Job Description

We're Severn Trent Services a commercial arm of the Severn Trent Group. We specialise in providing water and wastewater services to public and private sector organisations nationwide.
We're currently recruiting for a Water Quality Distribution Specialist.
Are you ready to make a real impact in the world of water and wastewater operations? We're looking for a passionate and proactive professional to join our team and play a key role in ensuring compliance across the MOD Contract.
In this exciting role, you'll be at the forefront of maintaining the integrity of potable water networks through rigorous testing and sampling, while driving continuous improvement to prevent network failures before they happen.
You'll also be a trusted source of technical expertise, supporting both operational and support teams with your knowledge and insight. If you're motivated by purpose, thrive on problem-solving, and want to help shape the future of water infrastructure, we want to hear from you!
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
This opportunity sits within our Severn Trent Services business, a commercial arm of the Severn Trent Group and you will be part of our small team of go-to experts on contract and commercial matters.
It's an exciting time to be joining Severn Trent Services - we're on an upwards trajectory, our business is growing and we're looking for new talent to join us on our journey!
Some of the key responsibilities of this position include:

• Management of network improvement programme
• Root cause Investigation of service failures leading to lessons learned and implementation of improvements
• Provision of Contract and Customer responses in relation to both water and waste networks
• Compliance with Private Water Supplies Regulations and audit requirements
• Targeting of network flushing activity and analysis of data collected to improve programme
• Provision of Water & Waste technical advice and support to operational teams and in support of Engineering projects Identification of network risks and provision of advice to mitigate and improve

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE ROLE
To succeed in this role, you'll need a strong understanding of water and wastewater operations, a good grasp of the regulatory landscape, and the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders. You'll bring hands-on experience, a practical mindset, and solid IT skills-plus a full UK driving licence to keep you on the move. If you're collaborative, solutions-focused, and ready to take on a meaningful challenge, we'd love to hear from you!
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 employ thousands of people from across our community who really care about what they do. Because that is how we do what we do.
And when it comes to inclusion, we're making sure we keep up the progress with our wonderful working groups - LGBTQ+, Women in Operations & STEM, Disability and Ethnicity, who help us do just that.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
Working here isn't just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We'll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we'll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.
With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you'll get being part of the Seven Trent Services family:

• Annual bonus scheme of up to 15% of your annual salary, based on company performance)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• 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

WHATS NEXT?
We can't wait to hear from you.
Before you apply, you'll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. We'll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date too - so keep an eye on your phone and emails.
And if your curiosity has peaked and you're wanting to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.
Ps. we'll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date - so keep an eye on your phone and emails.

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