Reservoir Supervising Engineer

Trc Companies, Inc.; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company is seeking a Reservoir Supervising Engineer to ensure safe operation and compliance of reservoirs. The successful candidate will supervise maintenance, support training programs, and manage asset policies. A degree in Civil Engineering and relevant technical expertise are essential. This role offers a competitive salary alongside benefits such as a company car, performance bonuses, and flexible working patterns. Join an organization committed to accessibility and safety in water services.

Benefits

Competitive salary (£47,606 – £59,507)

Company car through lease scheme

Annual performance bonus up to £1,000

Attractive pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Health cash plan scheme and insurance

Retail savings scheme and gym discounts

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in design, operation, and maintenance.
• In-depth understanding of engineering specifications and site process safety.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and meet strict medical criteria.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operation and compliance under Reservoirs Act 1975.
• Supervise operation and maintenance of reservoirs.
• Develop and maintain integrated asset policies.

Skills

Technical and engineering expertise

Excellent communication skills

Strong IT skills

Education

Degree-level qualification in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Reservoir Supervising Engineer at Yorkshire Water, part of the Water Service Delivery team. You will lead safe operation and statutory compliance of reservoirs, supervise maintenance, and support a structured training program.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operation and statutory compliance under Reservoirs Act 1975.
• Supervise operation and maintenance of reservoirs and produce annual performance statements.
• Take legal responsibility for reservoir safety at all times.
• Support development and implementation of structured training to become a fully competent Reservoir Supervising Engineer within 4 years.
• Provide expert advice on reservoir safety and integrity as part of a specialist team.
• Apply risk management principles to protect and improve reservoir assets.
• Plan and carry out asset management activities including inspections, maintenance prioritisation, and major works.
• Develop and maintain integrated asset policies covering design, operation, maintenance, and investment decisions.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, business plans, and regulatory targets in all asset‑related policies.
• Contribute to capital investment programmes for reservoir assets.
• Promote and maintain Yorkshire Water’s reputation as a responsible reservoir undertaker.

Qualifications

• Strong technical and engineering expertise in design, operation, and maintenance.
• Degree‑level qualification in Civil Engineering.
• In‑depth understanding of engineering specifications, design guidance, and site process safety.
• Valid appointment by Defra as a member of the Supervising Engineers Panel (essential).
• Ability to work in confined spaces and meet strict medical criteria (BMI, vision, blood pressure, hearing, and spirometry tests).
• Knowledge of end‑to‑end delivery processes, project management plans, risk management, quality techniques, and cost models.
• Excellent communication skills to build strong relationships, influence stakeholders, and support change initiatives.
• Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office and Outlook.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£47,606 – £59,507).
• Company car through lease scheme.
• Annual performance bonus up to £1,000.
• Attractive pension scheme (up to 12 % company contribution).
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an extra wellness day.
• Life assurance cover (4 × pensionable salary).
• Health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, and partner cover.
• Retail savings scheme, online GP service, cycle‑to‑work scheme, gym membership discounts.
• Flexible working patterns and job share options.

Additional Information

All roles are subject to pre‑employment checks including a Basic Disclosure Check and, where required, a Counter‑Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance. Medical questionnaires and further tests may also be required.

We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss the reasonable adjustments you may need.

No agencies are involved in this recruitment.

Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible.