About Us:
United Utilities' (UU) mission is to deliver high-quality water for a more prosperous, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We are proud to be ranked #11 in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.
We've got a lot to offer. You'll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution. These include:
- A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service, in addition to 8 bank holidays
- A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
- A 20% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
- A £5,000 car allowance to support your travel needs
- A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working
The Role:
United Utilities is seeking a Senior Principal Modelling Engineer with expertise in Wastewater Network Modelling to spearhead transformative projects that will have a lasting positive impact on the environment and society. This pivotal role offers the chance to lead and inspire engineering teams, driving forward our ambitious vision for North West England. As Senior Principal Network Modeller will be at the heart of technical leadership, management, and strategic influence within UU and our client network.
The role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, including guiding and training staff, promoting their development and wellbeing, and coordinating wastewater projects to ensure excellence in delivery, technical governance, and adherence to best practices. The successful candidate will be instrumental in advancing our AMP8 Better Rivers programme and conducting comprehensive studies and investigations.
Innovation is at the core of this position, with a focus on leveraging new technologies and environmental solutions. The Principal Modeller will lead a team of senior modellers and modellers to develop solutions that align with United Utilities' forward-thinking vision. This role is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of groundbreaking initiatives, utilizing expertise to address industry-specific engineering challenges and collaborating with specialists to influence Research and Development, Planning, and Network Engineering within our programmes. The contributions of the Principal Modeller are crucial to our success and the achievement of our objectives.
We are excited to offer you a flexible and hybrid working model that lets you balance your work and life and enjoy the benefits of working with us wherever you are. . In this post, you will be work predominantly from our Warrington, Liverpool and/or Manchester hubs. In-person attendance is required two days per week to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, alongside some travel to other sites in the North West and flexible hours to support work-life balance. Initially, you may be expected to attend more frequently to familiarise yourselves with the site, the team, and your role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Working closely and developing strong relationships with all internal clients and partners.
- Provide engineering support including design and technical engineering advice to all areas of UU. The main areas are likely to be the capital programme, operational support and studies & investigations.
- Responsible for the delivery of a range of projects, studies and investigations throughout UU including data gathering and analysis, design, preparation of technical reports, review of proposals by others and providing advice and responses to other team members.
- Leadership and line management for technical staff within the team, mentoring and supervising developing engineers from across the business.
- Raising the profile of UU technical leadership in the water industry and other sectors.
Skills & Experience:
To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:
- Chartered or Incorporated professional or demonstrable equivalent level of expertise.
- Strong technical competence and leadership skills, coupled with high levels of emotional intelligence.
- Ability to influence as well as direct technical solutions across the whole of UU
- Experience in leading successful modelling resource teams in a highly technical and commercial environment.
- Modelling experience needs to be in in the use of Innovyze InfoWorksTM ICM software.
- Hold a full UK/EU driving licence.
Other Benefits:
We believe in empowering you to achieve your aspirations and dreams, both in your work and in your life. To help you achieve your goals, we offer a variety of voluntary benefits that you can select according to your needs and preferences.
- Onsite gym and physio lounge with instructor-led gym classes and dedicated physiotherapist, onsite childcare and nursery, free parking and EV charging points, dedicated multi-faith/prayer rooms and free bus service for UU colleagues - Warrington only
- MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
- Best Doctors
- Salary Finance
- Wealth at Work courses
- Deals and discounts
- EVolve Car Scheme
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Mental health first aiders
- ShareBuy
- MORE Choices flexible benefits
- Enhanced parental leave schemes
- You may be entitled to relocation expenses of up to £8,000 for this position. This will depend on the outcome of an eligibility check