Operational Technology Data Assurance Lead

Operational Technology Data Assurance Lead

Closing Date:
2025-03-16

Job Title: Operational Technology Data Assurance Lead

Location: Hybrid working between our office in Falmer and home.

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Salary: Up to £52,300 depending on skills and experience.

Job Overview:
Southern Water is currently going through an exciting IT transformation which will strategically change the way it delivers IT support and services to its business and end users.

Reporting to the Operational Technology Systems Manager, the OT Data Assurance Lead will contribute towards the building of repeatable processes to allow the team to measure the availability of data and audit the accuracy and data integrity. They will work with the Agile delivery teams within Operational Technology and Telemetry to identify and remediate issues with data collection, accuracy and data integrity. They will work with Southern Water Operational teams, delivery partners and contractors to ensure they meet their objectives and SLAs to achieve the goals of Southern Water for the delivery of high quality drinking water, the safe management of waste water and protection of the environment.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Operational Technology Contractor Management
• Incident and Problem Management
• Day-to-day task management and BAU activities

About You:
We are keen to hear from applicants who have proven skills within IT and Operational Technology infrastructure or networking.
A background in IT, Software or Electrical/Electronic engineering would lend itself well to this position, as would experience in supplier management and incident management.
Experience within the Utilities industry would be advantageous.

Package:
This role will be full time Monday to Friday with a hybrid approach to working between our office in Falmer and home.
We are offering a salary of up £52,300 depending on skills and experience, as well as other benefits including:

• Company and performance-related bonus
• Generous pension with up to 11% company contribution
• Life assurance payment equal to four times your annual salary
• Health benefits through a Cash Plan
• Two paid community volunteering days a year
• 25 days annual holiday
• Occupational health service
• Perkbox benefits offering discounts and savings on several products and experiences
• Study support may be available for job-related qualifications
• We offer competitive maternity leave and flexible return to work options

Why Southern Water?
Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.
You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation.
At Southern Water, diversity and inclusion are core values. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an environment where every individual is empowered to succeed.
This is more than a role; it's an opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact. Apply now to be part of our transformational journey.