Senior Hydrologist

Salary - Competitive Salary
Work Type - Hybrid
Job Location - Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP
Role Type - Permanent
Employment Type - Full Time
Working Hours -

United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We've got a lot to offer. You'll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

1. A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
2. A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
3. Up to 10.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
4. A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
5. MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
6. Best Doctors
7. Salary Finance
8. Wealth at Work courses
9. Deals and discounts
10. EVolve Car Scheme
11. Employee Assistance Plan
12. Mental health first aiders
13. ShareBuy
14. MORE Choices flexible benefits
15. Enhanced parental leave schemes

Are you a Hydrology specialist seeking a fulfilling career that utilises your expertise and promises personal development, along with the opportunity to work on large-scale and sustainable projects? If so, United Utilities (UU) has an exciting opportunity for you to join our Hydraulic Engineering team in a pivotal role that will help ensure the successful realisation of our strategic goals in the North West of England.

As a Senior Hydrologist, you will be responsible for delivering Environmental Hydraulics and Hydrology services. Your role will support the delivery of the Capital Programme, Operational Engineering, Special Projects, and Studies and Investigations. You will manage and deliver a range of projects across United Utilities, conduct data gathering and analysis, and design and prepare documents, drawings, and specifications relating to hydrology, river systems and reservoir safety.

Additionally, you will review proposals by others and provide expert advice. You will collaborate closely with other technical disciplines and internal clients to build and maintain strong relationships. Furthermore, you will enhance the external profile of UU's technical leadership in the water industry and other sectors.

1. Lead technical resources with responsibility for technical decision-making
2. Organising commission orders and managing technical delivery of projects within budget
3. Develop and maintain strong relationships with Engineering and Programme Managers within their delivery area and with internal clients and partners
4. Developing and improving engineering standards and procedures, and raise the profile of UU technical leadership through technical papers and STEM activities
5. Ensure compliance with Health and Safety Legislation and Quality Management Systems, acting as the Designer in accordance with Construction, Design and Management (CDM) regulations

Skills & experience

To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:

1. Chartered member of a recognised professional body, or can present a tangible plan to obtain Chartership within the first 12 months of tenure
2. Detailed experience of applying the techniques described within the Flood Estimation Handbook and experience in modelling and geo-spatial software packages (e.g. Flood Modeller Pro, HecRAS, ArcGIS or QGIS)
3. Proficient in carrying out flood capacity and freeboard assessments, including wind-wave overtopping calculations, on Impounding Reservoirs and carrying out hydraulic assessments particularly on reservoir spillways and draw-down facilities.
4. Experience of carrying out hydraulic modelling of river systems including flood risk analysis and low flow studies
5. Experience of providing technical advice, influencing and directing the delivery of successful engineering outcomes and working on capital and strategic engineering projects in highly technical and commercial environments
6. Hold a current UK/EU driving licence

Essential Qualifications

1. Chartered member of a recognised professional body, or can present a tangible plan to obtain Chartership within the first 12 months of tenure

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.