Innovation Strategy Planner, Infrastructure

Innovation Strategy Planner, Infrastructure

Southern Water is refreshing!

Southern Water is in an exciting place when it comes to innovation and strategic thinking. As we approach AMP6 the key elements of our business plan focus on the priorities of our customers. We are working purposefully to improve the environment in which they live. Right now is an exciting time to come and contribute to innovative change in Southern Water.

We are looking for an Innovation Strategy Planner, to be based at our Durrington offices, who will support the development of Company Innovation Policy and Strategy, successful delivery of the research and development technology roadmap and engagement with research partners.

You will support innovation benchmarking and Research and Development Programme prioritisation, tracking the benefits from our R&D projects and business case development.

To work with us you will need experience in research and development project development and delivery, preferably in the water sector or other utilities as well as experience in working with research partners for successful delivery of research and development projects.

You will have a Degree in Science, engineering or other numerate subject and a post graduate qualification in science, engineering, water or environment is desirable.

We are on an innovative journey to fundamentally reposition our business and become the UK's leading water company. Join our remarkable and talented team and make a positive difference in delivering an essential service.

Southern Water is an equal opportunities employer and, therefore, does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender or disability and complies with all relevant UK legislation.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. You will need to provide evidence of eligibility (e.g. a passport or long birth certificate and proof of NI) and current proof of address (dated within the last 3 months), will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you do not meet these criteria your application will not be considered.

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