> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1574494-system-optimisation-analyst](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1574494-system-optimisation-analyst). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Optimisation Analyst - **Company:** Thames Water Utilities Limited - **Location:** Calcot, UK (Remote available) - **Salary:** £34,820.0 - £41,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Operational Data Store, Computer Network Operations, Active Optical Networks - **Published:** July 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.thameswater.co.uk/VacancyInformation.aspx?VId=45548 ## About the Role + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret operational data. + Awareness of hydraulic principles or experience using mapping or Geographic Information System (GIS) software. + Excellent communication skills and confidence working with a range of internal stakeholders. + A proactive, collaborative approach and a willingness to learn. + Knowledge of the water industry or other operational utility environments would be beneficial ## Description Are you looking for a role where your work has a real impact every day? As a System Optimisation Analyst, you'll play a key role in helping us deliver a reliable water supply to more than 16 million customers. Working within our System Optimisation Team, you'll help manage and protect our clean water network, supporting operational performance, improving customer service and ensuring we continue to meet our regulatory commitments. Every day brings a new challenge, whether you're analysing network performance, supporting engineering projects or responding to operational incidents. This is an up to 12-month secondment/fixed-term contract with the possibility of becoming permanent. What you'll be doing as a System Optimisation Analyst As a System Optimisation Analyst, you'll support the System Optimisation Engineers in managing the operation of our clean water network while working closely with colleagues across Production, Leakage and Network teams to deliver the best possible service for our customers. + Monitor, investigate and help resolve pressure issues, customer complaints and operational escalations. + Analyse operational data and identify trends to support network performance and decision-making. + Support engineering and customer-led projects across the clean water network. + Assist with managing unplanned operational events to minimise disruption for customers. + Help complete operational risk assessments and support safe delivery of network activities. + Build knowledge of water network operations, leakage management, commissioning and water quality while developing your technical expertise. Base location: Kemble Court, Reading. This is a hybrid role, with 2 days working remotely and 3 days based in the office or on site with the Network team. Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm. The team normally works together in the office on Thursdays, with the other two office days being more flexible. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Dos and don'ts with react hooks. An opinionated approach](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/957-dos-and-don-ts-with-react-hooks-an-opinionated-approach) - [The Gashlycrumb Tinies of AI Networking You Must Know (or Languish!)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2067-the-gashlycrumb-tinies-of-ai-networking-you-must-know-or-languish) - [How to Build for Decentralized Systems](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/931-how-to-build-for-decentralized-systems) - [Bitcoin- Ledger vs Blockchain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/23-bitcoin-ledger-vs-blockchain) - [Migrating half a million users to a new payment service provider](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/730-migrating-half-a-million-users-to-a-new-payment-service-provider) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london)