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United Utilities Catchment Controller
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United Utilities Catchment Controller

Thirlmere
Lake Water_Megan Bartlett

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Closes 28 September 2026 Permanent, Full Time

Overview

To operate, monitor and maintain all catchment assets within the North area catchment team. This includes impounding reservoirs, boreholes, river intakes, aqueducts, land, built and natural heritage and any associated infrastructure to ensure internal, external and statutory, regulatory and mandatory drivers for reservoir safety, water quality, catchment activities, public access and operational efficiency as well as health and safety are achieved.

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Person Specification

At a glance

  • Water Engineering or impounding reservoir O&M experience desirable
  • Practical experience in Countryside or Environmental Management
  • Wider business experience
  • Good working knowledge of water and land management
  • Technical understanding of reservoir design and safety
  • Technical understanding of hydraulics and civil engineering
  • Understanding of the Drinking Water Safety Plan approach to water quality risk management
  • Working knowledge of visitor and countryside access management and related legislation
  • Knowledge of wildlife legislation on species and habitats
  • Good range of practical countryside management skills
  • Able to drive and hold a valid driving license
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