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
- Up to 10.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
- A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working
Our projects are designed to be environmentally and socially responsible and will offer you opportunities to learn and grow throughout the project cycle. As part of our team, you will benefit from a range of training and development programs, such as APM Project Management Qualifications (PMQ), CIPS professional membership/chartered status, support to gain CEng/Ieng status, leadership coaching, professional accreditation and mentoring. We are here to support you in reaching your full potential and thriving in your career and beyond.
The Role
As Senior Carbon Engineer, you will be instrumental in leading and delivering low carbon solutions and innovations across United Utilities exciting and expansive capital programme. The work permeates all levels of the organisation and you will influence the fostering of a culture that prioritises low carbon thinking and propels the company towards its ambitious environmental goals. You will become a beacon of sustainability, embodying the commitment to a greener future in a pivotal position that supports the delivery of United Utilities carbon pledges and targets
You will support in the development of carbon management tools and processes, ensuring that the entire Commercial, Engineering, and Capital Delivery (CEC) team is equipped with the knowledge to make informed, eco-conscious decisions. Managing carbon reporting and benefits tracking, you will play a crucial role in maintaining transparency and accountability in United Utilities' journey towards net zero. By conducting life cycle assessments, you will ensure that carbon reduction efforts are measurable and impactful and by collaborating with supply chain partners, you will drive forward-thinking carbon reduction plans that align with the company's vision of a net-zero future.
Stakeholder engagement is vital for this role and you will need to build strong working relationships, manage key internal and external stakeholders effectively and provide subject matter expert (SME) advice on innovation and carbon to our partners, capital delivery teams and the wider business
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-person site attendance in Lingley Mere, Warrington is required for a minimum of three 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.
United Utilities offer dynamic and long-lasting options that will help you grow professionally and personally, and you will have the chance to enhance your skill, knowledge and experience in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about making a positive difference for the North West of England and want to join us on our journey of transformation, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of the UU family!
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify and implement low carbon solutions within the capital programme
- Lead initiatives that align with the organization's carbon reduction targets, focusing on innovation and strategic carbon management
- Conduct carbon benefit and lifecycle assessments and support technical governance and consistency across projects
- Facilitate the development and improvement of carbon estimation tools and methodologies, supporting the Principal Carbon Engineer
- Stay informed on emerging carbon reduction technologies and innovations, contributing to internal and external knowledge-sharing efforts
Skills and Experience
To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:
- Qualified to degree level in a relevant engineering, environmental, scientific or STEM discipline or have equivalent skills, knowledge and experience
- Experience of providing technical advice, leading the delivery of successful engineering outcomes and a knowledge and passion for the carbon agenda, including low carbon materials and technologies and carbon life cycle assessments
- Hold a current UK/EU driving licence