Public Health Project Manager

idibu; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility provider in the UK is seeking a Public Health Project Manager to oversee projects aimed at improving water quality. The role involves collaborating with operational teams, managing multiple initiatives, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of water distribution systems and project management. The position offers a salary of up to £57,455, flexible working, and generous benefits.

Benefits

Annual leave of 26 days, increasing with service

Performance-related pay plan

Generous pension scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating or managing projects within a Water Industry environment.
• Be well organised with excellent communication skills and a track record of building effective relationships within teams.
• Practical knowledge of project management and tracking.

Responsibilities

• Managing multiple projects to improve water quality performance.
• Collaborating with Operational colleagues and Regulatory Response teams.
• Researching industry best practices and implementing strategic improvement programmes.

Skills

Knowledge of water distribution systems

Project management

Excellent communication skills

Strong time management skills

Knowledge of Microsoft and SharePoint

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Public Health Project Manager to join Thames Water permanently.

As part of Thames Water’s Public Health team, you will be providing a vital service in the delivery and support of our Public Health Programme. This entails the management of multiple projects designed to improve our water quality performance across our treatment plants and networks. The Public Health Project Manager will also work collaboratively with Operational colleagues and Regulatory Response teams to ensure compliance with Notices and Enforcement Orders.

Responsibilities

• Mon - Fri, 36 hours per week. Location – Flexible working across the Thames Valley and London. Hybrid working between office, home and field.
• You will be working frequently with Operations across the London and Thames Valley & Home Counties area to successfully deliver strategic initiatives within the Public Health Plan.
• Researching industry best practices and implementing strategic improvement programmes within our operations.
• You will be a point of contact for relevant DWI notices and commitments to progress through the completion.
• Duties will include reviewing and producing concise information to present programme updates to stakeholders across the business.

Qualifications

• Knowledge & understanding of water distribution systems, repair and maintenance and/or treatment processes.
• Experience in coordinating or managing projects within a Water Industry environment.
• Be well organised with excellent communication skills and a track record of building effective relationships within teams.
• Have strong time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks when under pressure.
• Have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft, SharePoint and Office apps.
• Practical knowledge of project management and tracking.

What’s in it for you?

• Offering a salary up to £57,455 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Annual leave 26 days per year, increasing to 30 with length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

Find out more about our benefits and perks.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.