Senior Clean Water Modeller

Advance TRS; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK water company seeks a Senior Clean Water Modeller to develop hydraulic models and support strategic planning. This role involves mentoring junior staff, conducting scenario modeling, and engaging with stakeholders to drive compliance and operational efficiency. The position offers a competitive salary of £55,000 to £70,000, with opportunities for hybrid and remote working. This is a chance to make a significant impact on water management in the UK, contributing to sustainable practices and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary (£55k-£70k)

Hybrid/remote working options

Opportunity for professional development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the UK Water Industry and hydraulic modeling.
• Experience in leading engineering projects.
• Ability to mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead model development and calibration using InfoWorks WS Pro.
• Conduct scenario modeling for network performance.
• Provide evidence-based modeling for capital investment projects.
• Simulate water quality impacts and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor junior modellers and develop modelling standards.
• Prepare reports and engage stakeholders.

Skills

Experience in InfoWorks WS Pro

Project leadership

Mentoring junior staff

Communication of technical information

Water and wastewater engineering knowledge

Education

MEng, BEng, BSc, or HNC in Engineering, Environmental, or related science subject

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.

Qualifications

• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.