Water Resources Planning Analyst

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and improve datasets, databases and reporting systems that underpin long‑term planning activities
• Support the delivery of Water Resources Management Plan, Drainage and Wastewater Management Plan and Annual Performance Review reporting requirements
• Maintain and enhance demand forecasting and demand management models
• Build and improve reporting capability using Power BI, GIS and database platforms
• Use Python and other analytical tools to improve data management, automation and reporting processes
• Manage, interpret and communicate large datasets relating to water demand, population, leakage and wider planning metrics
• Support scenario testing, modelling and analysis to aid strategic decision‑making
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders across the business and external planning partners
• Promote data quality, governance and continuous improvement

• Proven experience building, managing and interpreting datasets and analytical models
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with database systems
• Experience using Power BI to create meaningful reporting and visualisations
• Experience working with GIS and spatial datasets
• Knowledge of or experience writing code using Python
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to interpret trends and communicate insights to different audiences
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills
• Desirable:
  Experience with in the water sector or regulated utilities, regulatory reporting, demand forecasting or long‑term planning.

Demonstrates expertise in developing and managing datasets, databases, and reporting systems, with a strong focus on data quality and governance. Proficient in using analytical tools like Python and Power BI to enhance reporting capabilities and support strategic decision‑making in water resource management.

• Power BI
• GIS
• Database Systems
• Analytical Tools