Water Operational Leadership Graduate at Anglian Water

About The Role

Start date:September 2027

Location:Based within the AnglianWaterareaacrossthe East ofEngland.Please note your placementsmay vary across the region anddepartments,so flexibility is essential.

Help shape the future of water, theenvironmentand the communities we serve

Water is at the heart of what we do at Anglian Water and is essential for the communities we serve to thrive. Our work within really matters, to ourcustomers, to the environment and to our teams – all of us working to keep taps flowing.

The next 5 years are such an exciting time for the Water Industry, with an investmentplan worth over £11 billion,we'rebuilding for better —driving improvements right across our Source to Tap systems and making the region more resilient.As part of this we are looking for you to join Anglian Water's Graduate Programme and tackle some of the biggest environmental and infrastructure challenges facing the region. From climate resilience and major engineering projects to digital innovation and customer experience,you'lldevelop the skills, experience and support needed to become one of our future leaders or specialists.

Your career path

The water industry is changing rapidly, creating exciting opportunities for the next generation of talent. At Anglian Water,you'llwork onreal challengesthat matter, developingexpertiseacross your chosen profession while contributing to projects that support customers,communitiesand the environment.

You'lllearn from experienced colleagues, take on meaningfulresponsibilityand build the skills,knowledgeand confidence to shape your future career, while helping us shape the future of water.

To find out more from ourrecentgraduatespleasevisit ourAnglian Water careerspageGraduates - Anglian Water Careers

Professional Development & Memberships

We'recommitted to helping you build a career, not just gain a job. Through our two-year graduate programme,you'llexperience different placements, work onreal businesschallengesand learn from experienced colleagues across the organisation.You'llhave access to a wide range of development opportunities, support towards professional qualifications and funded membership of a relevant professional institution, helping you grow yourexpertiseand achieve professional accreditation whereappropriate.

Your programme

Our Graduate Programme withinCleanWater Services offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across the teams that keep water flowing to around 7 million customers every day. Through a series of structured placements,you'lldevelop a broad understanding of how operational excellence, innovation and long-term planning come together to deliver safe,reliableand sustainable clean water services.

Across our Source to Tap systemfrom water abstraction, treatment and treated water distribution networksto system optimisation, asset planning, droughtresilienceand major capital projects. Ifyou'repassionate about making a difference, solving complexchallengesand helping protect an essential resource for future generations, this programme is for you.

What you will bring

We are looking for people who are curious,ambitiousand ready to learn. Individuals who enjoy solving problems, workingcollaborativelyand bringing different perspectives to the challenges we face. Most importantly,we'relooking for graduates who want to help shape the future of water while developing a successful and rewarding career of their own.We welcome applicants who are excited abouttechnology productsand passionate about the water industry.

For this role,you’llneed to have obtained in the last 3 years or be studying towards a minimum 2:2 in any degree discipline and have graduated by September 2027 for the 2027 intake.

Benefits

Alongside a competitive salary,you'llreceive a comprehensive health and wellbeing package, private healthcare, 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, and a double-matched pension scheme with up to 21% total contribution. We also offer an excellent family leave package, including enhanced maternity,paternityand shared parental leave, helping you balance your career with the moments that matter most.

Closing Date: 27th September 2026

Site Tour:You may be invited to a local site tour or meet the team session as part of the recruitment process. This is an opportunity to visit your potential workplace, meet the team, and learn more about the role and working environment.

AssessmentCentres:Successful candidates will be invited to attend a face-to-face assessmentcentreat one of our locations across the Anglian Water region.