. Build relationships with peers and colleagues to enhance the team working environment, resolve customer problems and ensure successful productivity. Proactively use information and resources to ensure that skills and knowledge are kept up to date and continuously developed. Attend and contribute to team meetings with team, peers and colleagues. To be available to support the business in peak periods by covering post room and reception duties and by being part of a standby rota emergency periods.You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Achieved GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C (or equivalent) Commitment to providing excellent customer service Dedication to finding the best solutions to problems Excellent computer abilities Outstanding writing and vocal communication abilitiesIt will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Previous customer service / call centre experience would be advantageousEmployees 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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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: £24,810.59 starting salary + bonus

Summary: Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will be instrumental in defining, establishing, and embedding a robust, risk-based internal controls framework primarily within the Finance function but also within the wider organisation. You will act as a key partner to the First Line of Defence (business processes) while maintaining the necessary oversight and challenge to protect the company. This includes ensuring that there are strong internal controls, overseeing financial compliance, and driving governance standards that protect the integrity of the company's financial information. You will have broad exposure across the business including the senior management team, executive committee, and board members. Your stakeholder management will range from those with little to no internal controls knowledge to experts. Main responsibilities: Design & Implementation: Design, develop, communicate and maintain a standardised, fit-for-purpose internal control framework including internal control policies, standards and guidelines, ensuring alignment with relevant standards and the strategic goals of South East Water. Risk & Control Identification: Lead financial risk assessments across the business, including fraud risk, controls gaps, and compliance risks and support the business in developing practical actions that enhance control maturity and reduce exposure. Monitoring & Challenge: Actively monitor the effectiveness and operating efficiency of the First Line's controls. Provide constructive challenge and expert advice to management (First Line) to ensure control gaps are identified and remediated in a timely manner. Advisory Role: Serve as the internal subject matter expert, providing guidance and support to control owners (First Line) on designing and implementing effective controls to mitigate any deficiencies identified, and tracking actions taken. Reporting: Prepare clear, concise, and insightful reporting on the health of the control environment, residual risks, and remediation progress for the Finance Leadership Team, Executive committee, Audit and Risk Committee and Board. Act as the primary liaison for internal and external auditors, ensuring audit readiness and timely issue resolution. Maintain the action log arising out of internal and external audits and report on progress to the Audit and Risk Committee. Process Improvements & Systems Governance: Drive enhancements in finance and cross-functional processes to improve governance, efficiency, and data quality. Oversee governance of ERP systems from a financial controls perspective, including segregation of duties, master data integrity, and system permissions. Champion the use of technology and automation to strengthen compliance and reduce manual control risk. Design appropriate safeguards to ensure the integrity of financial statements and reporting, changing ways of working in the organization where applicable. Implement controls and governance related training and tools. Lead on controls framework delivery and process efficiencies to enable effective period close reporting and reconciliation. Evaluate and implement advanced processes, financial systems and software solutions to modernise and automate the control environment. Ad hoc improvement projects within Finance.You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Qualified accountant (i.e. ACA, CIMA or ACCA) or Certified Internal Auditor. Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting standards, and governance frameworks (e.g., SOX, internal control standards, risk management frameworks). Demonstrable commitment to staying up to date with evolving IFRS, UK GAAP principles and Corporate Governance requirements. Ability to build rapport quickly and convince senior leadership of the value of robust governance, risk management and compliance. A proactive, self-starter approach to identifying emerging changes in UK accounting standards and legislation, Corporate Governance requirements and regulatory requirements, accurately predicting their impact and adapting the controls and governance framework accordingly. Expert ability to review complex financial data and conduct in-depth variance analysis to produce clear, concise technical reports and identify process gaps for automated solutions. Exceptional ability to simplify complex technical jargon into actionable guidance, training materials and technical mentoring for both finance and non-finance audiences. Meticulous accuracy in maintaining the Group's internal control environment, specifically utilising tools like the RACI Matrix to establish clear ownership of risks and responsibilities. Resilient, structured, and disciplined approach to work Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities Proven experience in Internal Controls, Audit, Risk Management, or Compliance, with several years implementing and managing internal financial control frameworks (e.g., SOX). Experience should include internal or external audit experience including documenting, evaluating, and testing controls Experience with identifying, tracking, escalating and resolving control gaps. Business partnering experience and an ability to create control/process solutions A deep understanding of the UK Corporate Governance Code and its practical application within a listed or large-scale Group environment. High proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Workday, SAP) and advanced Excel, with the ability to leverage GRC software or data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI) to monitor compliance. Great policy, process, and control orientation and experience with the ability to drive standardsEmployees 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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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 £75,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)

Summary: Are you a seasoned OD expert with experience in supporting apprenticeships? Do you want to play a pivotal role in shaping the future talent of our company? We are looking for a visionary Emerging Talent Lead to build, grow, and champion our Emerging Talent Programme across South East Water. This isn't just about filling entry-level roles; it's about creating a sustainable legacy. You will be the architect of our future workforce, designing pathways for apprentices, graduates, and career-changers that will sustain our business five years from now and beyond. In this role, you'll have the autonomy to design end-to-end early careers strategies that align with our long-term goals. You'll be managing the apprenticeship levy, navigating government funding rules, and proving that investing in people delivers a real return for our business and our customers. Whether you are an experienced professional looking to leave a lasting impact or a rising star ready to take ownership of a high-profile portfolio, this is your chance to lead a programme with true purpose Main responsibilities: Strategy & Design: Design end-to-end pathways for apprenticeships, graduate schemes, and work placements, ensuring they meet our future skills gaps. Provider Management: Select and review training providers to ensure our talent receives the best possible development. Recruitment & Selection: Partner with our Resourcing team to lead seasonal recruitment cycles, focusing on an excellent candidate experience and expert eligibility checks. Development & Retention: Oversee inductions and establish "Buddy" and "Mentor" programmes to support the professional growth and mental wellbeing of our new recruits. Financial Oversight: Manage the central salary budget for apprentices and act as our sole expert on the apprenticeship levy and government funding rules. Inclusion Advocate: Ensure every stage of the talent lifecycle is designed to minimise bias, while tracking metrics to ensure we reflect the communities we serve. Stakeholder Engagement:Collaborate with department heads and external partners like schools and colleges to create a thriving talent ecosystem.You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Proven Experience: A solid track record of establishing Emerging Talent or Apprenticeship programmes. Levy Expertise: Hands-on experience in applying the apprenticeship levy and a deep understanding of the Digital Apprenticeship Service. People Development Skills: Direct experience in designing onboarding, induction, and formal mentoring or coaching initiatives. Data & Organisation: Strong data literacy to share successes and expert-level project management skills to handle multiple programmes at once. Stakeholder Management: The ability to influence senior leaders and secure buy-in for new strategies. Education: A degree in HR or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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: £47,000 - £51,267 depending on experience

