Closing Date
2026-07-03JobTitle:Standpipe Hire Contract Manager
Location: Flexibleacross the region (Hybrid working)
ContractType:12 Month FTC
Hours:37
Salary:From £38,400 depending on skills and experience
About the role:
As a Standpipe Hire Contract Manager, you willbe responsible forcontract management of the Standpipe Hire Contract service, including day to day management of all related activities, SLI performance, monthlyreportingand daily authorisation of certain standpipe activities.
This role is currently basedinChatham, Kentbut can be positioned in any part of the region.
What you willbe responsible for:
Whatyou’llbring to the role:
Essential
A full, UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.
You will be joining at a time ofsignificant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team witha clear visionfor the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation
"We understand that great talent comes in many forms. If this role excites you and you share our commitment to delivering sustainable solutions for our communities, please apply—even if your experiencedoesn’tperfectly match every requirement. We’ll support your growth and development."
If this roleisn’tquite whatyou’relooking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details here: Introduce Yourself (myworkdaysite.com-Introduce Yourself)
Our Commitment to Diversity
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Additionalinformation:
In line with Southern Water’s security requirements, successful candidates willbe requiredto provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK,criminal record check (DBS)and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years.
Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of allpre‑employmentchecks, including security vetting.
Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards orfails topass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment.
Some positions may also requirehigher levels of security vetting, which may involve providingadditionaldocumentation.