Leakage Optimisation Analyst

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Leakage Optimisation Analyst, As the successful candidate, you would play a critical part in the team by being the responsible person for highlighting issues related to the Leakage related suite of assets.

This role is crucial to understanding and improving leakage within a region.
You will be part of a team that helps deliver a unique service to our 14 million customers and join at a ground-breaking time for the water industry.

• Stroud Green - Croydon - CR0 8YY.
• 36 hours per week, Monday – Friday 08:00 – 16:00

What you will be doing as a Leakage Optimisation Analyst?

• Report and raise jobs for all faulty commercial loggers and prioritise as required – a key activity which will assist detection targeting work.
• Leakage detection targeting in your appointed region utilising systems at your disposal such as Netbase, Netops/analytics, AORTA, and SAP – by locating jobs and raising notifications promptly to ensure jobs are raised as quickly as possible.
• Highlighting, prioritisation and maintenance of the DMA proving program assisting the engineer with this task to ensure that resource available is directed to the correct DMAs to optimise the productivity of these teams.
• Assists the engineer with desktop exercises to improve operability. This can be through identification and prioritisation of field-based validation activity or desktop activity to highlight anomalies to address operability issues or function set changes.
• Deputise for Leakage Optimisation Engineer on occasion, attend meetings etc and support the team to deliver the company’s leakage action plan and risk management plan.

What should you bring to the role?

• We are looking for someone with a background in leakage or who understands clean water networks and the process.
• Must have strong communication skills and be confident in organising their varied workload effectively with good time management abilities.
• It is essential that the candidate is comfortable with computer software such as Microsoft Excel, possesses good analytical, problem-solving, and negotiating skills and has a willingness to learn and work hard to drive their career within Thames Water.
• You should be degree-educated in related subjects with varied experience in using a system such as SAP and GIS however this is not essential.

What’s in it for you?

• Offering a salary up to £38,000 per annum depending on skills and experience.
• 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.
• GymPass is a free fitness plan and access to several well-being apps for you and up to three family members as well as discounted plans nationwide.
• Cycle to work scheme, always on and up to £3,000 save money, get fit and help protect the environment.
• WeCare, a variety of health and wellbeing services for you and your family including up to 10 specialist counselling sessions, 24/7 access to a virtual GP, get-fit programmes and access to a nutritionist.
• Benefits on Tap, access to discounts, cashback and instant vouchers.
• Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay.
• Ongoing performance development reviews to help you be your best and identify growth opportunities.

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Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, if you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.

The real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process. We aim to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support you.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.