Location
Ashford Common (WTW) - TW15 1RU

Hours
36 hours per week: 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home

Salary
Up to £37,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience

About the Role
We have an opportunity for you to join Thames Water as a Water System Performance Leakage Analyst on a maternity cover contract up to 12 months. You will be responsible for providing excellent service to Thames Water customers through the effective operation and maintenance of the Water Network. This technical role involves issuing and briefing field teams and subsequently analysing flow and pressure data delivered by a multi-skilled field team.

The successful candidate will undertake a range of tasks from routine to complex investigations, ensuring all work is seen through to resolution. Key responsibilities include timely completion of risk assessments for work impacting the clean water network, evaluating and analysing operational data to resolve problems, assisting with long-term network issues such as leakage, pressure loss, low flows, area integrity, and network resilience.

You will work closely with the field team to problem-solve operational issues using relevant flow and pressure data to identify anomalies. Ensuring all network operations comply with current Asset Management Procedures and that risk assessments are properly implemented and monitored is essential. You will also plan sufficient work for night resources to maintain productivity and prepare clear work packs for the field team.

Collaboration with the Leakage and System Optimisation teams will ensure priority focus is directed to the correct areas, supporting Thames Water’s commitment to delivering a reliable and efficient water network.

Experience
Degree-educated graduate in a relevant discipline such as Engineering or equivalent practical industry experience within a water network or leakage environment.

About you
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiating skills with a high willingness to learn and develop your career within Thames Water.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Outstanding organisational skills.
Fully competent in using company IT systems and office software.

Qualifications
A degree in a suitable discipline is preferred but relevant practical experience will also be considered.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a technical and data-driven environment.