Senior Wastewater Network Modeller

## Senior Wastewater Network Modeller Apply locations:
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July 10, 2026 (27 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR7734
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* Job Title:

** Senior Wastewater Network Modeller
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* Location:

** Remote, with occasional site visits in the South East (Brighton/ Falmer)
** Contract Type:
** Permanent
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* Hours:

** 37
* * Salary:
** Up to £60,000 based on skills & experience
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* About the role:

** As a Senior Wastewater Network Modeller, you will lead the delivery of high‐quality wastewater network modelling across risk assessments, growth planning, resilience studies, and optioneering. You will mentor and develop junior modellers and graduates, promoting a collaborative and technically strong team.

You will oversee and carry out wastewater modelling using Info Works ICM, ensuring models are robust, auditable, and aligned with best practice. The role includes improving workflows through automation, strengthening digital capability, and driving continuous process improvement.

You will review and challenge technical outputs, provide clear technical direction, and turn complex modelling insights into practical, sustainable engineering solutions. Your work will support long‐term environmental stewardship and the development of resilient wastewater networks that meet regulatory and future growth needs.
** What you will be responsible for:
*** Support, mentor, and train junior staff and graduates across modelling, analysis, and design tasks.
* Lead and contribute to risk assessments, growth modelling, resilience studies, and technical design projects.
* Quality‐check modelling and design outputs to ensure technical excellence.
* Produce robust outline and detailed wastewater network solutions aligned with best practice and regulatory requirements.
* Interpret modelling results and translate complex data into clear, actionable engineering recommendations.
* Lead stakeholder engagement, presenting technical findings to internal teams, clients, and regulators.
* Contribute to project planning, scoping, and programme management to ensure timely, high‐quality delivery.
** What you'll bring to the role:
***** Essential
* *** Strong technical capability to lead small-scale projects
* 5 to 10 years wastewater modelling experience
* Experience delivering UK-based wastewater projects
* Chartered or close to chartered status
*** Desirable
* *** Programming experience (Python or Ruby)
* Experience with digital design and automation tools
** About Southern Water
** Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.

You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation
** Our commitment to inclusion
** At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need.

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