Wastewater Treatment Strategic Compliance Manager

Wastewater Treatment Strategic Compliance Manager Employment Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: 80-90k Location: Durrington, with travel across South Coast sites and flexibility to work from home 2-3 days per week ________________________________________ About the Role Are you driven by environmental protection and strategic leadership? We're seeking a Wastewater Treatment Strategic Compliance Manager to champion compliance and elevate environmental performance across our wastewater treatment operations. This is a key leadership role where you'll shape compliance strategies, strengthen operational standards, and embed a culture of excellence. You'll influence critical areas such as training, asset standards, and systems thinking-while playing a pivotal part in our succession plan for the Head of Wastewater Treatment. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities * Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance environmental performance and meet effluent quality standards. * Monitor and report on KPIs, including permit breaches and leading indicators, ensuring proactive measures are in place. * Lead investigations into compliance failures and environmental incidents, driving strategic learning and corrective actions. * Manage internal audits and governance frameworks to identify risks and improvement opportunities. * Collaborate with operational and capital delivery teams to embed environmental requirements into processes. * Produce accurate, data-driven compliance reports for senior leadership and regulators. * Champion a culture of environmental responsibility and continuous improvement. * Drive adoption of digital monitoring systems and advanced analytics. * Build and maintain strong relationships with regulators and key stakeholders. ________________________________________ What We're Looking For Skills & Experience: * Proven experience in wastewater or industrial process management, ideally within the water industry. * Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. * Expertise in root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions. * Solid project and process management capabilities. * Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence strategic change. Knowledge & Qualifications: * Comprehensive understanding of UK environmental legislation, particularly Environmental Permitting Regulations (EPR). * Familiarity with compliance frameworks and regulatory permit requirements. * Knowledge of environmental performance metrics (e.g., permit breaches, pollution incidents, sludge quality). * Understanding of regulatory bodies' roles and processes, especially the Environment Agency and local authorities