At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and deliver projects to reduce storm overflow impacts on the environment.
- Company: Join Yorkshire Water, a leading water utility company in the heart of Yorkshire.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a fantastic benefits package.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while working on innovative environmental projects.
- Qualifications: Engineering background with a passion for sustainability and teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 41133 - 48642 £ per year.
Company description: Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.
We offer a competitive salary (salary banding 4b) from £41,133 to £48,642 depending on experience.
- Company Car Benefit.
- Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year).
- Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution).
- Development opportunities in line with the Storm Overflow Project Engineer progression plan.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - plus an extra wellness day!
- Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary.
- A great benefits package - choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
- Retail savings scheme.
- Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!
Location: Hybrid Working across the Yorkshire Water region (typically 1-2 days in office a week - location to suit home location).
Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday.
We have opportunities for Storm Overflow Project Engineers to join the River Health department at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers.
What we do! Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it's so much more than this. We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire's water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region's health, wellbeing, and prosperity.
New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. River Health are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.
We are looking for a Storm Overflow Project Engineer to develop and deliver capital interventions aimed at reducing the frequency, volume, and impact of storm overflows on the water environment. This role will help improve Yorkshire Water's performance against EPA and ODI metrics for storm overflows.
Where you fit in! As our Storm Overflow Project Engineer, you will:
- Collaborate with Operations, River Health, and Delivery Partners to develop cost-effective capital solutions for storm overflow reductions.
- Ensure proposed interventions meet company standards and regulatory obligations without negatively impacting customer service or company targets.
- Oversee the safe and timely delivery of capital interventions within the agreed scope and budget.
- Track and record performance improvements from delivered interventions and integrate learnings into future projects.
- Promote innovative spill reduction methods and work collaboratively with suppliers and partners to enhance efficiency.
- Identify and address asset risks or opportunities through proactive collaboration with operational teams and Flow/Spill Specialists.
- Ensure unfunded spill risks are mitigated and tracked appropriately.
Storm Overflow Project Engineer in Cornwall employer: Yorkshire Water
Yorkshire Water is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets sustainability in the wastewater sector. With a strong commitment to employee development and a comprehensive benefits package, team members are encouraged to grow their skills while contributing to vital environmental initiatives. Located in a region known for its natural beauty, employees enjoy a supportive culture that values health and safety, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.
