Environmental Site Auditor

Hybrid - Banbury (STW), Hybrid - Beckton (STW) - IG11 0AD, Hybrid - Bishops Stortford (STW), Hybrid - Clearwater Court - RG1 8DB, Hybrid - Crawley (STW), Hybrid - Deephams (STW) - N9 0BA, Hybrid - East Hyde (STW), Hybrid - Hogsmill (STW), Hybrid - Long Reach (STW), Hybrid - Maple Lodge (STW) - WD3 9SQ, Hybrid - Mogden (STW) - TW7 7LW, Hybrid - Oxford STW - OX4 4YU, Hybrid - Reading (STW) - RG2 0RP, Hybrid - Slough (STW), Hybrid - Swindon (STW)

Job title Environmental Site Auditor

Division Asset Operations & Capital Delivery

Location Hybrid - Banbury (STW), Hybrid - Beckton (STW) - IG11 0AD, Hybrid - Bishops Stortford (STW), Hybrid - Clearwater Court - RG1 8DB, Hybrid - Crawley (STW), Hybrid - Deephams (STW) - N9 0BA, Hybrid - East Hyde (STW), Hybrid - Hogsmill (STW), Hybrid - Long Reach (STW), Hybrid - Maple Lodge (STW) - WD3 9SQ, Hybrid - Mogden (STW) - TW7 7LW, Hybrid - Oxford STW - OX4 4YU, Hybrid - Reading (STW) - RG2 0RP, Hybrid - Slough (STW), Hybrid - Swindon (STW)

Contract type Permanent
Full/Part-time Full-time

Salary Competitive salary from £50,000 to £55,000 per annum. Job grade B

Closing date 24/10/2025

Overview

Ready to make a real impact where it matters most? At Thames Water, we're not just keeping taps flowing and toilets flushing for 16 million customers - we're building a more resilient, sustainable future. As an Environmental Site Auditor, you'll be at the heart of that mission, leading site audits, supporting operational teams, and driving continuous improvement. If you've got a passion for the environment, strong stakeholder skills, and the drive to ensure we meet our commitments, this is your chance to help shape the future of water.

What you'll be doing as an Environmental Site Auditor:

• Undertake site environmental and permit compliance audits as per the annual audit programme for your geographic region.
• Carry out audits on any permitted asset, including Sewage Treatment Works, Pumping Stations, Water Treatment Works, Waste and Air emissions facilities.
• Provide support and training to operational teams so that they understand the requirements of the EMS.
• Support operational teams in preparation and during external audits.
• Create summary reports of your audits and present these back to Operational Managers.
• Highlight any non-compliances and drive actions to completion in your region using the EMS.
• Provide regular reports on the progress of the audit programme within your region and key areas of risk/concern.

Location and driving This position will be working hybrid from one of our Thames Water sites in the Thames Valley, Home Counties or London area. A full driving licence is required for this position. The salary for this position is between £50,000 - £55,000, depending on experience.

Essential criteria

• An understanding of environmental legislation and permits.
• Knowledge of wastewater pumping and treatment processes.
• Proficiency with software packages (e.g. Microsoft 365).
• Ability to write audit reports and actions.
• Understanding of Health and Safety site requirements.

Extra qualities

• Experience working with frontline operational teams (ideally Sewage Treatment Works, Water Treatment Works or Pumping Stations).
• Experience interacting with Regulators on operational sites.
• Experience working within ISO accredited management systems.
• Development of Power BI reports and Microsoft Forms.
• Knowledge of sludge treatment processes.
• Knowledge of Pollution Prevention Control Principles.
• Qualification in an environmental or science-related subject.

Benefits

• Competitive salary from £50,000 to £55,000 per annum.
• Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays)
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Access to benefits for health, wellbeing and finances - annual health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work, shopping vouchers, and life assurance.

About Thames Water

We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive.

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference. We offer meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world's water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know, we're here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.