Resourcing Business Partner at Thames Water

Location: Flexible, with some time in our Reading office

Are you passionate about environmental protection and regulatory compliance? Join us as a Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist and help us lead the way in sustainability. You’ll ensure our environmental permits meet the latest standards, supporting efforts to reduce emissions to land, air, and water.

What you’ll do:

• Provide technical permitting expertise for air and waste activities, ensuring compliance with the Industrial Emissions Directive.
• Interpret and communicate environmental legislation and permit requirements.
• Respond to DEFRA and Environment Agency consultations and represent us at industry groups.
• Lead permit applications and variations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Identify and communicate risks related to permits and compliance.

What you’ll need:

• A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific or environmental field.
• Experience with environmental permitting, BAT, and EA guidance.
• Knowledge of anaerobic digestion, emissions management, and waste regulations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and analytical skills.
• Understanding of sewage treatment processes.
• Ability to interpret complex legislation and work well in a team.
• 26–30 days annual leave
• Health MOTs, physio, counselling, Cycle to Work scheme, and more

About Thames Water:

We’re the UK’s largest water company, serving over 16 million customers. We’re committed to a sustainable future—for our people, our communities, and the environment. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.