Senior Clean Water Modeller

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK water company is looking for an experienced Senior Clean Water Modeller to support strategic planning and operational optimisation in the water supply network. You will oversee the development of hydraulic models using InfoWorks WS Pro and lead projects on water quality and performance. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of water engineering and experience in mentoring junior staff. The role offers competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid/remote working options

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the UK Water Industry.
• Experience in hydraulic modelling is essential.
• Ability to mentor junior staff is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of clean water hydraulic models.
• Conduct scenario modelling for network performance.
• Collaborate with asset planners on capital investment projects.
• Simulate water aging and chlorine decay impacts.

Skills

InfoWorks WS Pro

Water and wastewater engineering

Project leadership

Technical communication

Education

MEng, BEng, BSc, or HNC in Engineering

Tools

Python

SQL

Job description

Job Title: Senior Clean Water Modeller
Salary: £55,000 to £70,000 (dependent on experience)
Location: Falmer – Hybrid / Remote options available
Type: Permanent, Full Time

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Clean Water Modeller with strong expertise in InfoWorks WS Pro. You will play a key role in supporting strategic planning, operational optimisation, leakage reduction, and regulatory compliance across potable water supply networks.

About Our Client:
Our client is a leading UK water company driving transformation in water management. With significant investment planned over the next five years, they are committed to resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. This is an opportunity to join during a period of strategic change, alongside a skilled leadership team, and make a meaningful impact on the UK water industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Model Development & Calibration: Lead the development, maintenance, and calibration of clean water hydraulic models using InfoWorks WS Pro. Validate models against telemetry, logger, and flow/pressure test data.
• Operational & Strategic Planning: Conduct scenario modelling for network performance under normal and stress conditions. Support operational teams with real-time and predictive modelling for pressure management, network reconfiguration, and resilience assessments.
• Investment & Growth Planning: Provide evidence‑based modelling for capital investment projects. Collaborate with asset planners and engineers for WRMP, AMP, and business plan programmes.
• Water Quality Modelling: Simulate water age, chlorine decay, and booster performance. Analyse operational changes’ impacts on service levels, discolouration risk, and regulatory compliance.
• Leadership & Innovation: Mentor junior modellers and analysts. Develop modelling standards, QA/QC procedures, and workflow automation (Python, SQL). Champion best practice in data integration, demand forecasting, and digital twin initiatives.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting: Prepare technical reports and visualisations for internal and external stakeholders. Engage operational, planning, GIS, and regulatory teams to align model outcomes with business objectives.

What Our Client is Looking For

• Strong understanding of water and wastewater engineering within the UK Water Industry.
• Essential: MEng, BEng, BSc, or HNC in Engineering, Environmental, or related science subject.
• Experience in InfoWorks WS Pro and hydraulic modelling.
• Ability to lead projects, mentor junior staff, and communicate technical information effectively.

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary (£55k‑£70k)
• Hybrid/remote working options
• Opportunity to work on strategic projects with significant industry impact
• Supportive environment for professional development and leadership

Eligibility

• Right to work in the UK
• Relevant engineering or science qualifications

Opportunity for Growth

• Lead and influence major modelling projects
• Develop professional expertise in water network digitalisation
• Contribute to long‑term strategic planning and investment decisions

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.