Environmental Specialist

SevernTrentLife; Derby; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water management company in Derby is looking for an Environmental Compliance Specialist to join its Asset Planning team. The role involves ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and managing the deliverables of the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP). The ideal candidate has experience in the water industry and strong analytical skills. Competitive benefits include 28 days holiday, an annual bonus scheme, and a leading pension scheme.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme up to £2,250

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave opportunity

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family friendly policies

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in data analysis and protocol development.
• Solid understanding of environmental obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading workstreams and managing multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of WINEP workstreams and interpret regulations.
• Liaise with external bodies and track progress on investigations.
• Contribute to ODI and EPA performance outcomes.

Skills

Experience in the water industry

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Background in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or Geography

Job description

Overview

Our innovation strategy is simple - We want to solve the challenges we have today as well as find answers to some of our industry’s bigger long-term challenges.

Whether it's delivering water that is always good to drink, reducing waste in our processes with energy efficient technologies or improving visibility of the network, our 150+ strong team of innovators are working day in day out to make it happen. If you want to do more because you care, we’d love to talk to you. There really is something for everyone here.

We’re looking for a Environmental Compliance Specialist to join our Asset Planning team at our office in Derby.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

In this role you’ll support the WINEP (Water Industry National Environment Programme) Environmental Manager by providing expert advice and interpretation of the requirements of AMP7 and AMP8 WINEP, specifically in relation to intermittent discharges. It will also involve contributing to the delivery of investigations and improvements aligned with the Environment Act, ensuring regulatory compliance and environmental performance.

You’ll liaise with external bodies including the Environment Agency, Natural England, and Ofwat, as well as internal stakeholders. This collaboration will facilitate the discussion of investigation outcomes and improvement plans, helping to address any queries and enabling the company to operate its assets compliantly while achieving its business investment objectives.

Key requirements include:

• Support delivery of WINEP workstreams for overflow assets.
• Interpret regulations and provide advice on intermittent discharge commitments.
• Assist engagement with the Environment Agency and Natural England on AMP7/AMP8 obligations.
• Develop and maintain process templates and standard procedures for assurance.
• Ensure compliance with technical and process documentation.
• Track and report progress on EnvAct_INV4 investigations and improvements.
• Ensure data collection meets Strategic Asset Planning protocols.
• Manage consultant workloads and budgets as needed.
• Contribute to ODI and EPA performance outcomes.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

To be successful in this role, you’ll ideally have experience within the water industry, with a background in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, or wastewater networks. You’ll have a solid understanding of environmental obligations and regulatory requirements, along with proven expertise in data analysis, protocol development, and standards compliance.

You’ll be a confident communicator with experience leading workstreams and managing meetings involving multiple stakeholders. Strong presentation skills, a track record of effective communication, and the ability to work independently on complex outputs are essential. Your attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes will support the delivery of high-quality outcomes across the business.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies and two volunteering days per year

WHAT’S NEXT?

We can’t wait to hear from you.

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. We’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date too - so keep an eye on your phone and emails.

And, if your curiosity has peaked and you want to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.