Water Resources Modeller

# Water Resources ModellerBristol or Exeter /Science /Permanent full-time## Water Resources ModellerAt **South West Water** we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations – with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate.We’re proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.And we have huge ambitions.Not only are we committed to reaching net-zero by 2030, but we’ve also partnered with Wildlife Trusts, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, #JustAddWater.**The Role**In this role you will be responsible for delivering the day-to-day modelling needs of the function, including modelling needs identification, model construction, verification / calibration, model population, running of models, and production of model outputs including quality assurance, undertaking an initial interpretation of those outputs.In addition to the day-to-day activity, you will also support delivery of a series of modelling improvement projects committed to in WRMP29, namely: Water Resource Zone model improvements; Regional model development; Rainfall runoff model development; Ground water model development.This role will provide you with an excellent opportunity in the water resources sector and enable you to develop a good level of understanding across a range of areas.## What You\’ll Be Doing:- Deliver modelling outputs and insights to the Water Resources Function, working with stakeholders to define scope and handover a quality output.- Deliver a regime of model maintenance and assurance for those models you own to ensure models are available for timely use.- You are responsible for the time and quality delivery of modelling projects and activitiesto ensure all reports meet required timescales and quality standards.- Undertake Quality Assurance on modelling outputs.- Support delivery of modelling-based commitments within WRMP29.- You will provide insights into modelling outputs and identify and implement industry innovation and good practice to mature the modelling service offer.- Gather stakeholder feedback, to identify and implement service improvement opportunities.## What We\’re Looking For:- Degree in appropriate subject such as Hydrology, Environmental Science, Water resource management, or numerate subject such as Maths, Science, Engineering.- Experience in delivering technical output in an accessible and easily understandable manner.- Driven and motivated modelling professional, with strong interest in water resource management and passionate about identifying relevant innovative practices from within and beyond the sector.- Excellent, numerical, analytical and communication skills, able to consolidate and analyse complex models and communicate these in an approach aligned to your audience. Some experience of ~~Python~~ programming (preferably Python, R) and network analysis would be highly beneficial.- Ideally you will have experience in modelling complex water systems using industry-standard software such as MISER, Aquator, and Pywr, with prior experience or a passion for the water sector.- Manages multiple work streams and competing priorities effectively.- This isn’t just a job, this is a career; the opportunities to develop and grow your career with us are endless. Alongside ongoing training and development opportunities we offer some great benefits:- Annual salary of between £32000 and £40000 depending on experience.- 26 days holiday allowance rising to 30 days plus bank holidays- Hybrid working arrangements- Professional progression routes- Generous contributory pension scheme- Discretionary bonus- Share save scheme- Subsidised healthcare benefits- Plus, many more!**Closing Date:** 24th October 2025**Be yourself, we like it that way.** Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.**Our core values which are essential to our success are:****Be Rock Solid** – Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.**Be You** – We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.**Be the Future** – Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge. #J-18808-Ljbffr