Environmental Incident Investigator & Regulator Liaison

Thames Water Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pro-rata holiday pay

Training in water utility-specificArea

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Thames Water is seeking an Environmental Incident Advisor to join our busy team in Reading. The role contributes to our turnaround plan by investigating environmental incidents and communicating technical information to the regulator with accuracy and clarity.

You will analyse data, identify root causes, and drive learning across the business to improve environmental performance and reduce harm. This hybrid role includes collaboration with teams and regulators and offers development

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office is essential.
• Be curious and use initiative.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Investigate environmental incidents and technical documents for the regulator.
• Interpret and analyse scientific reports and data regarding environmental impact and operational performance.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify event learning, and feed this back to relevant colleagues through routine meetings or dedicated training sessions.
• Respond to requests for information/data from internal and external stakeholders.
• Coach and support team members to improve general team performance.
• Contribute to discussions regarding pollution reduction initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Curious mindset

Independent work

Environmentally conscious

Deadline driven

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Thames Water is seeking an Environmental Incident Advisor to join our busy team in Reading. The role contributes to our turnaround plan by investigating environmental incidents and communicating technical information to the regulator with accuracy and clarity.

You will analyse data, identify root causes, and drive learning across the business to improve environmental performance and reduce harm. This hybrid role includes collaboration with teams and regulators and offers development