Wastewater Compliance Manager

  • 4091
  • Bath
  • Wessex Water
  • £48,000 to £53,000
  • Permanent
  • Science and environment
  • 2026-05-11
  • 2026-05-25
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Are you an Environmental Manager who can lead a detail-oriented, analytical team that's passionate about environmental compliance? If so, this role is for you!

The Wastewater Compliance Manager will be responsible for managing a team responsible for regulatory sampling, reporting and notifications, monitoring and assessing water recycling centre and Industrial Emission Directive (IED) compliance, compliance audit programme and liaising with the Environment Agency.

What you'll do 

In this varied role, you will:

  • lead on the development of wastewater compliance policy, strategy and management
  • ensure alignment with environmental and quality regulations, guidance and codes of practice
  • monitor and report compliance internally and to regulators
  • identify risks and provide advice on preventative and corrective actions
  • stay up-to-date with changes in environmental regulations and guidance
  • communicate impacts to the business
  • ensure timely, cost-effective implementation of compliance measures
  • represent Wessex Water at national forums
  • lead engagement with regulators (EA, Ofwat, DEFRA)
  • provide expert advice on all wastewater compliance matters.

What you'll need 

We are looking for:

  • a degree-level qualification within STEM or a related subject, or have a minimum of 5 years' experience in the water industry or in a data analysis and reporting role
  • strong computer literacy with good working knowledge of Microsoft products such as Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.), SharePoint Online and reporting functions such as Power BI
  • you to confidently produce accurate, well-structured, written English for formal letter writing and third-party correspondence
  • you to be self-motivated, able to work in a dynamic environment and be capable of working both independently and as part of a team. This is a varied role, and so excellent organisational skills are also key
  • attention to detail, competency in investigating and resolving issues and excellent time management skills to ensure that deadlines are met
  • strong communication skills are also required; You will effectively and clearly communicate technical information within the team, to the wider business and to regulators
  • in-depth knowledge of environmental legislation, risk management and workplace initiatives
  • experience working in an environmental management role at a similar level
  • experience working in a regulated industry and in a quality management system.

What you'll receive

  • A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
  • Career progression and professional development opportunities.
  • 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
  • The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
  • The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
  • A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
  • Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
  • The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
  • Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
  • One paid volunteering day each year.
  • Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
  • Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
  • Support from trained mental health first aiders.
  • A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us. 

Who we are

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

  • Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
  • YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
  • YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
  • YTL Live – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
  • plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.

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