Wastewater Design Support Engineer

The role will be responsible for ensuring that assets adopted from our construction customers are compliant with the relevant standards and regulations, ensuring the adoption of quality sewerage assets.

A key requirement will be for the successful candidate to demonstrate a strong customer service ethos towards our construction partners and developers - and a focus upon operational excellence in the adoption and management of our network assets.

ESPW adopts assets from construction partners and developers across all regions of England and Wales.

The successful candidates will be expected to be very flexible and adaptable; you will be joining a small team and so will be expected to be willing and able to be multi-disciplined, flexible and often work out of their comfort zone!

Key Responsibilities

The following key responsibilities apply to the role(s):

Undertake S104 design reviews and issue technical approval to developers and consultant engineers to ensure wastewater assets are designed and constructed in line with ESPW’s design, specification and operational policies and procedures.
Liaise with construction partners to offer technical support and guidance throughout the design and construction process
Support the wider ESPUG commercial team with technical expertise on wastewater adoption principles
Support the wider ESP Water team with new NAV submissions to Ofwat, in order to ensure that all commercial, procedural and regulatory documents are completed
Support the Wastewater Network Manager by demonstrating excellence in technical design matters
Develop effective relationships with other WASCOs concerning NAV connection and commercial processes
Support the Wastewater Network Manager with reporting, monitoring (KPIs) and compliance with all design policies and standards
Input into the review of the status, adequacy and effectiveness of the asset maintenance regime, safety policies and technical standards.
Ensure that the requirements of ESPUG’s Health and Safety, Environmental and Asset Management Policies are met.
Ensure that the quality, environmental and statutory requirements of ESP Water’s NAV licenses are met and where practicable exceeded.

Key Skills

Significant experience in the wastewater design (S104) sector with specific Knowledge of design, delivery, installation, operation and maintenance. Experience gained within the context of a water company Developer Services role, a Drainage design consultancy or Developer would be advantageous.
Qualified Incorporate Engineer (IEng) or equivalent qualification desirable; or proven relevant experience, with interest to become qualified.
In depth knowledge of the relevant water industry Standards, Recommendations, Specifications and Legislation relevant to the construction and operation of wastewater distribution networks.
Operational, design and regulatory knowledge of environmental and other regulations pertinent to wastewater network operations.
Knowledge of the selection and procurement of materials to be used in the construction of wastewater distribution networks, and the selection and management of contractors and construction partners.
An innovative approach to problem solving. Brings an energetic and curious approach to problem solving.
Ability to innovate and to embed continuous improvement and innovation through a team with.
An ability to adopt a wider perspective than the immediate bounds of the job description. Flexible approach to working on activities across the water team.
Computer Literate.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Excellent relationship management skills.