Closing Date
2026-04-03
Job Title: Contract Performance Engineer
Location: Flexible
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37
Salary: Up to £45,000 - Depending on knowledge, skills and experience
About the role
As a Contractor Performance Engineer, you will provide a cost-effective maintenance solutions service to Southern Water’s operational sites, tenanted properties and external customers. To support the delivery and management of the operational contracts service.
The successful candidate would be responsible for the work life cycle; investigating cost effective options that meet operational needs, defining and communicating scope to contractors, managing the quality, cost and timely delivery of planned & reactive solutions and managing appropriate post-delivery close out.
You will be responsible for the contract administration of multiple contracts including cost and budget management, contract compliance, reporting and cost verification and Health & Safety performance of Contractors
What you will be responsible for:
This is an important role in the Company, where the post holder will be expected to use their skills and experience in financial and works management to ensure that projects and work programmes have robust cost and Health & Safety control.
We are looking for someone with strong interpersonal skills and who is adept at problem solving, whilst understanding the importance of being able to communicate effectively with both internal and external partners and stakeholders. Good negotiation skills with up-to-date knowledge of Health & Safety practices and contract management are essential for this role.
You will need to be a positive person who likes a challenge as this role will require you to manage and balance issues / problems against cost and budget restraints, but at the same time ensuring that essential works are carried out to the required standard avoiding a ‘Sticky Plaster’ situation.
What you’ll bring to the role:
Essential
1. Sound knowledge of maintenance work
2. Sound knowledge of environmental considerations.
3. Thorough knowledge of contract conditions
4. Good IT skills
5. Sound H&S knowledge to support delivery of maintenance work and reactive activities commercial effectiveness and business expertise
6. Skills to deliver cost effective solutions that meet the needs of Operations and Customers requiring a high degree of liaison between site owners / Customer and contractors and directly leading to delivery of stretching objectives
7. Skills in cost management and budget monitoring
8. Skills in cost analysis
9. Financial awareness
10. Risk and Compliance awareness with understanding of the risks associated with maintenance work and reactive work on operational activities e.g. wastewater compliance, pollutions, water quality etc.
11. streams and individual jobs
12. Strong financial awareness
Leadership and Management
13. Ability to secure high levels of service from contractors ensuring contractor awareness of service and H&S requirements.
14. Mechanical/Electrical Experience and or Qualifications
15. Contract management Experience and or Qualification
16. Experience of SW operations
17. A good understanding/experience of maintenance work and reactive requirements
18. Knowledge of contract conditions and their applications
19. Understanding of supplier/contractor relationship management
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 of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation
“Your potential matters more than a perfect checklist. If this role excites you and you believe you can make an impact, we want to hear from you! Skills can be learned—passion, drive, and fresh perspectives are what truly set candidates apart. Don’t hesitate—take the leap and apply!”
If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking 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.
Additional information:
In line with Southern Water’s security requirements, successful candidates will be required to 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 all pre‑employment checks, including security vetting.
Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment.
Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.