Environmental Performance Coordinator
South West Water
Contract
On-site
Exeter, United Kingdom
At South West Water we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations - with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate.
We’re proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.
And we have huge ambitions.
Not only are we committed to reaching net-zero by 2030, but we’ve also partnered with Wildlife Trusts, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.
So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, #JustAddWater.
We currently have an opportunity available for an Environmental Performance Coordinator to join our team working on a hybrid basis with an office base in Exeter. You will join us on a 12 month fixed term contract basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £27,000 per annum plus benefits.
About the role:
The Environmental Performance Coordinator will be focused on supporting the company to achieve our environmental targets by supporting the Environmental Performance Reporting and Engagement Manager.
This role is key to achieving our environmental and pollution commitments. The successful candidate will be working closely with many areas of the business, including operational field teams and performance and data units, to ensure accurate reporting is captured and presented, and actions are driven through to completion. There will also be engagement with internal and external stakeholders, including the environmental regulator, the Environment Agency (EA).
What you'll be doing:
- Reporting and tracking performance for a number of environmental metrics in weekly and monthly performance packs, including Compliance Assessment Report action responses to the EA and tracking and monitoring Operational site audits and subsequent actions
- Coordinating the completion of the monthly Wastewater Services performance pack and subsequent environmental performance deep dive packs
- Supporting the arrangement of EA engagement including quarterly tactical liaison meetings and bi-annual workshops
- Collating and tracking Environmental Performance actions e.g. from deep dives and regulatory meetings, and supporting in their completion
- Process mapping for Environmental Performance procedures and ensuring these are signed-off and uploaded to the Quality Management System
- Assisting Continual Improvement initiatives relevant to Environmental Performance being rolled out in Wastewater Services
- Coordinating Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) requests for Environmental Performance
What we are looking for:
- Degree or relevant workplace experience in an environmental, operational or regulatory setting
- Experience of working within the wastewater or other regulated sector and its operation, planning, reporting and regulatory obligations is desirable but not essential
- Computer literate and skilled in the use of MS Office including Excel, PowerPoint and Word
- Good communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently both verbally and in writing
- Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work effectively innovate and work well under pressure
What's in it for you:
- Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
- A discretionary Bonus
- Competitive Contributory Pension
- Share-save Scheme
- Various health benefits
- Wellbeing support programmes
- A range of Group Discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Financial support services
- And plenty more!
We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long-term career with us. We’re one of the largest companies in the South West and are proud to have been awarded Investors in People recognition. Closing Date: 22nd October 2025
Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.
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Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.
Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.
Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.