Water​/Wastewater Asset Optimisation Consultant

Overview

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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

In this newly created role you will be responsible for the delivery of the asset performance, reliability and optimisation solutions of existing infrastructure and process plant across our client’s portfolio of wastewater treatment facilities. You will also deliver project tasks, designs and work with stakeholders on water and wastewater infrastructure and facilities at various stages in the project life cycle, working within our multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects within agreed time frames and budget.

Your remit will include:

• System Optimization — Analyze and enhance the performance of wastewater treatment processes to reduce energy consumption, chemical usage, and operational costs.
• Process Monitoring — Use data analytics and control systems to monitor plant performance and identify inefficiencies.
• Technology Integration — Implement technologies such as automation, sensors, and AI to improve treatment outcomes.
• Troubleshooting — Diagnose and resolve issues in treatment processes, including biological, chemical, and mechanical systems.
• Regulatory Compliance — Ensure systems meet environmental regulations and standards (e.g., EPA, local water authorities).
• Project Management — Lead or support projects aimed at upgrading or retrofitting existing infrastructure for better performance.

• A proven track record of delivering asset improvements in the water sector
• Achieved / Working towards Incorporated (IEng) or Chartered Status (CEng) with a recognised Professional Institution
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Water and/or wastewater networks
• Water and/or wastewater treatment works
• Hydraulics
• Control and Automation
• Ability to leverage latest practices and apply them to legacy systems
• A curious mind that challenges today to reinvent tomorrow
• Enthusiasm to solve problems and enjoy working as part of a large multinational company
• Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams, coordinating and supporting junior staff
• Excellent communications skills to engage with clients at all levels
• Proactive and keen to take ownership of client relationships and contribute to business growth

Joining Jacobs connects you locally and globally. We value safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging, and put people at the heart of our business. We support flexible working, wellbeing benefits, and our global giving and volunteering program. We are committed to inclusion and belonging and partner with initiatives to attract diverse talent.

We are a disability confident employer and welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working or who may not meet all listed requirements for a role. We offer hybrid working with a mix of office and project locations.