WaterShare+ Advisory Member

Bournemouth, England / Customer Service / Permanent part-time

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WaterShare+ Advisory Member

At South West Water we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations - with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate.
We’re proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.
And we have huge ambitions.
Not only are we committed to reaching net-zero by 2030, but we’ve also partnered with Wildlife Trusts, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.
So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, #JustAddWater.

We currently have a fantastic opportunity available for a part time Advisory Member to to join our Watershare+ team based in Bournemouth. You will join us on a part-time basis, approximately 1-2 days / month and in return, you will receive £5,000 per annum for your time and expertise.

About the role:

As the WaterShare + Deputy Chair for Bournemouth , you will be responsible for supporting the Chair in customer meetings, preparing and presenting materials for the Customer Challenges Group and the WaterShare+ Advisory Panel. This role involves conveying complex regulatory information, business performance data, and customer insights in a lea and accessible way to range of external stakeholders.

What you’ll be doing:

  • reviewing and challenging South West Water's performance against its business plan commitments and board pledges;
  •  increasing awareness of WaterShare+;
  •  further developing the engagement with customers to increase trust and greater involvement;
  •  insisting on receiving high-quality information sufficiently in advance of meetings;
  •  ensuring that you have sufficient time available to discharge your responsibilities effectively;
  •  upholding high standards of integrity and demonstrate the appropriate culture, values and behaviours in meetings and beyond;
  •  acting fairly and maintaining a balanced view, considering the views of customer, shareholders and where appropriate other stakeholders.
  • What we are looking for:

  • Experience of working in a regulated environment
  • Proven experience of project work and working to timescales and deadlines
  • Excellent Influencing skills, verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and influence
  • An excellent attention to detail with the ability to consistently deliver accurately and timely information
  • Full UK driving licence is required
  • You will need to attend four public meetings a year, attending the SWW customer AGM, regular engagement with other panel members and the Company (including up to four additional strategy meetings).
  • Closing Date: Sunday 13th October, 2024

    If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our WaterShare + Lead - we look forward to receiving your application.


    Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.
     
    Our core values which are essential to our success are:
     
    Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.
    Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.
    Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.

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