Closing Date
2026-02-02
Job Title: Storm Overflow Engineer
Location: West Sussex / Sussex
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week (with overtime opportunities)
Salary: Up to £45,000
About the role
Storm overflows are no longer acceptable to our customers, communities, or the environment. Our Clean Rivers and Seas Task Force is leading major improvements to reduce spills and transform how stormwater is managed across the region. With a £1.5 billion programme underway, we are expanding our team to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions. As a Storm Overflow Engineer, you will play a key role in designing and delivering targeted interventions that reduce storm overflow spills. You will work closely with internal teams, contractors, and local communities to create long‑term environmental benefits.
What you will be responsible for:
1. Analysing technical reports to understand the causes of storm overflow activation
2. Designing and delivering interventions across multiple catchments, including large‑scale schemes
3. Managing budgets and spill‑reduction targets within your area
4. Working with internal teams and external partners to deliver schemes, including on assets not owned by Southern Water
5. Reviewing rainfall, pump station and monitoring data to assess performance
6. Preparing business cases, forecasting budgets, and reporting outcomes
7. Attending monthly community meetings to share updates and build trust
8. Engaging with customers and stakeholders to support stormwater management
9. Leading health and safety responsibilities across all delivery activities
10. Promoting sustainable drainage solutions (SuDS) on private property
Additional requirements
Participation in incident support when required. Occasional evening or weekend community meetings. Travel across the region as part of the role.
What you’ll bring to the role:
Essential
11. Strong technical understanding of wastewater and sewer systems
12. Ability to explain complex information in simple, clear language
13. Experience managing contractors and cross‑functional teams
14. Skills in risk management, governance, and health and safety leadership
15. Ability to work with incomplete datasets and drive innovation
16. BTEC/HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience
Desirable
17. Experience working in a regulated environment
18. Knowledge of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS)
Progression opportunities
This role offers opportunities to progress into senior engineering, programme delivery, or specialist environmental roles as the Clean Rivers and Seas programme grows.
About Southern Water
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 professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major decisions, and drive long‑term value.
Our commitment to inclusion
At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need.
If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for but you’d like to be contacted about future opportunities, you can register your details here: Introduce Yourself (myworkdaysite.com)
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.
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