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Closing Date 2026-02-27 Job Title: Storm Overflow Technician Location: Kent Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week (with overtime opportunities) Salary: Up to £35,000, plus overtime and comprehensive benefits About the role Storm overflows are a major concern for our customers and communities, and we are committed to leading the industry in reducing their impact. Our Clean Rivers & Seas Task Force is delivering a pioneering £1.5bn programme over the next five years to reduce spills, minimise reliance on storm overflows, and enhance the natural environment. As a Storm Overflow Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining, monitoring, and improving storm overflow systems. You will work at the frontline of environmental improvement, helping us deliver sustainable and innovative interventions across the region. What you will be responsible for: Conducting field investigations within allocated catchments to understand the root causes of CSO activation Reviewing CCTV footage and contractor collected data to identify issues and determine practical solutions Working closely with civils separation contractors to develop efficient, cost-effective separation approaches Attending local customer drop in events to engage with the public and provide project updates Identifying issues early and implementing effective solutions to ensure infrastructure resilience during adverse weather Supporting the wider Clean Rivers & Seas Task Force in delivering environmental improvements across the region Additional requirements specific to the role Participation in incident support rotas as required (details discussed at interview) Hybrid working across sites, catchments, and home Comfortable engaging with customers and stakeholders at community events What you’ll bring to the role: Essential Proactive, independent working style with strong initiative A curious mindset and positive, can-do attitude Strong practical problem-solving skills Ability to work collaboratively with contractors and internal teams Excellent organisation and attention to detail, particularly when reviewing footage and survey data Valid UK driving licence Desirable Practical experience in a hands on or field-based role Experience engaging with members of the public Familiarity with CCTV review or survey data analysis Progression opportunities You will join a growing, high-profile programme with clear opportunities for career development, training, and progression within the Clean Rivers & Seas Task Force and the wider Southern Water organisation. 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 strategic decisions, and drive long term value creation. Our commitment to inclusion If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for but you’d like to be contacted about future 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. #LI-JC1 #LI-Remote #LI-Hybrid Our purpose is big. Our impact is huge. And we know that every single one of us has the power, through our actions, to positively change society and the environment for good. It’s why careers with us have real meaning. Because, if you’re driven and ambitious, we can offer you huge opportunities for personal growth, professional development and constant innovation. Forever evolving. Forever focused on doing the right thing, we empower and encourage everyone to play to their strengths and to help us shape a fair and positive future for all. We believe in Water for Life. If you do too, Dive Right In. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, because delivering water for life is our core purpose. To achieve this, we need 24/7 support in place to resolve incidents quickly and efficiently. All our employees understand the importance of out-of-hours incident support – because when problems appear, fixing them is our top priority. That’s why our people join together and support when and however needed to make sure our customers get the service they deserve. Joining the Southern Water family means you’ll become part of our incident support team. During your interview, your manager will speak to you about any incident support rotas that apply to your position. Does this opportunity excite you but you’re not 100% sure if you meet all the requirements for the role? Or are you concerned that ‘normal’ office hours aren’t possible given your personal circumstances? Whilst we can’t accommodate every flexible working request, we’ll try to find a practical solution. So why not engage with us and find out more about this role?