Celebrating over 70 years in business, this family-run engineering company has grown from a specialist repair operation into a provider of complete electrical and control engineering solutions. With a strong reputation and a loyal, top-tier client base across the South of England, continued growth has created new opportunities within the electrical design team. They are now looking to recruit one Electrical Design Engineer to support an expanding project portfolio across multiple industrial sectors. Electrical Design Engineers £40-55k + Pension Kent Ref: 24415 Electrical Design Engineer - The Role: As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will be involved throughout the full project lifecycle, working closely with both internal teams and clients. Key responsibilities include: Producing electrical schematics, layouts, and wiring diagrams for control panels, from small panels through to large MCCs Generating and maintaining all relevant technical documentation Working closely with workshop and panel build teams during assembly Liaising directly with clients, either at the Kent-based workshop or on customer sites Supporting panel testing and commissioning activities when required Electrical Design Engineer - The Person: To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven experience in electrical design for control panels within an industrial automation environment Competence using electrical CAD software (SEE Electrical currently used; training provided if required) Ideally, an understanding of relevant industry standards such as IEC, UL, or BS EN A practical, collaborative approach and confidence working alongside manufacturing teams You will join a small, close-knit design team within a larger and growing electrical department. Projects are primarily based in the South of England, supporting clients across sectors including: Water & Utilities Paper & Pulp Energy from Waste The company offers a friendly working environment, an open-door management culture, and genuine long-term career prospects. Site work is minimal, typically limited to occasional day trips for surveys or commissioning support. Located in Kent, this role would be commutable from Maidstone, Sittingbourne, Faversham, Canterbury, Rochester, Sheerness and Gillingham. For further information please contact Sarah Clarke AE1

Summary: This key role will play a critical part in bringing technical, long-term water supply-demand strategies to life for the public and our stakeholders. Working closely with the Water Resources team, you will be responsible for the statutory consultation surrounding two of our key statutory plans - the Water Resources Management Plan and Drought Plan. You'll use your engagement skills to transform complex technical information into accessible, transparent, and engaging information for stakeholders, customers, and the media through various different channels. Main responsibilities: Creating and implementing an integrated communications strategy to support delivery of the Drought Plan and Water Resources Management Plan objectives and their input into the Business Plan process. Translating technical information into engaging content for internal and external audiences. Produce Non-Technical summaries required for consultations. Devising and delivering statutory public consultations. Devising, managing and evaluating a programme of events for customers and stakeholders, promotional media, press activity and other communications. Be responsible for organising and attending any workshops, community briefings, presentations, meetings and events in and out of normal office hours to assist with the successful delivery of the communication aspects of both plans. Developing high quality communications collateral including, but not limited to, briefings, press releases, presentations, exhibition materials and social media content. Working with internal stakeholders to agree priorities, key messages and the annual programme of events, meetings and other communications activities. Representing the business and working alongside our partners at Water Resources South East to support regional water resources and drought planning and engagement. Manage a range of suppliers and external parties to deliver the communications and events programme and statutory consultations, such as graphic designers, photographers, videographers and communications agencies. Brief media spokespeople ahead of radio and TV interviews. Answer and respond to media calls during office hours, escalating where appropriate. Help identify, write press releases and manage news stories for South East Water. Update the South East Water website and social media content in particular when promoting news stories or during emergency incidents. Participate in the Communications out-of-hours service on a shared rota basis responding to media enquiries and assisting the management of crisis communications.You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Degree-level qualification in a Communications, PR discipline and/or at least three years' relevant experience. A background in an environmental science discipline would be advantageous. Full driving licence. Be adept at pivoting between multiple projects, sometimes with competing needs, to produce appropriate and high-quality communications outputs to deadline. Have a keen eye for detail and competent at drafting accurate customer and stakeholder communications materials required for a project or event, including, but not limited to; developing, managing and evaluating statutory consultations, communications plans and evaluations, briefing notes, statements, press releases, presentations, exhibition materials, translating complex information into non-technical documentation, articles, advertising, website copy, FAQs and social media content such as videos. Able to use a range of digital tools, including but not limited to, social media, email marketing/newsletter, website content management system and public relations management software. Crisis Communications. Experience of communications planning, event management, stakeholder engagement and media relations. Experience of successfully delivering statutory consultations as well as stakeholder engagement within an environmental context would be advantageous. Knowledge of water resources and the water, environmental and/or agricultural industry would be advantageous.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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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 £36,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)

