Reservoir Engineer in Ashford

Join Thames Water as a Reservoir Engineer and play a vital role in ensuring the safety and integrity of our reservoirs and associated structures.

In this role, you will undertake inspections of reservoirs and associated assets, producing technical reports and recommendations, and directing remedial works while ensuring compliance with engineering-based regulatory requirements.

• Provide advice on matters regarding Reservoir Safety and undertake an appropriate condition assessment and inspection programme.
• The condition assessment programme output will be input into both short-term remedial works needs and long-term investment programmes.
• Provide an overview of the reservoir and associated asset condition for the business to inform the corporate governance processes.
• Support in the development of policies, standards, systems, and processes in asset condition assessment and provide guidance and support relating to asset assessment.
• Support the review and development of larger engineering solutions by reviewing design submissions, drawings and producing check calculations.
• Manage and develop key stakeholder relationships to improve business performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Provision of training to others on reservoir design and inspection techniques.

Base location: Hybrid - Ashford Common (WTW) - TW15 1RU

Working pattern or hours: 36 hours, Monday- Friday

Requirements for the role:

• Valid UK driving license, as frequent travel across the Thames Water patch will be required.

What you should bring to the role:

• Extensive technical experience in civil engineering, supported by a degree in Civil Engineering or a recognised HNC (or equivalent) in a field related to civil or reservoir engineering.
• Strong understanding of core concepts and principles within civil engineering, with a basic knowledge of related disciplines.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Proven people management and leadership capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary of up to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of your and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Thames Water is the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive.

Working at Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way.

Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.