This is an opportunity for an experienced Wastewater Modeller to apply their expertise to critical environmental and planning initiatives, including the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) and Drainage and Wastewater Management Plans (DWMP). You will play a key role in developing and analysing hydraulic models, creating actionable strategies, and exploring innovative approaches to urban water management.

What you’ll be doing as a Wastewater Hydraulic Modeller

  • Expert Model Development and Calibration: Lead the review, updating, and calibration of complex Integrated Catchment Models (ICM), leveraging a wide range of data sources. You will be responsible for ensuring model accuracy and reliability to support critical project decisions.
  • Strategic Field Investigation Management: Plan and supervise asset, flow surveys, and other field investigations. Your oversight will be critical to acquiring the high-quality data necessary to inform and validate model development.
  • Innovative Solution Development: Use your modelling insights to drive the optioneering process. You will be accountable for identifying, evaluating, and developing potential solutions to mitigate current and future risks and enhance overall network performance.
  • End-to-End Project Management: Take on the project management responsibilities for ICM modelling programmes. You will ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest technical standards, while effectively managing resources and stakeholders.

Base location: Reading Sewer Treatment Works  RG2 0RP

Working pattern or hours: 36 hours Mon-Fri

 

What you should bring to the role

To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are:

  • A degree or professional qualification in a relevant field such as Civil/Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, or a related scientific discipline.
  • Extensive hands-on experience and advanced proficiency with ICM modelling software. This includes a track record of building and maintaining complex models, conducting detailed performance analyses, and leading the optioneering process to develop and evaluate strategic solutions.
  • Substantial experience working directly for or on behalf of a water or sewerage undertaker, with a deep understanding of their operational and regulatory challenges.
  • A robust understanding of the theory and operation of wastewater network assets, enabling you to deliver effective and reliable modelling outcomes.
  • Excellent report writing and numerical skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical findings clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • A highly collaborative and proactive mindset, with a proven ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams and drive a solution-based approach to project delivery.
  • Demonstrated capability for independent work, with a high degree of technical judgment to make robust decisions with minimal supervision. 

Extra qualities that would be a great fit for our team:

  • Regulatory Investigation and Compliance: Expertise in supporting and leading complex investigations related to industry regulations and programmes, such as the Storm Overflow Assessment Framework (SOAF) and investigations under the Environment Act (INV4). This includes a thorough understanding of compliance requirements for Drainage and Wastewater Management Plans (DWMPs) and the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP).
  • Technical Leadership and Mentorship: A commitment to fostering team growth by mentoring and developing more junior modellers. You will provide technical guidance and support, reviewing their work and helping to advance their skills and careers. 

What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive salary from £45,940 to £60,000 per annum depending on experience.
  • 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays) 
  • Performance-related pay plan directly linked to both company and individual performance measures and targets
  • Generous Pension Scheme through AON
  • Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

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Who are we?

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

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

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

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

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

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support.

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

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