At a Glance
- Tasks: Protect the environment by regulating industrial wastewater discharge and managing business relationships.
- Company: Join YTL UK, a leading water and sewerage company with a commitment to sustainability.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous holiday, healthcare package, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with excellent career growth and a focus on diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the environment while working with diverse industries.
- Qualifications: Degree in science or engineering preferred; strong communication and attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
Are you passionate about protecting the environment?
Would you be keen to work with external companies in regulating their industrial wastewater discharge?
If so, we have a great opportunity for you to join our Trade Effluent team, as a Trade Effluent Officer, covering the Hampshire, Dorset and Wiltshire border area.
Please note, as part of this role you will be required to attend our Headquarters based in Bath, once a week.
What you'll do Our team works with hundreds of businesses to ensure their industrial wastewater meets regulatory standards before entering our sewer network.
This critical work protects our infrastructure and the environment.
Your role will be instrumental in managing relationships with 200+ businesses in our southern region, issuing consents and managing breaches under the provisions of the Water Industry Act 1991.
- deal with a variety of industries and sectors, from aviation and food manufacturing to breweries and chemical manufacturers
- negotiate solutions to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including developing formal action plans with businesses in breach of consent
- visit and build relationships with businesses discharging in the Hampshire, Dorset and Wiltshire border area.
- manage enforcement action in the event of permit breaches, liaising with our Legal team to gather evidence and building robust cases for potential legal proceedings
- assess risk and issue permits for industrial wastewater discharges
- lead and support investigations for illegal discharges and incidents
- collaborate with multiple teams and disciplines across Wessex Water.
Ideally, you will have a degree qualification or equivalent in a science or engineering-based subject.
Preferably, you will understand wastewater treatment or industrial production processes, excellent communication skills to build relationships with businesses and explain technical/legal requirements clearly
- to be accurate and have a good attention to detail, as you will be analysing data
- good computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office
- to enjoy working in a team environment
- to be able to work independently and take ownership of multiple projects
- a full driving licence as you will make site visits and attend meetings at external companies.
Experience liaising with customers and/or applying environmental legislation would be an advantage, although training will be provided.
YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:
- Wessex Water - one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
- YTL Developments - a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350 acre former airfield into an award winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
- YTL Construction UK - a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
- YTL Live - the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
- plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.
Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us!
You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.
We are passionate about diversity and inclusion - with that in mind, all applicants are welcome.
We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.
As a water and sewerage company we provide essential services to 2.9 million customers across the south west of England.
Our main purpose is to provide our customers and communities with excellent service and value for money, while also protecting and improving the environment.
As a water and sewerage company we provide essential services to 2.9 million customers across the south west of England.
Our main purpose is to provide our customers and communities with excellent service and value for money, while also protecting and improving the environment.
- A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
- Career progression and professional development opportunities.
- 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
- The opportunity to buy up to ten days' holiday and sell up to five every year.
- A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
- Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
- A new electric car in exchange for part of your gross salary, subject to conditions.
- Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
- One paid volunteering day each year.
- Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
- An interactive health and wellbeing platform.
- Support from mental health first aiders.
- A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone to work for us.
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Trade Effluent Officer in Bath employer: Wessex Water
Wessex Water is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and collaboration. Employees benefit from a comprehensive package that includes generous pension contributions, ample holiday opportunities, and health benefits, all while contributing to meaningful projects that enhance the community's wastewater infrastructure. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, Wessex Water provides a supportive environment for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the field of asset reliability.
