River Insights & Improvement Manager
Severn TrentCoventry, England, United Kingdom
Posted April 2, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Severn Trent is a leading water and wastewater utility company dedicated to providing clean water and safe waste management solutions. The company offers a range of services including water treatment, renewable energy, and biodiversity conservation. Severn Trent stands out for its commitment to sustainability and community engagement, as recognized by its status as one of the best employers in the UK.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Freshwater Science professional to join our River Protection team as a River Insights and Improvement Manager. The role will involve interpreting complex data, providing scientific insight, and advising teams on strategic decisions. The successful candidate will have a strong grasp of catchment processes and be able to turn complex datasets into clear, actionable insight for decision-makers.
Requirements
- Lead integrated freshwater system analysis connecting flows, habitats, groundwater and water quality across hydrology, hydroecology, chemistry and microbiology
- Responsible for ensuring scientific insights are clearly communicated to a variety of internal and external stakeholders
- Using scientific-led understanding to ensure methodological rigour, effective risk management, high quality evidence and documentation and strong-analytical standards are maintained
- Representing Severn Trent as a technical expert at a range of external opportunities
Benefits
- 28 days holiday + bank holidays
- Annual bonus scheme (of up to ÂŁ2,250 per annum based on company performance)
- Leading pension scheme
- Sharesave
- Dedicated training and development with our âAcademyâ
- Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
- Family friendly policies (including, a year off fully paid maternity and adoption leave)
- Two volunteering days per year
