Continuous Improvement Analyst - #135730

Summary:

Do you have sound knowledge of Excel and data reporting?

Do you enjoy turning data into insight?

If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for.

Join our Strategic Planning and Performance team in this pivotal Continuous Improvement Analyst role and take ownership of providing accurate data and reporting that drives continuous improvement within our Operational teams. You are a self-starter who is adaptable, organised, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

The Strategic Planning and Performance team play a key role in overseeing projects and activities within our Operational teams to identify new opportunities to elevate efficiency. With over 400 colleagues looking after our expansive network of over 9,000 miles of pipework, the work is both challenging and rewarding as we collaborate to drive the business forward. You will produce performance data to inform decision making, track project progress, and develop insightful data dashboards.

Ideally, you have a methodical and flexible approach, and are confident using Microsoft Excel as a reporting tool. You're approachable and solution-oriented, and some knowledge of SAP Business Object or SAP Analytical would be beneficial. But don't worry, we'll provide training if needed!

We're a tight-knit, friendly, and dynamic team that is valued by the business for our actionable insights. This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your analytical and problem-solving skills to make a real impact and launch your career in data analysis.

You’ll grow a career with a meaningful purpose. Be you, belong and be valued.

• Come to work to be safe, valued, and trusted.
• We’ll encourage you to create and pursue new opportunities for personal growth.
• A place to be the real you, build deeper connections and enjoy a sense of belonging.
• Be invested in helping us to create a sustainable water supply for now, and in the future.
  
  

What will you be accountable for?

• Performance Monitoring - tracking and monitor the performance of all core operational activities, challenging current practices and highlighting key performance risks as appropriate. You will also run reports to track improvements and analyse data through Excel and Business Objects Reports.
• Collaborating - Liaising with operational staff to understand practices, identify inconsistencies, and then recommend and implement corrective measures. You’ll also assist the team with external audits and attend team meetings with senior management and peers.
• Report Writing - writing Business Objects Reports and Dashboards for Wholesale performance monitoring and creating new and enhance existing reports to enable Operations teams to meet deadlines and achieve Outcome Delivery Incentives.
• Improvements - improving the quality and effectiveness of operational activity and process through uniform standards across the regions. You’ll also provide specialist contract support for operational contracts and ensure that high standards of contractual compliance are maintained.
  
  

You'll need:

Skills / Qualifications / Experience

• Data analysis and report writing experience.
• Sound knowledge and experience using Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets as a reporting tool.
• Self-motivated and highly organised.
• Enjoy problem solving.
• Knowledge of Business Objects is desirable.
• An understanding of water network and production activities would be useful.
  
  

We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for.

We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That’s why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water.

Benefits package:

• Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.
• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.
• Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.
• Paid volunteering days.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Health cash plan.
• Life assurance.
• Wellbeing related benefits.
  
  

What can you expect from your recruitment?

• To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.
• It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.
• Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.
  
  

If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, apply now!

South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency.

Compensation package:

£28,000