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JobTitle: Technical Solutions Lead
Location: Durrington/Falmer (1 day minimum in the office)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37
Salary: Up to 45k depending on skills and experience
About the role:
As a Technical Solutions Lead you will play a key role in driving performance improvement and change across the Wastewater directorate. Youll investigate processes analyse corporate data identify root causes and develop practical evidence-based solutions to tackle real industry challenges.
Working within the Operational Planning & Improvement Team youll have the freedom to innovate explore new technologies streamline processes and see the impact of your work first-hand.
What you will be responsible for:
In this role youll use your analytical skills technical expertise and business insight to shape change initiatives that are grounded in data and aligned with organisational goals. You will work closely with stakeholders at all levels researching and interpreting data coordinating site audits mapping processes identifying inefficiencies and supporting the delivery of effective solutions.
- Gather and analyse data from across the business to produce clear evidencebased reports and strategic recommendations.
- Lead solution development projects with crossfunctional teams diagnosing root causes and improving inefficient processes and systems.
- Develop plans and procedures that support operational effectiveness efficiency improvements and compliance/pollution reduction initiatives including management information KPIs and governance.
- Engage stakeholders across the business to understand current and future needs.
- Facilitate collaboration through meetings workshops performance sessions hubs and training.
What youll bring to the role:
- You are an excellent communicator able to build credibility influence behaviour and engage senior stakeholders.
- You are an effective problem-solver who can identify issues early and drive meaningful business improvements.
- You are a critical thinker with strong attention to detail and a fresh perspective on existing processes.
- You are proactive decisive and comfortable anticipating risks and driving solutions to completion.
- You are resilient and adaptable in both approach and communication style.
Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britains water industry investing significantly to enhance resilience sustainability and service excellence. With 7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30 this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.
You will be joining at a time of significant change working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact influence major strategic decisions and drive long-term value creation
Our mission is to protect and enhance life through waterand we need passionate people to help us achieve it. If youre inspired by our purpose and believe you can contribute apply today. You dont need to meet every criterion; what matters most is your drive to make a difference.
If this role isnt quite what youre looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water you can register your details here: Introduce Yourself (- Introduce Yourself)
Our Commitment to Diversity
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds identities and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race ethnicity gender sexual orientation age disability religion or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know.
Additional information:
In line with Southern Waters security requirements successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity eligibility to work in the UK criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years.
Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all preemployment checks including security vetting.
Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting which may involve providing additional documentation.
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