At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead sustainable sewage solutions and manage projects from start to finish.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to environmental impact.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace that values diversity and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community with innovative wastewater solutions.
- Qualifications: Engineering experience or qualification and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 45000 £ per year.
Location: East Anglia Area
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours/shift pattern: Full-time 37 hours. We offer flexible working opportunities, which can be discussed further during the interview process.
Salary: circa £45,000
Join our team in this brand new role and lead on environmentally friendly and sustainable sewage solutions across our region!
Role Summary: In this involved and exciting role, you’ll manage the applications, from inception to completion, that align to the Section 101A Water Industry Act 1991 and lead on providing a new public sewer if environmental or amenity problems exist or are likely to arise from their existing drainage system.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the assessment and design of First Time Sewerage (S101a) applications, from initial reviews to detailed technical assessments and appeals.
- Produce high-quality outline sewerage infrastructure designs and technical reports.
- Input cost and design data into the Copperleaf C55 system to inform financial and business planning decisions.
- Undertake site surveys to assess pollution risks and engage with customers, Parish Councils, the Environment Agency, and local authorities.
- Manage the S101a applications and mailbox, handling queries and coordinating data from multiple stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure GDPR compliance across all data management.
- Oversee projects to ensure delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.
- Work collaboratively with design, construction, and environmental partners to deliver effective wastewater solutions.
- Drive high standards of Health & Safety, embedding a zero-accident culture and continuous improvement mindset.
Key Skills & Behaviours:
- Demonstrable experience in undertaking the design of various pipeline projects within the Wastewater Industry.
- Relevant engineering experience or qualification.
- Experience in producing outline technical sketches in communicating alternatives/solutions.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Enthusiasm to learn & work alone.
- Strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
- Good report writing skills and ability to undertake analysis and results interpretation.
- Collaborative; working with a variety of people and teams to achieve business success.
Inclusion is for everyone and we are an equal opportunity employer, which means we’ll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we’re committed to creating an environment where all our colleagues feel they belong.
Closing date: 12th November 2025
First Time Sewerage Infrastructure Engineer in Peterborough employer: Anglian Water @one Alliance
At Anglian Water @one Alliance, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. With a strong focus on career progression and personal development, we offer unique opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that enhance the environment. Located in Peterborough, our hybrid working model provides flexibility while being part of a team dedicated to delivering excellence in the water industry.
Contact Details:
Anglian Water @one Alliance Recruitment Team
