Overview
Strategic Planner (DWMP) – Two Roles
Full time 37 hours per week • Location: Washington • Salary £47,800 - £59,000 (depending on experience) • Flexible working considered
About the Role
We have two opportunities to join our Wastewater directorate, supporting delivery of our Drainage and Wastewater Management Plan (DWMP) to keep our wastewater infrastructure fit for the future. You’ll help shape our long-term strategy, bringing complex data together to tackle wastewater challenges while meeting environmental and regulatory expectations.
As a Strategic Planner, you’ll work with Technical Policy Managers, Wastewater Driver Leads, Asset Planners and other stakeholders to integrate inputs so our DWMP meets stakeholder requirements and supports business objectives across short, medium and long term. You’ll also engage with external partners, such as local authorities, to identify shared risks and develop sustainable approaches that work for customers, communities and the environment.
Two Strategic Planner roles are available with complementary specialisms: one focused on wastewater networks with experience in hydraulic modelling (sewers, rivers and surface water) to support flood risk reduction and capacity planning; the other focused on wastewater treatment processes to drive performance, compliance and long-term investment planning.
If you meet most criteria, are passionate about the environment and eager to learn, we’d love to hear from you.
About You / Requirements
If you enjoy problem solving and have experience in planning, then we want to hear from you.
The successful candidate will be confident working with technical data, turning it into clear insight. You will understand how to assess risk, develop evidence-based solutions, and think strategically over short-, medium- and long-term horizons.
You’ll make informed decisions, work independently, and manage competing priorities — all while keeping sight of the bigger picture.
You’ll be a strong communicator who can engage with a range of stakeholders, explaining complex information.
You may have a relevant degree or accreditation, but it’s more important that you can think critically and work collaboratively.
Interview Dates
Stage 1 Interview Date: 16 October
Stage 2 Interview Dates: 30 October & 3 November
Other Information
Northumbrian Water Group embraces Diversity, Inclusion and Equity and encourages all colleagues to bring their authentic self to work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diverse communities. Please note the role may require a DBS check prior to employment. NWG supports rehabilitation of offenders, with restrictions on certain unspent convictions to maintain a safe working environment.
About Us
NWG provides water and sewerage services to 2.7 million people in the North East and 1.5 million in the South East. We strive to be a Great Place to Work, value diversity and inclusion, and invest in our people. Our benefits include:
* Generous holiday entitlement starting at 26 days plus bank holidays and additional time off
* Company pension scheme with employer contributions
* Discounts and wellbeing benefits
* Travel and financial wellbeing support
* Development opportunities and professional subscriptions
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development and Strategy
Industries
Utilities
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