Network Optimisation Specialist

Our innovation strategy is simple - We want to solve the challenges we have today as well as find answers to some of our industry’s bigger long-term challenges. Whether it's delivering water that is always good to drink, reducing waste in our processes with energy efficient technologies or improving visibility of the network, our 150+ strong team of innovators are working day in day out to make it happen. If you want to do more because you care, we’d love to talk to you. There really is something for everyone here.

With that in mind we’re looking for a Network Optimisation Specialist to help us as we do so at our site in Shelton.

Do you have experience in managing a water distribution network and want to play a key part in ensuring our assets work together effectively, promoting a calm network. Maybe you have a keen eye for continuous development and can suggest new ways of working whilst having customers at the forefront of your mind?

Does this sound like you? Well if so, read on…

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

In short, our Network Optimisation teams are responsible for ensuring that Severn Trent meets and improves the water supply service our customers experience. This role provides technical expertise to monitor, evaluate and optimise the water distribution system for our customers and is why it’s key you have a customer focused mindset.

When successful in role, you’ll act as the architect of our network ensuring the configuration and controls meet the company standards and are optimised to deliver a quality service and meet our regulatory standards. You’ll perform troubleshooting to system failures and identify resolutions to ensure long term efficiency of network.

Your key accountabilities in helping us will include:

• Mentoring, coaching and developing the team to maximise knowledge and technical skills to ensure a high consistent standard of deliverables are produced.
• Directing and prioritising proactive improvement activity on the water network to create a balance of team workload that meets targets.
• Liaising with all stakeholders looking to understand, improve and/or invest in the network.
• The development of control group operational strategies that improve network resilience and performance to align with Company ODI’s.
• Make sure that accurate and quality contingency plans are maintained for strategic and tactical assets to progress preventative and mitigating actions thus ensuring the network provides a continuous supply to our customers.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

The ideal candidate will have experience of data analysis, with analytical skills in assessment of operational data to resolve complex issues. Experience within a water business.

Are you a self-starter who has a passion for improving performance? And do you have excellent organisation and planning skills, and are comfortable driving work progress alongside others in a collaborative way that delivers results?

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate

• 10% monthly discount with Busy Bee Nurserys, and one-week free childcare
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year

WHATS NEXT?

We can’t wait to hear from you.

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. If you’re not too sure about what you need to do, or have a question about the role before applying, please do reach out to our amazing team of recruiters at recruitment@severntrent.co.uk.

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