Data and Reporting Scientist

South West Water Limited; Exeter; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave (plus bank HOL)

Holiday buy & sell

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Group income protection

Health cash plan

Free onsite parking at Exeter HQ

Cycle to Work scheme

Volunteer day

Job summary

South West Water Limited in Exeter is seeking a Data & Reporting Scientist to join the Water Resources team, transforming data from multiple sources into clear, actionable information through reporting, visualisation and advanced analytics.

You will develop insights for operational performance, regulatory reporting and long-term planning, working with stakeholders to deliver bespoke data solutions and build a modern, data-driven reporting function in a crucial public service.

Qualifications

• Degree in Statistics, Data Science, Environmental Science, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related field.
• Experience analysing and interpreting large datasets.
• Experience with Power BI and reporting tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience producing accurate reports to defined standards.
• Excellent communication skills for non-technical audiences.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Collect, manage and transform data from internal and external sources.
• Analyse large datasets to identify trends, patterns and forecasts.
• Develop reports, dashboards and visualisations using Power BI.
• Apply data science techniques and ML where appropriate.
• Support regulatory and performance reporting ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Water Resources to deliver bespoke data solutions.
• Conduct quality assurance to maintain data integrity and reporting standards.
• Contribute to data analytics strategy within the Water Resources team.
• Support continuous improvement of a modern, data-driven reporting function.

Skills

Power BI

Data analysis

Statistical analysis

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Statistics or Data Science degree

Job description

Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose

South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK's most stunning landscapes.

We're proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we're working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife.

Whether you're starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career.

Ready to make a splash? Join our team today.

About the Role

We are looking for a Data & Reporting Scientist to join our Water Resources team, helping to shape the way data is managed, analysed and utilised across South West Water. In this role, you will work with large and complex datasets to deliver meaningful insights that support operational performance, regulatory reporting and long-term strategic planning.

You'll be responsible for transforming data from multiple sources into clear, actionable information through reporting, visualisation and advanced analytics. Working alongside fellow data professionals and operational stakeholders, you'll play a key role in developing innovative data solutions, improving decision making and supporting the delivery of critical business objectives.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for data science, reporting and problem-solving who wants to make a tangible impact in an essential service that supports communities across the South West.

What You'll Be Doing

• Collecting, managing and transforming data from a variety of internal and external sources.

• Analysing large and complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, anomalies and forecasts.

• Developing insightful reports, dashboards and visualisations using tools such as Power BI.

• Applying data science techniques and innovative approaches, including machine learning where appropriate.

• Supporting regulatory and performance reporting requirements, ensuring information is accurate, complete and delivered on time.

• Collaborating with stakeholders across the Water Resources function to understand their requirements and deliver bespoke data solutions.

• Conducting quality assurance checks to maintain high standards of data integrity and reporting.

• Contributing to the development of data, analytics and systems strategies within the Water Resources team.

• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and helping to build a modern, data driven reporting function.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Degree in Statistics, Data Science, Environmental Science, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related discipline.

• Experience analysing and interpreting large datasets.

• Experience with Power BI and reporting tools.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Experience producing accurate reports and data outputs against defined standards.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical information to non-technical audiences.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Why Join Us?

At South West Water, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive, develop their career and make a meaningful contribution.

Our Benefits

• 23 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service

• Holiday buy & sell scheme

• Competitive pension scheme with company contribution matching

• Life assurance

• Group income protection

• Enhanced family leave, including maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave

• Health cash plan

• Free annual flu vaccination

• Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 wellbeing support

• Free onsite parking at our Exeter headquarters

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Car share scheme

• Subsidised onsite canteen at our Exeter headquarters

• Give As You Earn charity scheme

• Volunteering day to support your local community

• Retail discounts and cashback offers from thousands of leading brands

Closing Date: 29th October 2026

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

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.