Water Resources Planner: Shape Our Water Future

Portsmouth Water; Langstone; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays entitlement

Pension scheme

Performance bonus

Family leave benefits

Social events

Life assurance

Wellbeing support

PW Perks

Job summary

Portsmouth Water in Havant, UK, is seeking a Water Resources Planner or Senior Water Resources Planner to shape the WRMP and Drought Plan ensuring reliable supply for generations to come.

The role involves data analysis, modelling groundwater and surface water, delivering clear reporting, and collaborating with consultants and internal teams to meet timelines and budgets while maintaining safety and environmental obligations.

Qualifications

• A degree (or equivalent) in environmental science/water resources or related field.
• Active membership or progression towards CIWEM or similar body is preferred.
• Strong numerical literacy and data interpretation skills.
• Sound scientific and technical skills in water resources.
• Comfortable working in a small team and using initiative.
• Good administration and organisation skills.
• Confident computer literacy and clear written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Process, analyse and report data behind WRMP and Drought Plan.
• Model water resources, groundwater and surface water; produce insights.
• Track resources position year-round; deliver timely reporting.
• Collaborate with consultants on projects, timescales and budget.
• Represent Portsmouth Water at technical stakeholder groups.
• Coordinate with Havant Thicket Reservoir, production planning, regulations and WINEP teams.
• Support WRMP compliance and continuous improvement within a safety-first culture.

Skills

Water resources modelling

Data interpretation

Stakeholder engagement

Numerical literacy

Cross-functional teamwork

UK regulatory knowledge

Education

Environmental science degree

Tools

Excel

GIS

Hydro modelling software

Job description

Portsmouth Water in Havant, UK, is seeking a Water Resources Planner or Senior Water Resources Planner to shape the WRMP and Drought Plan ensuring reliable supply for generations to come.

The role involves data analysis, modelling groundwater and surface water, delivering clear reporting, and collaborating with consultants and internal teams to meet timelines and budgets while maintaining safety and environmental obligations.