Asset Risk Management Specialist

Location: The role can be based in Kent, Falmer or Durrington depending on successful applicant's preference. Would be expected to be on site 1 or 2 days per week (usually mid week)
Salary: Up to £48,000
Full-time 37 hours (Monday to Friday)
Site travel required - full UK driving licence essential

The Opportunity

We're recruiting for an Asset Risk Management Specialist on behalf of our utilities client to support risk management across wastewater operations.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business undergoing major transformation, with significant investment planned and a clear focus on improving resilience, sustainability, and service delivery across the region.

If you're data-driven, proactive, and keen to build a career in the utilities sector, this role offers a great entry point with strong development potential.

The Role

You'll play a key role in assessing and managing operational and environmental risks across wastewater sites, translating complex risk data into actionable insights for the business.

Working within the Asset Risk Management (ARM) framework, you'll collaborate closely with operational teams to support data-led decision making and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse large volumes of risk data to identify trends and priorities
• Support ARM reporting
• Assess pollution risk and ensure regulatory compliance
• Operate consistent risk identification, scoring, analysis, prioritisation, validation and reporting processes aligned with asset management and resilience frameworks
• Assess pollution and operational risks across wastewater assets
• Identify asset needs and interpreting results linked to performance commitments and customer promises
• Supporting production of need statements for investment planning and ensuring governance and lifecycle processes are followed
• Delivering excellent in Health & Safety and ensuring compliance with H&S management practices
• Contribute to the development of new asset management systems and processes to achieve industry leading standards
• Use data and insights to undertake risk and resilience assessments, producing reports and updates for regulatory and business purposes
• Work with operational teams to improve risk mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements

About You

We're looking for someone with a proactive attitude and strong analytical mindset who can confidently translate data into real-world decisions.

You will have:

• 1-2 years' experience in utilities, wastewater, or a regulated industry
• Strong data analysis and Excel skills
• Experience working with risk management systems
• Ability to communicate insights clearly to operational teams
• A self-started with a positive, can-do attitude and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders

Key Skills & Behaviours

• Data-driven and solutions-focused
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Able to manage competing priorities and large data sets
• Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn
• Comfortable influencing without direct authority

Working Arrangements

• Hybrid working (typically 1-2 days onsite midweek)
• Based in Kent, Falmer, or Durrington offices
• Regular travel to operational sites required

Why Join?

• Be part of a business delivering a £7.8bn transformation programme
• Real opportunities for career progression into areas like project management
• Supportive environment with strong focus on development and growth
• Work on meaningful projects with real environmental and community impact

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