Electrical Project Engineer - Water Location: Kent, Sussex and Hampshire (Hybrid) Rate: Up to £450 per day Duration: 6 months + potential extension Join a leading Tier One contractor delivering major clean water infrastructure projects for South East Water. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of electrical engineering works across a range of clean water schemes, supporting project, construction, and design teams on essential improvement programmes across the South East. You'll be central to delivering South East Water's capital programme, contributing to clean water network upgrades, resilience schemes, and treatment improvements across the region. Working on complex electrical and process-related engineering projects, you'll gain exposure across design coordination, procurement, cost control, programme management, and client engagement - with full support for ongoing growth and training. With hybrid working, a strong pipeline of projects, and involvement in multi-million-pound water treatment schemes, this is a highly rewarding engineering opportunity in a secure and expanding sector. What you'll be doing ·Supporting the Project Manager in coordinating electrical design, installation, and procurement activities. ·Ensuring all electrical information is issued on time to support construction, commissioning, and project handover. ·Monitoring and controlling project costs, ensuring compliance with tender allowances or agreed variations. ·Preparing and submitting applications for payment on time. ·Contributing to contract reviews, monthly forecasting, and reporting. ·Building and maintaining strong working relationships with South East Water and wider stakeholders. ·Assisting with the development and maintenance of project delivery plans and strategies. ·Supporting the production of electrical contract programmes, updates, and progress reports. ·Providing information and support for O&M manuals and close-out documentation. ·Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams on electrical design, installation, and technical queries. ·Monitoring subcontractor performance, quality, and compliance. ·Ensuring accurate documentation, filing systems, and governance are maintained. ·Evaluating innovative electrical solutions and supporting safe, efficient design development. ·Identifying and addressing risks and opportunities on a monthly basis. ·Ensuring electrical designs and installations are safe to construct, commission, and operate. ·Supporting commissioning activities and ensuring all electrical works meet project and regulatory standards. ·Taking responsibility for your own CPD and keeping up to date with industry innovations and standards. What you'll bring Experience ·Strong electrical engineering background within water, wastewater, utilities, industrial, or process environments. ·Demonstrable experience delivering electrical installation or engineering works (e.g., MCCs, LV systems, instrumentation, control panels, pumping systems). ·Understanding of NEC contracts and contract management processes. ·Experience liaising with supply chain partners, electrical subcontractors, and equipment suppliers. ·Knowledge of CDM regulations, site safety requirements, and general construction practices. ·Experience supporting commissioning activities is desirable. Qualifications ·HNC or higher in Electrical Engineering, Control & Instrumentation, or a related discipline (minimum). ·18th Edition (desirable but not essential). ·ECS/CSCS card (advantageous). ·COMPEX or ICA experience beneficial but not required. ·Professional membership or working toward IEng/CEng status is desirable. Please contact Jason Alves Miguel on (phone number removed)

The Client Bracken Recruitment represents is an established Multi Discipline Contractor with a fantastic reputation. They have an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager with a strong Civils background who is seeking work with a business with a real positive environment where they will work along some extremely experienced professionals. Previous experience working within the Water sector is required. Responsibilities: Ability to Lead a number projects simultaneously from concept stage to completion Provide strong leadership skills and communicate accordingly to all of the management team Liaising with clients, and project managers Management of Subcontractors Ensure that projects are running on time and on budget Providing weekly reports to the Director Assess all project risks Provide fully detailed tender packages and monitor installation/quality on site until project completion Liaise with Project Managers to Ensuring that all Safety Management Systems are in place and in operation Deal with all resources for live and future projects Tender report / analysis / recommendations Develop project scope with design team / client Produce budgets and reports for clients Requirements Degree / Diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction 5+ years experience within Water Experience managing a team of Project Managers Computer literate Commercially and contractually aware Strong communicator Hands on when required This is an exciting opportunity for someone seeking the next move in their career or an experienced Contracts Manager looking for a challenging role with an established UK Contractor. Please contact Steve Lee for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity

Summary: Are you a legal expert looking for a role where your advice directly shapes critical infrastructure? Do you want to move away from the churn of external practice and become a valued, strategic partner within a dedicated, friendly in house legal team? You have knowledge of NEC contracts and it's use within infrastructure? You'll join us as Construction Lawyer to be the dedicated legal lead for our engineering and infrastructure development. We are gearing up for a massive increase in our capital delivery, driven by a bold business plan of £1.9 billion over the next five years. As we mainly utilise NEC contracts, previous experience and knowledge is key; this is a unique opportunity to apply your technical expertise to complex, large-scale water projects that will serve our community for generations. You will serve as the dedicated legal lead responsible for managing all legal issues relating to SEW's construction and infrastructure development. This position is critical; you will provide essential in-house legal support for our construction and maintenance activities, ensuring we have a robust internal resource rather than relying extensively on external counsel. Main responsibilities: To draft, review, negotiate and advise on NEC construction contract documents from pre-tender stage to completion and to advise on contractual issues or disputes during the life of the contract, working closely with the Construction, Engineering and Procurement teams. To provide early support to the Engineering teams in relation to contract administration and compensation event management and final account negotiations with a view to reducing or resolving contract disputes. Manage all aspects of formal Adjudication, preparing claims/responses, instructing expert witnesses, and liaising with external counsel. To ensure the company's contractual positions are robust, legally sound, and strategically aligned with project delivery objectives, with a specialised focus on the intricacies of the New Engineering Contract (NEC) suite. To produce precedents, updated standard company Z clauses and provide guidance documents and updates to the Engineering team. In instances where amicable resolution is not possible be responsible for the management and execution of formal dispute proceedings. To support the Head of Legal as may be required.You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience A legal professional qualification. Experience in drafting, negotiating and reviewing construction contracts. Provide advice relating to the same from inception and also to advise in relation to disputes and end of contract claims. Ability to operate with limited supervision, managing a substantial workload and prioritising effectively in a fast-paced project environment. To be self-motivated, committed and organised.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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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: Market Rate

