SEMD Testing & Exercising Lead

Thames Water; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK water company is seeking a Security Exercising & Testing Lead to oversee compliance testing and improvement initiatives. The role offers a hybrid working model in Reading and a salary range between £48,000 and £59,000 per annum based on experience and skills. Candidates should possess prior experience in testing or business resilience, with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension

Personal medical assessments

Performance-related pay plan

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Prior experience in testing/exercising, business resilience or continuous improvement is required.
• Knowledge of SEMD is desirable but not essential.
• Experience in training or engagement would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver internal/local testing and exercise activities.
• Manage compliance reporting to SEMD Compliance Improvement Manager.
• Support other SEMD Delivery Leads as needed.

Skills

Testing/exercising experience

Business resilience

Continuous improvement

Training and engagement skills

Job description

What you will be doing as a Security Exercising & Testing Lead

• Delivery of internal/local testing and exercise activities in line with requirements included in PSG, EPG, and under SEMD legislation, inclusive of exercise testing linked to completed Schemes of Physical Security upgrades.
• Delivery of continuous improvement activities and initiatives to learn and adapt our approach, processes, policies and procedures as needed to maintain and build our compliance with SEMD regulations and associated deliverables.
• Responsible for the provision of reporting to the SEMD Compliance Improvement Manager to share progress, learning and adherence to required action plan deliverables and to aid confidence in a change of culture across SEMD and Protective Security measures.
• Responsible for supporting and covering other SEMD Delivery Leads in their absence or busy periods of the programme through shared learning, best practice and upskilling opportunities.

Location – Hybrid Kemble Court, Reading

Working Hours – Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week.

What you should bring to the role

• Prior experience in a role related to testing/exercising, business resilience and/or continuous improvement is required.
• Prior knowledge of SEMD (Security & Emergency Measures Direction) is desirable for this role; however, it is not essential; this can be learned.
• Prior experience, skills and knowledge of training, engagement or communications would be a benefit due to the need for this role to work closely with other SEMD Delivery leads specialising in Training and Engagement.

What’s in it for you?

• Offering between £48,000 and £59,000 per annum, depending on experience and skills.
• 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – open to all once a year.
• Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

Company overview

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.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. 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.

Inclusion

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.

Emergency Response Opportunity

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.