Specialist Water Sector Recruitment

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SMEs and Supply Chain

From commercial to engineering roles, we’ve worked with SMEs and supply chain professionals since 2015.

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Tier Providers

As regulation and skills shortages continue to impact tier provider recruitment, an agile approach is the only way forward.

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Water Companies

Since 2015, we have specialised in recruiting commercial and engineering roles for water companies, meeting the specific needs of changing AMP cycles.

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Our work in the water industry.

Murray McIntosh has been resourcing the water industry for over a decade, supplying skilled professionals across frameworks, tier providers, suppliers, and sector bodies. We understand the recruitment challenges facing water companies and the industry overall, especially in the lead up to and during the latest AMP cycles. Crucially, we know how to overcome hiring barriers and deliver talent, often at short notice.

But we don't just solve immediate hiring needs. Our team is committed to long-term workforce sustainability. With ongoing skills shortages in the water industry, we partner with employers, government bodies, education providers, and trade associations to attract new talent. From encouraging younger generations into water careers to reshaping strategies that bring experts from other industries, we're driving change.

We take a data-driven approach to our strategic recruitment advice, utilising the latest in our unique industry research to inform employers across the industry of the upcoming skills trends, talent moves and salary expectations.

As trusted specialists and proud members of AquaFed, Future Water, and the Institute of Water, Murray McIntosh is your one-stop solution for water industry recruitment, today and for the future.

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What's it really like to work in water?

For the third year running, we're asking the water sector one question: what's it really like to work in water?

The Water Industry Labour Report is the most comprehensive workforce survey in the sector, and last years findings were included in the Independent Water Commission's final report.

The survey takes ten minutes, is completely anonymous and gives you a chance to win up to £100 in vouchers.

No data. No change. Every voice changes that.

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AMP Cycle 1

Deploying full teams and skilled professionals to tackle your site’s unique challenges.

AMP Cycle 2

Start replanning with the confidence that your site is compliant and standards are maintained

AMP Cycle 3 & 4

Achieve efficient delivery with our reliable, punctual and trusted blue-collar workers.

AMP Cycle 5

If needed, we can be deploy full teams to identify, solve and deliver on unexpected problems.

Full 5 Year AMP Cycle

Understand how we can deploy teams of skilled professionals to identify improvements, solve problems and deliver on time within budget.

Water Engineering by Murray, working with you to support each stage of the AMP cycle.

Understand how we can deploy full teams and skilled professionals to identify improvements, solve problems and deliver projects on time within budget.

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Live vacancies in the UK water engineering sector

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Permanent

NEC Project Manager

£80,000-£85,000 per annumLondon

NEC Project Manager | Reservoir Programme | Up to £85,000 + package. I'm supporting the recruitment of two NEC Project Managers to join a nationally significant reservoir programme, helping shape the future of water infrastructure in the UK. You'll lead the delivery of major capital projects, acting as the NEC4 Project Manager across complex infrastructure schemes. Ideal for candidates with NEC3/4 experience within water, utilities or major projects.

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Electrical Design Engineer

£400-£475 per DailyMaidstone

Electrical Design Engineer | Outside IR35 Contract | Up to £475 per day | Hybrid Working We're seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to support the delivery of clean water infrastructure projects across the South East. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you'll be responsible for developing technical electrical designs, reviewing detailed engineering solutions and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Clean water experience is essential.

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Civil Site Manager

£400-£450 per DailyWeston-Super-Mare

Civil Site Manager | Water Infrastructure | Weston-super-Mare | £450 per day (CIS) I'm currently working with a leading principal contractor delivering major water infrastructure projects across the South West who are looking to appoint an experienced Civil Site Manager on a long-term contract basis. Working across clean water and wastewater schemes as part of a major AMP programme, you'll take ownership of site delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely and efficiently.

Murray McIntosh

Permanent

Non Working Electrical Supervisor - Water

£55,000-£65,000 per annumReading

Non-Working Electrical Supervisor | Thames Water Region | Up to £65,000 + Full Package I'm working with a leading contractor delivering major water infrastructure projects across the Thames Water framework and we're looking to speak with experienced Electrical Supervisors who have previous Thames Water experience. This permanent position offers a salary of up to £65,000, a company vehicle or car allowance, a green car scheme, and the opportunity to play a key role in delivering MEICA projects ac

Murray McIntosh

Permanent

Mechanical / Electrical Project Engineer - Water

£60,000-£70,000 per annumReading

Mechanical Project Engineer / Electrical Project Engineer | Reading | Up to £70,000 + Full Benefits Package I'm working with a leading infrastructure contractor delivering major water and wastewater projects across the Thames Water region and we're looking to speak with experienced Mechanical and Electrical Project Engineers.

Murray McIntosh

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Senior Planner

£450-£500 per Daily

Senior Planner Contract - 12 months rolling Rate - £475 - £510 per day (inside IR35) Working arrangements - 4 days per week in office

Bradley Haworth

Helpful resources for the UK water sector

Case Study

Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) - Case Study

Mott MacDonald Bentley partnered with Murray McIntosh for specialist engineering recruitment across infrastructure, clean, waste and reservoir schemes.

Bradley Haworth

Aug 24, 2026

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RSE - Case Study

Learn how Murray McIntosh helped RSE secure five niche contract engineers across Design, Process and Commissioning, achieving a 100% offer acceptance rate.

Bradley Haworth

Aug 17, 2026

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Anglian Water @One Alliance - Case Study

Anglian Water’s @One Alliance partnered with Murray McIntosh to provide ongoing recruitment support across key commercial roles, ensuring continuity across live programmes within a complex alliance environment.

Bradley Haworth

Mar 31, 2026

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Policy, Public Affairs & Strategic Communications

Engaging deeply with the industries we serve, we build extensive networks and stay informed to help our clients find the best Policy, Public Affairs, Communications and Economics professionals.

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Recruiting engineers for UK organisations across defence, manufacturing, science and research, aviation, and other sectors, providing permanent and contract hires at all levels.

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