Summary: Are you a master of CDM regulations with the confidence to lead on-site activities from day one? Do you have the sharp eye for detail needed to ensure every contractor meets the highest legal and safety standards? Our Construction Supervisors play a crucial role in ensuring that contractors adhere to South East Water's policies and legal requirement during the construction phase. As Construction Supervisor, you'll ensure compliance with Construction Design and Management regulations, be directly involved in overseeing on-site activities, ensuring quality assurance, and coordinating site shutdowns. You'll also be responsible for reviewing contractor resources and progress, maintaining site records, and liaising with various stakeholders. Strong communication skills, knowledge of construction regulations, and experience in a supervisory role are essential for this position. Main Responsibilities: Ensure contractors adhere to South East Water's Health, Safety, Environmental, and operational policies, including CDM Regulations. Ensure the quality of work, tests, and inspections meet the required standards and specifications. Review and monitor contractor resources and progress, maintaining detailed site records. Respond to contractor communications and requests for information. Regularly report on Health & Safety and CDM compliance. Plan and coordinate site shutdowns. Assist in the investigation of new schemes and produce cost estimates. Liaise with South East Water departments and stakeholders. Attend project meetings and ensure timely close-out of actions. Seek and report efficiencies.You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience HNC/HND in a relevant Construction related discipline or equivalent. Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Card / Client Contractor National Safety Group (CCNSG) Safety Passport. Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) / Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) Qualification. EUSR Water Hygiene Card. In-depth knowledge of CDM regulations and health, safety, and environmental requirements. Familiarity with NEC contract administration. Familiarity with quality assurance processes and construction specifications. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage and coordinate shutdowns using project management tools or OMS systems. Competency in maintaining detailed site records and managing project timelines. Proven experience in a supervisory or coordination role on construction or infrastructure projects.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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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 £44,000 p.a. dependent on experience

Summary: Are you a commercial professional looking to make a splash in a sector that truly matters? Are you looking for a role where your expertise directly impacts the local community? This isn't just about spreadsheets and contracts; it's about being the commercial heartbeat of our Engineering team. You'll support our Project Managers in delivering a diverse portfolio of water infrastructure projects, ensuring we deliver on time and on budget while maintaining the high standards our customers expect. If you want a role where your technical input is valued and your professional growth is a priority, you'll fit right in. Main responsibilities: Ensure the appropriate administration of all Engineering, mainly the NEC framework contracts. Support the Project managers in contract administration and commercial negotiations. Help draft NEC compliant contracts and support the technical Engineering team in drafting compliant works informtion sections and scopes. Report monthly project performance against key KPIs. Assess pricing and risk elements of tender returns, pricing or quotations. Complete directorate reporting of forecast completion, cost and value to date, forecast outurn and planned completion for all projects within allocated project portfolio. Advocate and support the following and continual improvement of the departments processes and procedures, including adjustments to contracts as required. Support the departments Health, Safety and Wellbeing approach by visiting site and completing a safety observation and supporting safe sites. Actively undertake the appropriate training in company mandatory areas with focus on NEC contract training and seeking RICS chartership status. Manage Early Warning, Compensaton Event and Risk tools as well as business systems.You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Degree level in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering Excellent team management skills. Excellent report writing, editorial skills and good oral communication. Delivery focussed with a good team ethic and organisational skills. Experience in quantity surveying or contract management in the construction industry with practical awareness of NEC contracts and contract administration. Understanding of the Health and Safety regulations that affect their area of workWe 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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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: £55,000 - £60,000 p.a. dependant on experience

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 multi-disciplined, technical and engineering aspects of 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 above ground 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. Main Responsibilities Prepare, schedule, and coordinate assigned engineering projects. Monitor compliance with all applicable codes, practices, and performance standards. Interact daily with clients to understand their needs and represent them in the field. Perform quality control on all aspects of the work, including budget and schedule, and report on project status. Assign responsibilities and support the project team. Collaborate with the project manager and other participants to provide technical assistance. Review engineering deliverables and initiate corrective actions where needed. Liaise with stakeholders to gain approvals and facilitate projects.What you'll need A degree, HNC, or HND in an engineering discipline. Chartered or working towards Chartership (CEng). Proven working experience as a Project Engineer. Experience in a water distribution or similar industrial background. A strong understanding of CDM 2015 and how it's applied to projects. A strong understanding of the various NEC contracts and their application. Excellent communication and time management skills. A valid UK driving licence.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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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 £50,000 p.a. dependent on experience

Summary: Are you passionate about sustainability and looking for a role where your expertise directly impacts the environment? Do you want to lead innovative programmes that change how we think about and use water? At South East Water, we are looking for a Water Efficiency Delivery Lead to join our Customer Demand Management team in Snodland. This is an exciting opportunity to take the reins of our water efficiency strategy, moving beyond simple advice to deliver high-impact, multi-channel interventions for both homes and businesses. Whether you are looking for a purpose-driven role with a healthy work-life balance, or ready to take the next step in your leadership career, this role offers the autonomy and technical challenge to make a real difference. In this role, you'll be at the heart of our mission to meet ambitious AMP8 regulatory targets. You will bridge the gap between technical data and customer engagement, translating complex insights into "plain English" campaigns that resonate with our community. You'll lead the development of bespoke strategies for the non-household market and oversee the rollout of smart, data-enabled water-saving technologies. It's a fast-paced role that balances essential daily operations with the creative freedom to pilot new behavioural science techniques and cutting-edge technologies. Main Responsibilities: Lead the end-to-end delivery of water efficiency interventions across household and non-household sectors to drive measurable reductions in water consumption in line with our Business Plan Manage annual communication plans and "Business as Usual" (BAU) tasks within customer systems, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and evolving customer insights. Design and execute multi-channel device programmes, collaborating with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure innovative and cost-effective delivery. Develop bespoke strategies for business users, navigating the unique mechanisms of the non-household retail market. Partner with the Engagement Programme Lead to spearhead research initiatives that generate actionable data on customer behaviour. Act as a regional ambassador at public events, promoting water-efficient practices and overseeing the collection of engagement data. Ensure full compliance with governance and Ofwat/Environment Agency requirements, maintaining a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape.What you'll need: Skills / Experience / Qualifications Proven experience in water efficiency, water resources, or demand management within a regulated utility environment. A track record of success in delivering measurable outcomes against strict regulatory targets (ideally with exposure to AMP7/AMP8 cycles). Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, regulators, and third-party partners. Excellent communication skills, specifically the ability to translate technical water-saving concepts into accessible language for public-facing campaigns. Analytical mindset, with the ability to use consumption data-including real-time insights from smart metering-to target campaigns effectively. Exceptional organisational skills to manage complex, large-scale operational programmes and budgets alongside shifting priorities. A valid UK Driving License, as you will be representing us at regional events.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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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: £32,000 - £36,000

