Senior Clean Water Hydraulic Modeller

Overview

We recognise people want to work in a variety of different ways, and that s why we re happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Please feel free to talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may be looking for.

We re making a difference:
Together, we can ensure that there is enough water for everyone, now and in the future. Portsmouth Water are seeking an experienced Senior Clean Water Hydraulic Modeller to set the technical direction for our modelling capability, aligned with national standards and evolving best practice. This pivotal role will influence how data, insight and innovation are used to understand and optimise our potable water network.

You will provide strategic and technical leadership, develop our modelling capability for the future, and play a key role in strengthening the wider Asset Intelligence function ensuring Portsmouth Water remains at the forefront of network insight. Please be aware, the Company has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we may receive, we re unable to respond to every applicant individually.

If your application is of interest, we ll usually be in touch within 4 weeks of receiving it.

• Technically and strategically drive the Hydraulic Modelling function including internal and external service provision for Portsmouth Water.
• Maintenance of quality calibration through live modelling and model maintenance.
• Provide comprehensive direction on hydraulic modelling to the business and serve as potable hydraulic systems SME.
• Grow hydraulic modelling capabilities in line with industry needs and emerging technology.
• Aim to be leading the industry in terms of Network Intelligence and Insights.
• Assist the growth and development of the Asset Intelligence department.
• Guide modelling tasks, overseeing junior modellers to ensure quality assurance.
• Training and support of junior modelling staff in modelling tools and best practices. Experience with Info Works Pro including functionality, such as User Programable Controls, Open Data Import/Export Centre including scripts, SQL, and live data configuration.
• Experience processing and analysing telemetry of SCADA data (flow, pressure, level etc.) and performing demand analytics and studies.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, to produce oral presentations, elevate issues, and write reports for colleagues, non-technical staff and consultants.
• Recent clean water network model building experience, updating from CAD/GIS and model calibration.
• Ability to drive delivery of ancillary technical projects, and hydraulic modelling programmes and interacting with Hydraulic Modelling consultants.
• Provision of technical direction in hydraulic modelling.
• Enthusiasm for building a modelling team, playing a proactive part in shaping the growth and development of the direct team, Asset Intelligence and Asset Directorate.

• Experience with Water Regulatory requirement and impacts on water utilities.
• Familiarity with the relevant British Standards and clean water network modelling specifications of UK water companies.

• Experience with Water Regulatory requirement and impacts on water utilities.
• Familiarity with the relevant British Standards and clean water network modelling specifications of UK water companies.

What can Portsmouth Water offer you? At Portsmouth Water, we believe in rewarding our people. Here s just a taste of what s waiting for you when you join the team.

We ll help secure your future with a generous pension scheme, contributing up to 15% because your tomorrow matters as much as your today.

Performance Pays Off You could earn a non-contractual bonus of up to 6% of your basic salary, linked to company performance because when we succeed together, you should benefit too.

Family Comes First Whether you re welcoming a new arrival through birth or adoption, we ve got your back with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and pay.

Social Events All expenses covered summer and winter social events.

Peace of Mind, Always Our life assurance scheme gives your loved ones extra security, with a 4x salary lump sum benefit in case the unexpected happens.

Comprehensive Wellbeing Support Whether you need confidential mental health and wellbeing advice 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme, or physical health support via our Virtual GP service (available 8am10pm, 7 days a week for you and your immediate family), help is always close at hand with the Health Hero app.

• Electric Vehicle Scheme (after 1 year)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health Cash Plan

and so much more!