Senior Water Resources Planner

Supporting the lives of people and places they love for generations to come is our purpose and
providing water services to our communities in the most efficient and sustainable way possible is
what we do. Our commitment is to always deliver available and sufficient resources, this is what
drives the Drought and Resilience Team and in doing so we want to ensure that we enhance our
reputation with our customers, regulators and stakeholders. So, if you want to be part of a diverse
team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, #JustAddWater.

Opportunity for a Senior Water Resources Planner to support the water resources
management strategies, covering South West Water, Bristol Water, Bournemouth Water and Isles of
Scilly regions. You will receive a competitive salary of circa £48,000 to £52,000 plus an
excellent benefits package.

The Role

The water resource strategic planning team is responsible for creating the WRMP, Drought Management
Plan and supporting the WINEP investigation delivery. They will be the guiding mind for our 50 year
strategy and help to shape the investment cases for long term water resource options for the
operating regions.

As Senior Water Resources Planner you will be responsible for commission and overseeing delivery of
analysis on water supply and demand dynamics. You will take the outcomes of this analysis and
assess risks and identify opportunities to enhance the sustainability and resilience of our water
resources.

Your expertise will be essential in guiding strategic decision-making; working closely with others
both inside and outside the organization. You’ll need to know a lot about managing water resources,
and you’ll use your skills to come up with new ideas and make sure we’re following regulation and
industry best practise.

What you’ll be doing:

  • You will draw on data presented to you by analysts to influence decision-makers.
    Interrogating demand and supply outputs to inform WRMP development and Business Plan WR
    chapters.
  • You will be involved in the planning, execution, and monitoring of water resource
    projects and ensure they adhere to timelines, budgets, and regulatory requirements.
  • Support the identification, screening, and appraisal of new supply options, including
    alternative sources such as groundwater, surface water, and recycled water
  • Scope and oversee delivery (via the Modelling Data and Systems team) of hydrological
    modelling and supply system modelling and interpret outputs to forecast future water
    supplies accurately.
  • Develop and apply investment decision-making tools to assess the best-value options for
    water resources infrastructure investments.
  • Proactively managed SDBI Objectives adjusting Supply Strategy to support delivery of
    Objectives.
  • Lead the efforts to integrate water supply requirements with other catchment drivers,
    such as water quality management and flood risk mitigation.
  • Conduct assessments, review data, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure the
    efficient allocation and conservation of water for various purposes.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to assess and prioritise water infrastructure
    projects, such as reservoirs, treatment plants, and distribution systems, to meet future
    water demands and enhance system resilience.
  • Proactively engage with local EA teams on inputs to and outputs of the WRMP

What we are looking for:

  • Proficiency in engaging internal and external stakeholders and partners, with the
    ability to convey technical information effectively to diverse audience.
  • You will need critical thinking skills coupled with strong decision-making capabilities
    to ensure you can convert the data provided by modellers and analysts into a vision and
    strategy for the WR team.
  • You will have a blend of expertise, leadership, and innovation in the field of water
    resources management. You will demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability, strategic
    thinking, and the ability to navigate complex challenges while driving positive change.
  • Scientific/ Environmental/ Hydrology/ related Degree
  • Experience in water resources planning in a regulated environment, with a focus on
    strategic planning and analysis
  • Experience of running water resources system models such as Miser, Aquator or PYWR, or
    with other hydraulic modelling tools such as EPANET or Infoworks

What’s in it for you:

  • 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:
  • 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: Sunday 28th July 2024

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.



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