Summary: Join our IT team as a Solutions Analyst and be the essential technical bridge to our Scientific Services department. In this role, you will lead the lifecycle management and development of our ThermoFisher LIMS suite, the digital engine driving our water testing operations. You will work side-by-side with Laboratory Managers and Scientists to translate complex analytical requirements into reliable technical workflows, ensuring every water sample moves accurately from collection to final report. Your work is fundamental to public health and national regulatory compliance. By maintaining a high-performing, integrated LIMS SampleManager laboratory environment, you prevent operational bottlenecks and safeguard the integrity of thousands of daily water quality tests. Your expertise directly enables us to meet Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) standards, ensuring a safe and consistent water supply for millions of customers. Main Responsibilities Conduct workshops and one-to-one sessions with laboratory staff to define the business objectives and functional outcomes required for new system enhancements. Design and specify software modules or configuration changes to the ThermoFisher platform to deliver solutions that improve laboratory efficiency and data quality. Develop and implement code changes, ad-hoc queries, and reports to meet the specific analytical needs of the Scientific Services team. Execute rigorous testing protocols on new software modules in accordance with IT policies to ensure "right first time" delivery and regulatory compliance. Analyse the impact of proposed system changes and coordinate the change control process to minimise risk to live laboratory operations. Provide 2nd and 3rd line technical support for reported system issues to resolve faults and maintain the availability of critical testing applications. Train end-users on new system functionality and mentor junior IT colleagues to ensure effective adoption and long-term supportability of the solution. Liaise with third-party suppliers (ThermoFisher) and internal infrastructure teams to implement major software upgrades and troubleshoot complex external defects. Maintain up-to-date technical documentation and manage code revisions to ensure the long-term maintainability and auditability of the system. Participate in the out-of-hours on-call rota to provide emergency technical response for critical system outages affecting 24/7 laboratory operations.You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Educated to degree level in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline, or possessing equivalent vocational qualifications and significant operational experience in systems development. Certification in ITIL (Service Management) or relevant software development methodologies (e.g., Agile/Waterfall). Technical proficiency in configuring and customising Laboratory Information Management Systems (specifically ThermoFisher LIMS SampleManager or similar enterprise LIMS platforms). Strong coding skills in languages relevant to the LIMS environment (e.g., VGL, C#, .NET) and experience with scripting for automation. Advanced knowledge of SQL (Oracle or SQL Server). Ability to translate scientific business processes into clear technical specifications and functional designs. Skill in creating precise technical documentation, including change logs, code revisions, and user guides. Proven experience in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), from gathering requirements through to testing, implementation, and post-go-live support. Experience collaborating with third-party software suppliers (such as ThermoFisher) to manage upgrades, patch deployments, and resolve escalated defects. Practical experience in integrating core business applications with other enterprise systems or laboratory instrumentation. A strong track record of managing software changes within a formal change control framework, ensuring risk analysis is conducted to prevent operational disruption. Experience providing 2nd and 3rd line technical support, troubleshooting complex application errors, and delivering training to non-technical business usersWe 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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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 - £55,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)

Summary: Do you want to jump-start your career while earning a well-regarded qualification? Do you have a strong desire to help others? Do you want to be a part of an award-winning team with a meaningful purpose? Then do not pass up this opportunity... We have regular apprenticeship intakes with a guaranteed, permanent position on successful completion. As a Customer Service Apprentice, you will use your entire passion, drive, and willingness to give great service. And with so much variation, you can be sure that no two days will ever be the same. You'll aid with billing inquiries, providing refunds, and setting up payment plans, as well as resolving water supply concerns including leaks and other problems. The Institute of Customer Service has given our Customer Service team the distinction grade. We are one of just 18 organisations in the country to get this coveted honour. As a result, you'll be joining a team that provides their all. This is a structured 24-month apprenticeship that includes group workshops, individual training, and other assignments in addition to on-the-job learning. On your road to completing a Customer Service Specialist Level 3 Apprenticeship and securing a permanent career at the end of the apprenticeship programme, you can expect plenty of encouragement and support from your Trainers, Team Managers, Mentors, and Buddies. It's not a problem if you don't have much work experience. We know you'll bring a lot of determination and a strong desire to succeed. So, what's most crucial is that you work well as a team and are comfortable speaking in with others. In this role, you'll focus on three key areas of performance: handling calls efficiently, maintaining quality, and providing the greatest customer experience possible. We understand the importance of progressing in your career. As a result, your salary will rise as you progress through your apprenticeship. When you join, you'll be a part of one of our call centre teams. We're open Monday through Friday from 8:00 until 19:00 and on Saturday from 8:00 until 13:00. As a result, you will be able to schedule your shifts so that 1 in 6 Saturdays are worked. Your rotas will be available in advance so that you may make plans. With monthly and quarterly bonuses offered based on your performance and assisting us in providing the greatest levels of customer satisfaction, you can earn additional money in addition to your income. On average, you can anticipate earning an additional £3,000 annually, with a possible maximum of £6,300. Main responsibilities: Develop and build knowledge of the Customer Service area by completing the apprentice pathway Understand the importance of the business areas, the processes, data protection, regulatory compliance and attendance. Begin to build relationships with peers and colleagues to enhance the team working environment, resolve customer problems. Develop an awareness of information and resources available and proactively ensure that skills and knowledge are deepened to enable progression. Attend and contribute to team meetings with team, peers and colleagues. Complete customer service level 3 apprenticeship.You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Achieved GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C (or equivalent) Excellent computer abilities You'll have a passion for serving others and providing the best service Good time management skills supporting you to complete the apprenticeship Be self-assured conversing with others and engaging with new and different individuals Be goal-focused and like overcoming difficultiesIt will be a bonus if you have: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Experience and understanding of the importance of excellent customer satisfactionEmployees 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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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 at £18,369.04 and increasing to £24,810.59 over 24 months

