Senior Clean Water Modeller

Location: East Sussex

Job Title:

Senior Clean Water Modeller
Salary: £55,000 to £70,000 (dependent on experience)

Location:

Falmer - Hybrid / Remote options available
Type:
Permanent, Full Time

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Clean Water Modeller with strong expertise in Info Works WS Pro. You will play a key role in supporting strategic planning, operational optimisation, leakage reduction, and regulatory compliance across potable water supply networks.

About Our Client:
Our client is a leading UK water company driving transformation in water management. With significant investment planned over the next five years, they are committed to resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. This is an opportunity to join during a period of strategic change, alongside a skilled leadership team, and make a meaningful impact on the UK water industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Model Development & Calibration:
Lead the development, maintenance, and calibration of clean water hydraulic models using Info Works WS Pro. Validate models against telemetry, logger, and flow/pressure test data.
Operational & Strategic Planning:
Conduct scenario modelling for network performance under normal and stress conditions. Support operational teams with real-time and predictive modelling for pressure management, network reconfiguration, and resilience assessments.
Investment & Growth Planning:
Provide evidence-based modelling for capital investment projects. Collaborate with asset planners and engineers for WRMP, AMP, and business plan programmes.
Water Quality Modelling:
Simulate water age, chlorine decay, and booster performance. Analyse operational changes' impacts on service levels, discolouration risk, and regulatory compliance.
Leadership &

Innovation: Mentor junior modellers and analysts. Develop modelling standards, QA/QC procedures, and workflow automation (Python, SQL). Champion best practice in data integration, demand forecasting, and digital twin initiatives.
Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting:
Prepare technical reports and visualisations for internal and external stakeholders. Engage operational, planning, GIS, and regulatory teams to align model outcomes with business objectives.
What Our Client is Looking For:

Strong understanding of water and wastewater engineering within the UK Water Industry.
Essential: MEng, BEng, BSc, or HNC in Engineering, Environmental, or related science subject.
Experience in Info Works WS Pro and hydraulic modelling.
Ability to lead projects, mentor junior staff, and communicate technical information effectively.
What Our Client Offers:

Competitive salary (£55k-£70k)
Hybrid/remote working options
Opportunity to work on strategic projects with significant industry impact
Supportive environment for professional development and leadership
Eligibility:

Right to work in the UK
Relevant engineering or science qualifications
Opportunity for Growth:

Lead and influence major modelling projects
Develop professional expertise in water network digitalisation
Contribute to long-term strategic planning and investment decisions

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status