Wastewater compliance is a growing area at Wessex Water, and we are seeking an entry-level candidate eager to learn and develop their career in this field.
Initially, the role will focus on supporting the Wastewater Compliance team with technical administration, including logging formal communications from regulators and assisting with responses. This requires strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
This is a 13-month fixed-term position.
What you'll do
The Wastewater Compliance team is responsible for:
- understanding current and new regulations and legislation related to wastewater and sludge compliance, making sure Wessex Water understands and complies with these regulations
- providing advice and guidance to the teams responsible for running our sites (primarily water recycling centres, bioresource sites and the sewerage network)
- submitting data and information to our regulators (primarily the Environment Agency (EA)) as required, usually through monthly and annual submissions but occasionally in response to ad hoc requests
- providing information to the EA following unplanned incidents such as pollution or permit breaches
- providing information to members of the public under the Environmental Information Regulations.
This role will support the team in delivering these requirements.
After an initial period of training, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to assist with data management and submissions to the regulator, as well as monitoring permit compliance.
What you'll need
We are looking for a team player who is willing to be proactively involved in delivering the team's requirements.
Communication within the team is key for workload management, learning and sharing current information, and keeping on top of current team priorities.
The role is a development role and therefore, industry experience is not required. However, any experience or interest in the water industry, sewage treatment or the environment will be an advantage and will enable you to succeed.
You will either have work experience in a science field or be A-level or degree level qualified within a science related subject.
We are particularly looking for the following skills:
- good report writing
- the ability to manage tight timescales
- good attention to detail
- the ability to manage a variety of workstreams simultaneously and prioritise work accordingly
- professional communication style
- a proactive approach to work and identifying areas where you can support the team.
What you'll receive
- A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
- Career progression and professional development opportunities.
- 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
- The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
- The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
- A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
- Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
- The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
- Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
- One paid volunteering day each year.
- Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
- Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
- Support from trained mental health first aiders.
- A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us.
Who we are
YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:
- Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
- YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
- YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
- YTL Arena – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
- plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.
Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.
We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.
If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.
