Environmental Assurance Specialist

Do you have a background in environmental assurance, and are you passionate about making a
difference in the environment with a dynamic and supportive team? If so, we encourage you to
apply for the Environmental Specialist position at Thames Water. This exciting role allows us
to engage in impactful work that benefits our customers, communities, and the natural world.

By joining our Environmental Engineering team, you will be at the forefront of Thames Water’s
ambitious initiatives during this critical investment period and into the future. Your
expertise will be instrumental in safeguarding our vital water resources and advancing our
commitment to environmental sustainability. Don’t miss the chance to contribute to a brighter,
greener future.

What you’ll be doing as an Environmental Assurance Specialist

• Manage environmental risks and opportunities for various capital projects throughout their
  lifecycle.
• Ensure environmental compliance for our projects, implementing appropriate screening,
  de-risking and mitigation strategies.
• Communicate environmental legislation and best practices effectively.
• Play a lead role in project teams to ensure environmental requirements are met.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with environmental legislation.

Based in Hybrid at Maple Lodge in Rickmansworth or Reading Clearwater Court, you must be
on-site for your projects and in the office on average 2-3 days a week.

The role involves 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday. A driver’s license and access to a car
are required for this position.

What you should bring to the role

• A deep understanding of environmental protection and sustainability within the UK.
• A degree in environmental, ecological, or sustainability fields, coupled with relevant work
  experience.
• Strong understanding of UK environmental regulations and compliance processes.
• Ability to confidently communicate with contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders
  at all levels.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary between £40,000 to £50,000 per annum.
• 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution – Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• A wider benefits scheme includes our benefits hub, which is packed with offers and
  information to save money and support your well-being.

Find out more about our benefits and
perks

Who are we?

We’re 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. It’s a big
job, and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people
committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades
to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a
difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career
opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking
for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, 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.

The real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water
family. Why choose us? Learn
more.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse and inclusive place to
work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it
throughout the recruitment
process. We aim to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need
assistance, we’re here to help
and support you.

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. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and
earn some extra money along the way.

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.