British Water's Technical Officer– Technical Forum, Middle East And Asia

Technical Officer-  Technical Forum, Middle East And Asia

Email your cover letter and CV to dane.beauchamp@britishwater.co.uk, by Friday 24 October 2025

**Kindly note that, along with your CV, you should include a cover letter outlining your interest in this opportunity, how your skills and experience make you a strong fit, and what excites you about contributing to British Water’s Technical and International Forums**

Interview Dates – Online from 1400-1600 on Thursday, 30 October 2025, and Friday, 31 October 2025.

About British Water:

We are the leading UK membership body representing the interests of businesses working in the supply chain of water and wastewater, together with wider stakeholders across the sector. We leverage global resources, support services, and networks for the benefit of our members - ensuring companies and organisations have their voices heard.
Services are delivered through UK, International, and Technical forums, which connect members to contacts to raise their profile, grow their business and promote best practice. Our Water Industry Forum provides challenge-led, independent thought leadership, to tackle the challenges facing the sector.

Main Purpose of the Job:

To work collaboratively with British Water’s Head of Forums, Technical Officer – UK Forum, Europe and Africa, Consultants, members, and key partners to deliver the activities and events of the Technical and International Forums.

Reporting to: The Head of Forums

Responsible for:

•  Running 5 Technical Forum focus groups - Innovation, Data & Analytics, Sustainable Water Management, Micropollutants, and Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Leading the organisation of the main Technical Forum Meeting.
•  Establishing and building relationships with existing and new key stakeholders to identify opportunities to raise the profile of members and British Water, and develop engagement plans.
•  Assist in the organization and delivery of the Annual British Water International Reception
• Assist in the tracking of public consultations, legislation, and policy updates related to Technical and International opportunities.
• Assist in the delivery of other British Water meetings as and when required
• Sit on BSI and other technical and/or standards committees representing British Water
• Strengthen and increase the delivery of Technical and International engagement opportunities for British Water members.
• Respond to enquiries (email and phone calls).
• Help to identify opportunities for cross-sector and cross-forum collaboration
•  Supporting the development of British Water services
• Responsible for helping to track public consultations, legislation, and policy updates related to Technical and International opportunities.
• Develop British Water’s forum services.
  

Main Tasks of Job:

1. Responsible for organising the delivery of Technical and International Forum services, including the KIT Briefs, incorporating global best practice and expertise.

2. Coordinating and supporting programme initiatives and partnerships: event partnerships, blogs, etc., which help share best practice, foster collaboration, and support our members' business development plans

3. Assist with the organisation of Technical and International Forum conferences.

4. Respond to enquiries and ensure the focus remains on British Water’s priority areas

5. Assist in the maintenance of the forum database

6. Follow up and document activities in which British Water is engaged: e.g., the memorandums of understanding and contra-deals

7. Helping to represent the UK at International trade shows

8. Support UK, Technical and International initiatives, events, and meetings, including:

• Arranging meetings, registration, and distribution of agendas/papers, etc
• Following up with attendees and implementing actions as required after meetings

9. Carry out administrative duties when required.

10. Coordinate activities with other British Water colleagues

11. Assist in the communication (social media, email, press release, etc.) of the work of the Technical and International Forums in collaboration with British Water’s marketing team

The above job description outlines the main duties and responsibilities for this position. However, as British Water continues to evolve, staff members are expected to show flexibility and adaptability in their approach to work. This may include taking on additional tasks or responsibilities that fall outside their usual remit as new opportunities and priorities arise. Where such duties become a regular part of an employee’s role, the job description will be reviewed and updated in consultation with the employee and their line manager. This evolving environment also presents opportunities for individuals to assume greater responsibility and play an active role in shaping the future direction of British Water’s forum activities.

Required Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Skills & Knowledge

• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, both verbally and in writing in English.
• Professional knowledge of and interest in the water, wastewater and environment sector.
• Highly organised and methodical, with strong project management and time management  skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure, multitask, and demonstrate flexibility.
• Skilled or able to demonstrate the ability to build stakeholder engagement and build relationships, with an understanding of or interest in multi-cultural economies and international markets.

About you

• Aligned with British Water’s values - Collaborative, Authentic, Trusted and Approachable
• Self-starter, action-oriented, and results-driven.
• Committed to professionalism and delivering high-quality work.
• Proficient in building and maintaining good working relationships and fostering collaboration.
• Effective in or able to build influencing and negotiating skills, contributing to successful programmes and partnerships.

Qualifications & Experience

• A degree in a relevant area (e.g., water/environment/civil engineering) and/or a minimum of three years water and wastewater sector experience. A master’s degree is desirable.
• Adept in the use of MS Office, particularly Excel and Word
• Ability to work across various digital and communications platforms (Teams, ZOOM)
• Language: English (Fully Professional). A second language is desirable.
  

Candidates must be:

• Eligible to work in the UK
• Able to work from home full-time
• Able to travel to UK-based meetings and events overseas as and when necessary