Summary: Looking for a role where your technical input directly impacts the resilience of our water supply? Do you want to work on complex, large-scale schemes within a stable, supportive environment? We are looking for an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to join our engineering team. This is a role for someone who wants to be involved across the entire project lifecycle, from initial conception through to final completion. You'll deliver above-ground schemes that directly improve water quality and fortify our treatment works. It's vital, hands-on work designed to build a more resilient network. Whether you are an experienced professional seeking a better work-life balance, or a technical specialist ready for more autonomy, you'll find that we value expertise and provide a clear, sustainable path for career growth. Main Responsibilities: Performing administrative tasks as required, including preparing estimates and invoices and keeping track of the project's progress, usually with the help of specific software and technical experts. Reporting to the project manager on the project's progress through the project lifecycle. Supporting team members by researching project information. Updating and reporting on the project's schedule progress, budget, and spending. Collaborating with stakeholders about their needs and goals for the project. Support the Check and Review of project scopes ensuring they achieve the required outputs and quality standards. Providing input into the coordination of technical solutions and support on complex capital projects. This includes Scope Documents, Works & Site Information, Design Drawings, Programmes, CDM Documents and compilation of job packs to required deadlines. Liaison with internal stakeholders and external 3rd parties, to seek approvals to facilitate projects. Undertaking site visits/audits and conduct project meetings. Working closely with Project Managers in regard to delivery dates, programme and cost analysis. Liaising with third parties to ensure they have the correct information. Maintaining thorough documentation of project activities. Regularly reviewing and updating processes and procedures.You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience HNC, HND or degree in an Engineering discipline. Relevant Project Management Qualifications. Experience in a water distribution environment or similar industrial background. A keen, committed and motivated individual with excellent communication skills. Experience of project management software and common data environments. Demonstrate and implement sound engineering judgement. Strong understanding of CDM 2015 and how it is applied to projects. Excellent communication and time management skillsWe 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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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 £42,000 p.a. dependent on experience

Job Title: Water Trainer Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Our client delivers high-quality, engaging training across the utilities sector, with a strong focus on Health & Safety and Water Industry Operations. From their modern training centre to live virtual classrooms and on-site client delivery, they tailor every programme to create meaningful, effective learning experiences. As a growing organisation with a positive, proactive team culture, our client is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Water Trainer to join their Education Team and help shape the next generation of utilities professionals. The Role: This is an exciting opportunity for a knowledgeable utilities professional ready to step into — or further develop — a training career as a Water Trainer . You’ll design and deliver high-quality training programmes that meet industry and awarding body standards, supporting learners across a range of environments: • In-house training facility, Client sites and Remote/virtual classrooms We’re particularly interested in candidates with experience in: • Water Distribution Networks, Leakage, Water Treatment, Utilities Mains Laying & Repairs Key Responsibilities: • As the Water Trainer - Deliver engaging, high-standard training sessions across multiple subjects, • Assess learner performance and provide constructive, developmental feedback, • Develop and adapt training materials to meet client and awarding body requirements, • Support programme development and continuous quality improvement, • Monitor learner progress and provide additional support where required, • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry developments and training best practice, • Work in accordance with company policies and the Business Management System (BMS) What Our Client Is Looking For: Essential • Minimum 2 years’ experience in the utilities industry, • Full UK driving licence, • Strong communication and presentation skills, • Excellent organisation and time management, • Confident using MS Office, Teams and Zoom, • Self-motivated, proactive and able to work independently Desirable (or willing to work towards): • Experience in a training/instructional role, • Level 3 or 4 qualification in Training & Development (e.g. PTTLS / CTTLS), • Assessor qualification (TAQA / CAVA), • IOSH Technical Membership (or above), • EUSR accreditation What They Offer: • 24 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, • Enhanced sickness pay, • Company mobile phone & laptop, • Company pension scheme, • Private healthcare, • Death in Service benefit, • Friends & family discounts, • Mileage reimbursement, • Optional overtime opportunities, • A supportive, dynamic and growing team culture Paul Feldman is the National Skills Agency Data Protection Officer. Your data will be stored until notice is given by you for it to be removed. Our Data Protection Policy will be forwarded to you on request. As we get a high number of applications we may be unable to give feedback to unsuccessful candidates. We will retain your details to keep you informed of other opportunities. National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all backgrounds

Pinnacle Recruitment are currently looking for Quantity Surveyors to work for a leading contractor in the UK water and civil engineering sectors. Salary - £50,000 - £60,000 + pkg You will take ownership from tender handover through to final account, ensuring effective cost control, robust financial reporting, and clear, confident engagement with both internal teams and external stakeholders. Working collaboratively across departments, you’ll support successful project outcomes through accurate forecasting, sound contract administration, and commercially focused decision‑making. In this role, you’ll manage payment applications, interface with subcontractors, oversee procurement activities, and contribute to efficient budget and cost management. You’ll bring strong commercial insight, the ability to work autonomously under pressure, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and compliance throughout all project phases. Requirements Solid experience in a similar commercial role (minimum 2 years). Strong commercial awareness with experience preparing cost reports and forecasts. Good working knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contract administration. Confident communicator capable of engaging stakeholders at all levels. Strong negotiation skills and the ability to work independently to tight deadlines. Proficient IT skills, particularly Excel and Word. Experience in the water industry or MEICA projects (desirable). Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related field (desirable)

