At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative sewerage projects and manage applications from start to finish.
- Company: Join Anglian Water, a leader in sustainable water services.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, competitive salary, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement and health & safety.
- Why this job: Make a real environmental impact while developing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in wastewater pipeline design and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 56250 £ per year.
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+ (dependent on experience and skills)
Who are we? Here within Anglian Water, we collaborate with a number of alliance partners to provide the best water and water recycling services across the region by maintaining our existing assets and undertaking new projects to safeguard future water supplies. Playing a key part in our drive to bring environmental and social prosperity to the region we serve through our commitment to Love Every Drop are our Integrated Operational Solutions (IOS) Alliance. Comprising of Anglian Water, MGroup, Barhale and Kier, the IOS Alliance work together to concentrate on solutions across the water recycling and clean water asset base.
What you'll be doing as our Lead Solutions Engineer? We’re seeking a passionate and skilled Lead Solutions Engineer to take a central role in delivering First Time Sewerage schemes under Section 101A of the Water Industry Act 1991. This role will manage the First Time Sewerage (S101A) Applications, Assessments and Appeals process. You will own the applications from start to finish — from early feasibility reviews through detailed technical assessments, site surveys, stakeholder engagement, and delivery oversight. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on autonomy, problem-solving, and meaningful environmental impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Complete Initial and Detailed Assessments and Appeals from S101A Applications.
- Design outline sewerage infrastructure solutions for Alternatives.
- Input First Time sewerage Alternatives into the AWS Estimating system (Copperleaf C55) for financial assessment of options between public and private alternatives.
- Conduct site visits to meet potential Sewerage Customers, Parish Councils & the Environment Agency and assess the area for potential pollution to local ground/watercourses.
- Manage the S101A Applications and Assessment & Appeals process, including obtaining external information from the EA & Local Environmental Health Officers and organising percolation tests.
- Manage the S101A mailbox — answering queries from Customers and external Agencies/Bodies.
- Collaborate with Customers, the Environment Agency, Local Councils, Parish Councils etc. and contribute to the AWS Business Plan for S101A projects.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement in Health & Safety, ensuring consistent H&S standards are maintained.
Key Skills & Behaviours:
- Demonstrable experience in designing various pipeline projects within the Wastewater Industry.
- Experience producing outline technical sketches to communicate alternatives/solutions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong 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.
If you are looking for an opportunity to develop your career and make a difference, then please apply today!
Closing date: 27th July 2026
Lead Solutions Engineer in Colchester employer: Anglian Water Services
Anglian Water Services is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and sustainability in the heart of Peterborough. Employees benefit from a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and ample opportunities for professional growth, all while contributing to impactful environmental projects that shape the future of water management. Join a team that values collaboration with international experts and fosters a supportive environment for personal and career development.
