Hybrid Principal Modeller: Hydraulic Modelling Lead

Anglian Water Group Ltd.; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health care

26 days annual leave

Flexible working

Pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Job summary

Anglian Water is seeking a Principal Modeller to lead hydraulic modelling across the Water Recycling network. You will oversee complex projects, drive model upgrades, and develop Strategic investment concepts, collaborating with operational and environmental experts to place customers and the environment at the core of decisions.

You will report to the Modelling Manager and have the opportunity to grow into a small team leadership role, shaping best practices and advancing asset intelligence

Qualifications

• Proven technical leadership in delivering complex, system-based hydraulic modelling projects across the asset lifecycle.
• Experience in model build, calibration, verification, and interpreting uncertainty in data.
• Skilled in scripting, data analysis, and automation to improve modelling efficiency.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic principles, asset performance, and modelling software.
• Experienced in mentoring, coaching, and developing technical teams.
• Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Adept at managing competing priorities in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Degree qualified (or equivalent experience), with chartered status or working towards it.
• Knowledge of industry frameworks, policies, and UKWIR guidance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a portfolio of complex modelling projects—ensuring quality, efficiency, and alignment to business needs.
• Lead modelling work, interpret results, develop solutions, and uphold technical standards across all deliverables.
• Mentor and coach colleagues, support wellbeing, and drive continuous improvement in team capability and resilience.
• Build strong relationships across the business, integrating modelling insight into wider decision-making.
• Champion best practices in data use, model management, and technical documentation.
• Shape modelling standards, challenge current ways of working, and drive innovation in processes and tools.

Skills

Hydraulic modelling

Technical leadership

Stakeholder management

Scripting

Data analysis

Education

Degree

Chartered status

Job description

Anglian Water is seeking a Principal Modeller to lead hydraulic modelling across the Water Recycling network. You will oversee complex projects, drive model upgrades, and develop Strategic investment concepts, collaborating with operational and environmental experts to place customers and the environment at the core of decisions.

You will report to the Modelling Manager and have the opportunity to grow into a small team leadership role, shaping best practices and advancing asset intelligence