Summary: We are looking for a Project Controller who thrives on bringing order to complexity. This isn't just about ticking boxes; it's about being the heartbeat of our Investment Delivery function. You'll be the person ensuring our large-scale infrastructure projects stay on track, on budget, and fully governed. Whether you are a seasoned pro looking for a high-impact role that respects your work-life balance, or a rising talent eager to take ownership of complex technical challenges, this role offers the autonomy and purpose you've been searching for. You'll work within a supportive, expert team where your technical P6 mastery is genuinely valued, and your career growth is a priority. Main responsibilities: Update monthly all project programmes on P6 and sure programmes are an accurate reflection and challenge any key areas that are not. Complete all funding requests (CER) for projects within relevant portfolio. Complete all change requests via the IMS systems and ensure change process is followed. Ensure all programmes are baselined and change managed against the baseline. Run the relevant reports for earned value including SPI and CPI. Initiate projects on P6 as required from the IMS system. Identify and report on any schedule variance or cost variance. Review contractor programmes for compliance with NEC contracts and relevant contractual obligations. Support a H&S initiative by attending site identifying any safety concerns via a Safety Observation. Attend site progress meetings with the contractor as required.You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience P6 primavera formal training to professional level. Excellent report writing and editorial skills, and good oral communication. Delivery focussed with a good team ethic and organisational skills. A minimum of 2 years experience in using P6 as a project controller in the construction industry. Expert planning and scheduling knowledge. Have a good understanding of Change Management. Have a technical understanding of Earned Value & VOWD. Understanding of the Health and Safety regulations that affect their area of work. Relevant construction experience on major multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects.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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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 £45,000 - £50,000 p.a. dependent upon experience

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

Job Title: Head of Sustainability / Environment Location: Kent (with travel across development sites) Salary: Upto £82,000 per annum plus package The Company Our client is a well-established and growing housebuilder delivering high-quality residential developments across Kent and the South East. With a strong reputation for design, build quality and community-focused developments, they are committed to embedding sustainability and environmental best practice across all stages of their projects. As part of their continued growth and commitment to responsible development, they are now seeking an experienced Head of Sustainability / Environment to lead and shape their environmental and sustainability strategy. The Role This is a senior leadership position responsible for developing and implementing the company’s sustainability and environmental strategy across land acquisition, planning, design, construction and handover. You will work closely with the executive team and operational departments to ensure sustainability is integrated into decision-making, supporting compliance, innovation and long-term environmental performance. Key Responsibilities Develop and lead the company’s sustainability and environmental strategy across all business operations. Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, planning requirements and industry standards. Drive improvements in areas such as carbon reduction, biodiversity, waste management, water efficiency and sustainable materials. Provide environmental guidance throughout the development lifecycle, from land acquisition through to construction and completion. Lead initiatives relating to net zero, biodiversity net gain and climate resilience. Manage environmental reporting, performance monitoring and ESG metrics. Engage with local authorities, regulators, consultants and external stakeholders. Provide leadership and support to internal teams to embed sustainability into everyday practices. Monitor emerging legislation, policy changes and industry trends to keep the business ahead of regulatory requirements. Requirements Proven experience in a senior sustainability or environmental role within housebuilding, construction, development or the built environment. Strong knowledge of environmental legislation, planning policy and sustainability frameworks relevant to residential development. Experience delivering sustainability strategies across multi-site developments. Understanding of areas such as carbon reduction, biodiversity net gain, environmental management systems and sustainable construction practices. Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills. Relevant degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Environmental Management or a related discipline. Professional membership (IEMA, CIWEM or similar) would be advantageous. What’s on Offer Opportunity to lead sustainability strategy within a growing and respected housebuilder. Senior leadership role with real influence on business strategy and development outcomes. Competitive salary and benefits package. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Apply For more information or to apply for this position, please contact us for a confidential discussion

Technical Compliance Manager Location: South East Salary: £85,000 + Bonus + Package PFI Technical Engineering qualifications required We are seeking an experienced Technical Compliance Manager to support a PFI healthcare contract in the Southeast. Duties Include: Build and maintain effective relationships with Contract Representatives and Facilities Management and service Providers. Attend strategic and stakeholder meetings, including fire and water safety reviews. Monitor hard FM services, ensuring planned, reactive, and remedial maintenance is delivered in line with contractual SLAs. Ensure all technical service outputs comply with the Hard FM Contract and PFI Project Agreement. Monitor performance to avoid financial penalties and minimise service failures. Review and challenge compliance documentation, including O&Ms, certificates, drawings, and inspection records. Oversee and audit the Service Provider’s CAFM system, asset registers, and maintenance schedules. Conduct inspections and audits to ensure safe and compliant operation of MEP systems. Review contractor competence, insurance, and RAMS. Provide regular compliance reports to senior management, identifying risks and corrective actions. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and industry standards. Identify and manage technical risks and develop mitigation plans. Undertake additional duties as required by senior management. Delivery of all technical PPM and reactive activities within contractual timescales. 100% statutory compliance. Compliant Service Provider performance. Minimise performance failures and financial deductions. Qualifications/ Requirements Essential Criteria Degree or ONC/HNC qualified in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent). Strong knowledge of M&E and HVAC systems, including statutory compliance. Experience within the PFI sector, preferably in a large acute hospital. Proven background in managing Hard FM / Technical Services contracts. Ability to influence performance and deliver practical solutions in a customer-facing environment. Strong analytical, communication, and performance monitoring skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and CAFM systems. Familiar with ISO 9001 quality standards. Willing to undertake training and successfully obtain a DBS check. #PFI #engneering #NHS

