Upstream Targeting Analyst

Severn Trent; Dethick; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: £42,500

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme up to £2,250

Pension scheme (Leading)

Sharesave

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Job summary

Severn Trent is seeking an Upstream Targeting Analyst to join the Derby site in our Water network Operations and Leakage team. You will analyse weekly tile discrepancies, interpret trends, and identify genuine network losses, leading operational and capital solutions to improve upstream tile performance.

You will work with colleagues and external consultants, run hydraulic models, and provide clear reporting while prioritising leakage detection activities.

Qualifications

• Advanced understanding of water distribution systems and leakage targeting.
• Ability to assess operational data and interpret hydraulic models.
• Experience working with external consultants and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyse weekly tile discrepancies and identify genuine network losses.
• Lead development and delivery of operational and capital solutions.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the business and external consultants.
• Provide clear technical reporting using Netbase and hydraulic models.
• Identify and prioritise proactive leakage detection activities; support field teams.

Skills

Data analysis

Hydraulic modelling

Netbase

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Netbase

Hydraulic models

Job description

We have a brilliant opportunity to join our Water network Operations and Leakage department as an Upstream Targeting Analyst at our Derby site. In this role, you'll analyse weekly tile discrepancies using a range of analytical techniques, interpreting trends, discounting anomalies and identifying genuine network losses. You'll lead the identification, development and delivery of both operational and capital solutions that improve the performance and consistency of our Upstream Tiles. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business and external consultants, you'll help deepen our understanding of the upstream network and provide clear technical reporting using tools such as Netbase and hydraulic models. By interpreting complex and varied data, you'll uncover operational, network and system issues across the STW upstream network and drive them through to resolution. You'll also identify and prioritise proactive leakage detection activities, supporting field teams with essential network insight that enhances operational performance. You'll have advanced technical knowledge of water distribution systems which will facilitate mass balance calculations enabling more informed and effective leakage targeting. Collaborating with the wider business to resolve issues, improve the quality and quantity of our data monitoring points and advance our understanding of the upstream distribution system.

We're looking for a technically minded and analytically strong professional who can assess operational data, resolve complex issues using corporate systems, and confidently run and interpret hydraulic models to identify network anomalies. Having an understanding of water distribution networks and leakage targeting, along with effective facilitation and problem-solving skills is desirable. The role requires someone who can engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders, apply a logical and solutions-focused approach, and communicate clearly at all levels across the organisation. Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care. A full UK drivers licence will be required as you will need to travel between STW offices regularly.

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement, and we're equally proud of our strong Glassdoor score - reflecting how much our people love working here. Join us to make a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace.

It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. Plus, you'll contribute to the environment and community too. Here are some of our favourites:

• Salary: £42,500
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme - we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave - the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our 'Academy'
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year