First Time Sewerage Infrastructure Engineer

Anglian Water Services; Northampton; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility provider in Northampton seeks a First Time Sewerage Infrastructure Engineer to manage sewerage projects from conception to completion. The ideal candidate will have relevant engineering experience and a strong commitment to sustainable solutions. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders. Join us to make a positive environmental impact!

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in pipeline project design in the Wastewater Industry.
• Ability to produce outline technical sketches.
• Enthusiasm to learn and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead assessment and design of First Time Sewerage applications.
• Produce high-quality sewerage infrastructure designs.
• Engage with stakeholders including customers and authorities.
• Manage S101a applications and ensure GDPR compliance.
• Oversee projects to meet timescales and budgets.

Skills

Design of pipeline projects

Relevant engineering experience

Good written and verbal communication skills

Stakeholder management

Report writing skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Relevant engineering qualification

Tools

Copperleaf C55 system

Job description

Overview

First Time Sewerage Infrastructure Engineer  Location: East Anglia Area  |  Contract Type: Permanent  |  Working Hours/shift pattern: Full-time 37 hours. We offer flexible working opportunities, which can be discussed further during the interview process.

Salary: circa £45,000

Join our team in this brand new role and lead on environmentally friendly and sustainable sewage solutions across our region!

Role Summary

In this involved and exciting role, you’ll manage the applications, from inception to completion, that align to the Section 101A Water Industry Act 1991 and lead on providing a new public sewer if environmental or amenity problems exist or are likely to arise from their existing drainage system.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the assessment and design of First Time Sewerage (S101a) applications, from initial reviews to detailed technical assessments and appeals.

• Produce high-quality outline sewerage infrastructure designs and technical reports.

• Input cost and design data into the Copperleaf C55 system to inform financial and business planning decisions.

• Undertake site surveys to assess pollution risks and engage with customers, Parish Councils, the Environment Agency, and local authorities.

• Manage the S101a applications and mailbox, handling queries and coordinating data from multiple stakeholders.

• Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure GDPR compliance across all data management.

• Oversee projects to ensure delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.

• Work collaboratively with design, construction, and environmental partners to deliver effective wastewater solutions.

• Drive high standards of Health & Safety, embedding a zero-accident culture and continuous improvement mindset.

Key Skills & Behaviours

• Demonstrable experience in undertaking the design of various pipeline projects within the Wastewater Industry.

• Relevant engineering experience or qualification.

• Experience in producing outline technical sketches in communicating alternatives/solutions.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Enthusiasm to learn & work alone.

• Strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder management skills.

• Good report writing skills and ability to undertake analysis and results interpretation.

• Collaborative; working with a variety of people and teams to achieve business success.

Inclusion is for everyone and we are an equal opportunity employer, which means we’ll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we’re committed to creating an environment where all our colleagues feel they belong.

If you are looking for an opportunity to develop your career and make a difference to our workforce, please apply today!

Closing date: 12th November 2025

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