Summary: In this role, you will help us grow our reputation and build stronger relationships with the communities we serve. You'll be joining a growing team where your experience will be put to use across a wide variety of tasks, ranging from managing official consultations and private briefings to organising large-scale public events. Because we provide an essential service, you will also play a key part in our team's on-call standby rota to ensure we are always there when our customers need us. We are looking for someone who can easily switch between multiple projects without losing sight of the finish line. You should be someone who remains calm under pressure and can handle competing priorities while meeting every deadline. Confidence is key, especially when dealing with the press or broadcast media so being a natural communicator will be key. Main Responsibilities: You will assist the Senior Community Engagement Manager in enhancing the reputation of the business amongst the company's wide variety of stakeholders, delivering the Stakeholder Engagement Strategy. Work with business leads to develop high quality stakeholder engagement programmes across a range of projects from statutory consultations and business planning activities to day-to-day activities. Assist in devising a structured engagement programme with key regulatory and political stakeholders. Draft accurate stakeholder communications materials, including, but not limited to; engagement plans and evaluations, briefing notes, statements, presentations, exhibition materials, website copy and FAQs Manage, maintain and develop South East Water's stakeholder engagement database and identify engagement opportunities amongst stakeholders Strategically manage the creation, mapping, delivery and reporting of stakeholder engagement events to ensure outcomes achieve pre-agreed objectives. Assist departments in resolving potentially sensitive or high-profile stakeholder complaints Arrange and accompany senior managers, as appropriate, to meet with key stakeholders on a 1-2-1 basis Find new and innovative approaches to engage with our stakeholders Assist with the development of key business publications such as the interim and annual reports Confident at liaising with engagement consultants, designers, photographers, videographers and other contractors to achieve desired outcomes. Be part of the Communications out of hours on call rota, responding to media enquiries and assisting during emergency incidentsYou'll need: Qualifications/Skills/Experience Qualified to a degree level or equivalent. Strong interpersonal skills when dealing with people from across the social and political spectrum, as well as a commitment both in terms of responsibility, availability and flexibility. Full UK driving licence is a requirement as this role involves regular travel around the south east. Stakeholder engagement. Project Coordination, Political & regulatory awareness. Event delivery, Database management & CRM. Business/Corporate communications. Copywriting, Innovation & digital engagement, Issue/complaint resolution. Senior management support, Contractor management, Crisis communications experience desirable Demonstrable experience in either stakeholder relations, or related field / public relations/communications, either agency or in-house.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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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 £40,312 (dependent on experience) + car allowance of £6254 p.a

Summary: Do you have a passion for delivering process engineering excellence that meets regulatory and quality standards? Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping water infrastructure through innovative process engineering? If this sounds like you, then you'll want to learn more about this opportunity... We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. 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. 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. 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. Main responsibilities 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 & Site Information, Design Drawings, CDM Documents and compilation of job packs to required deadlines Prepare process design calculations and reviewing Contractor design calculations Evaluate Whole Life Cost and TOTEX costings for process solutions Develop Process and asset performance guarantees Develop robust risk assessed solutions that deliver value to the business Ensure quality of deliverables meet business and regulatory needs, including Check and Review of project scopes ensuring they achieve the required outputs and quality standardsYou'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience HNC/HND, Degree level or equivalent, preferably in chemical engineering or a relevant proven scientific or engineering field Sound knowledge of the relevant regulations and Process Engineering specific standards and practices. Chartered Engineer or working towards Chartered status would be advantageous. Knowledge of designing and/or optimising clean water treatment processes, or relevant applicable knowledge/skills Excellent communication skills and an ability to collaborate and influence colleagues Ability to demonstrate and implement sound engineering judgement, identifying innovative solutions to complex problems Competent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite - knowledge of Google Workspace would be beneficial Excellent time management skills A passion for continuous professional development Experience in a relevant technical role within the water industry, ideally focused on clean water treatment processes Awareness and understanding of industry standards, regulations and specificationsWe 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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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

Summary: At South East Water, we don't just move water; we navigate a complex web of 11 different Local Highway Authorities. We are looking for a Highways Compliance Officer, if you're a problem-solver who thrives on variety-balancing technical consultancy with real-world site auditing-this is the role for you. This isn't a desk-bound job. You are the vital link between our strategic projects and the public highway. You'll be out on-site at least once a week, ensuring that everything from emergency repairs to major main replacements is safe, compliant, and clever. Main Responsibilities: The Internal Consultant:Providing technical guidance to Project Managers and contractors to ensure works are coordinated smoothly and safely. The Site Auditor: Getting out on the road to conduct safety audits and monitor permits, identifying trends that help us get better every day. The Relationship Builder:Acting as the face of the company with Highway Authorities and HAUC, ensuring South East Water maintains a stellar reputation. The Compliance Expert: Keeping us ahead of the curve on the New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) and the Traffic Management Act (TMA).About You: We are a small team, so your attitude matters as much as your technical knowledge. We need someone who is self-motivated and ready to put forward fresh ideas and initiatives. Experience: You've worked in a street works or highways environment and know your way around Permit and Lane Rental schemes. The "Eye": You have a keen eye for detail and a knack for spotting safety or compliance issues before they become problems. Communication: You can break down complex legislation into clear, actionable advice for contractors and internal teams alike. Resilience: You're highly organised and can juggle multiple priorities without losing your positive outlook.Why Join Us? You'll have the autonomy to manage your own site visits and the influence to drive continuous improvement across the business. We value a fresh perspective-if you see a better way to do things, we want to hear it. 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: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits.What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.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 £34,500 depending on experience