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Job Title: Data Analyst
Location: Deephams
Salary: £33,907.68
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the water industry's most critical challenges while developing your expertise across data, network operations, and strategic resolution planning. Hydrosave is part of the South Staffordshire Group – a 3,000-strong organisation behind South Staffs Water, Cambridge Water, and several leading utility support businesses – offering long-term development and career progression.
We are looking for a detail-driven and analytical Apparent-Loss Leakage Analyst to join our team supporting Thames Water.
In this role, you will play a critical part in identifying and reducing Unaccounted for Water (UFW) – water that is being used but not properly measured or recorded. This could include issues such as faulty meters, illegal usage, data inaccuracies, or system discrepancies.
You’ll combine data analysis with field coordination to investigate issues, develop solutions, and ensure successful resolution.
The Role:
Analysis & Investigation
- Analyse District Metered Areas (DMAs) to identify potential sources of UFW or data discrepancies
- Review data from internal systems (e.g. GIS, Netbase, CMOS, C4C/ISU) to detect inconsistencies
- Investigate findings from leakage optimisation teams and other workstreams
Planning & Field Coordination
- Plan and deploy field technicians to investigate suspected issues
- Coordinate data collection from field activities
Reporting & Resolution
- Collate and analyse investigation data to determine root causes
- Develop and deliver resolution plans for identified issues
- Monitor progress through to completion
- Produce weekly reports for both internal stakeholders and the client
What you’ll need:
Skills & Experience
- Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (formulas, data manipulation, visualisation)
- Experience with data tools such as Power BI or Power Query (desirable)
- Understanding of water networks (desirable)
Personal Attributes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisation and time management
- Proactive problem-solver with a structured approach
- Health & Safety awareness
What you’ll get in return:
- Family-Friendly Leave – Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support, and up to 5 paid Carer’s Days.
- Financial & Life Assurance – Life Assurance cover (role dependent) and a Company Pension Scheme with salary sacrifice options.
- Health & Wellbeing – Employee Assistance Programme (8 counselling sessions) and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents.
- Lifestyle & Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme and My Premier Benefits discounts, cashback, and vouchers.
- Professional Development – Hands-on training and ongoing career development opportunities.
- Inclusion & Belonging – Active People Networks – Disability & Neurodiversity, Unity+, Women’s Network, Parent & Carer Networking Group and more.
- Performance & Recognition – Annual salary review, Reward & Recognition Scheme, and Long Service Awards.
- Flexibility & Opportunities – Overtime available and flexible shifts / hybrid working (role dependent).
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