
Operations Project Engineer- Water Recycling
Salary:From £47,345, depending on skills and experience & Car Allowance
Location:Lincolnshire & surrounding area
Hours:Full time (with flexibility for part-time working))
Closing date:Sunday 31st May
Interviews:10–12 June
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WaterRecyclingOperationsplay a vital role in protecting our environmentIf you thrive on solving problems, deliveringwork, andenjoymaking a real impact-this is your opportunity to join a high-performing team at the heart of our operationsas a Project Engineer
Inour Water Recycling team, your work will directly influence the performance and resilience of our treatment sites across the Anglian region.
The role
Our Project Engineers lead the technical, commercial, and safe delivery of both CAPEX and OPEX projects, frominitialassessment through to completion. Working closely withOperational Site Teams,you'llget to the root of problems, develop practical solutions, and take ownership of projects from start to finish.
Whether your background is mechanical, electrical, process, or project management,you’llbring valued experience to the team, andwe’llsupport you in developing the broad range of skillsyou’llneed to thrive.
Key to success in this role is building strong stakeholder relationships.You’llprovide regular updates, offer practical support, and build confidence that projects will be delivered effectively, efficiently, andmost importantly -safely. Your work will have a direct and visible impact on the people and sites you support.
Throughout everything you do,you’llupholdhigh standardsof health and safety, manage costs and risks, prioritise projects effectively, and escalate issues where needed – all within a collaborative team that values practicalexpertise
Whatyou’llbe doing
Ensure safe delivery of projects through effective use of CDM and H&S processes
Lead the delivery of CAPEX and OPEX projects from assessment through to completion
Develop practical, cost-effective engineering solutions to site challenges
Work closely with stakeholders to manage priorities, risks and performance
Provide engineering support and take ownership of issues through to resolution
Maintain accurate reporting, communicate progress and escalate risks where needed
Follow governance processes and ensure documentation and compliance are maintained
About you
You’llbe a practical and solutions-focused engineer with a passion for delivering high-quality outcomes.
Background in mechanical, electrical,water recycling,or projectmanagement
Experience deliveringlow value, high volumeprojects (water sector desirable)
Strong understanding of health & safety and CDM requirements
Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement capability
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results Full UK driving licence required – with travel to sites across the region and hybrid working flexibility
What we offer -
Alongside the opportunity to make a genuine difference,you’llbenefitfrom a competitive and flexible rewards package, including:
Private healthcare
Virtual GP service for you and your household
Generous double match pension – contribute 7% and Anglian Water will contribute 14%, giving a total contribution of 21%
Flexibility to support work–life balance
Why join us?
We believe our workforce should reflect the communities we serve.We’recommitted to inclusion,fairnessand opportunity for all and proudly support initiatives including the Social Mobility Pledge, Race at Work Charter, Armed Forces Covenant, Disability Confident, and the Women’s Utility Network.
Ready to make a difference where it matters most?
Apply now.
Closing date – Sunday 31st May
Interviews – 10–12 June
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Anglian Water supply water and water recycling services to more than six million domestic and business customers in the east of England and Hartlepool. Our services are at the heart of every single family and community in our region. We clean water to the highest standard, deliver it to millions of homes, and carefully manage it to ensure it never runs out.
We’re the largest water and water recycling company in England and Wales by geographic area. We’re also one of the driest regions in the country, with just 600 millimetres of rain each year, on average a third less than the rest of England. In fact some areas have a lower annual rainfall than Jerusalem. That’s why it’s vital that we look after the water that we’ve got.