Full-Time
Operational Specialist Team Leader - Security Operations and Planning
Security Team
Scottish Water
1,001-5,000 employees
Scotland's public water and sewerage utility
Compensation Overview
£45.7k - £56.7k/yr
Scotland, UK
Hybrid
Preferred base is Dundee; other Scottish locations may be considered. Travel to Dundee for training and team working is required, and your home address must be in Scotland or you must relocate within three months.
UK Top Secret Clearance Required
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- Previous experience developing knowledge of legislation and guidance relevant to the Scottish water sector, including data protection, information security, personnel security, insider threat, and government security requirements.
- Strong analytical and investigative skills, including the ability to assess incidents, identify vulnerabilities, and develop clear, practical, and cost-effective recommendations.
- Stakeholder management skills with the ability to build credible relationships at all levels and collaborate effectively.
- Knowledge of protective security standards, including British and European standards and United Kingdom Government security guidelines.
- Understanding of Crime Prevention through Environmental Design and experience assessing risks related to crime and terrorism.
- Knowledge of intruder detection systems, perimeter intrusion detection, closed-circuit television, and access control systems, together with understanding of relevant British and European standards, codes of practice, and regulatory requirements.
- Hold, or be able to obtain and maintain, United Kingdom Government Security Check clearance.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and associated information technology systems.
- A valid United Kingdom driving licence is required for travel on Scottish Water business and claiming business mileage expenses.
- Provide expertise in all aspects of security, focusing on security policy and strategy, security awareness training and advice, investigation of significant security incidents, and representation of Scottish Water at meetings with Police Scotland and other external agencies.
- Prepare and update security policies, procedures, and plans, including the Scottish Water Security Manual, closed-circuit television, security incident management, and alarm response materials.
- Create and deliver training materials and plan, deliver, and evaluate appropriate exercising.
- Manage the security incident reporting system, analyse trends, investigate security incidents, provide regular business-wide updates, and produce reports and recommendations for improvements to security systems and procedures.
- Provide strategic guidance as a lead subject-matter expert, lead the response to emerging national security risks, and help protect Scottish Water’s people, assets, and critical infrastructure.
- Provide advice and support on security topics and ensure compliance with Security and Emergency Measures Direction requirements and Scottish Government directions.
- Support, coach, and advise Protective Security Specialists in all aspects of their role.
- Monitor security-related legislation issued by the United Kingdom and Scottish Governments, identify what is relevant to Scottish Water, assess its impact, and develop a response including briefings for senior management.
- Specialist security training through organisations such as the National Protective Security Authority or United Kingdom police services.
- Ability to learn intruder detection systems, perimeter intrusion detection, closed-circuit television, access control systems, and relevant standards, codes of practice, and regulatory requirements.
Scottish Water provides Scotland’s water and sewerage services and is owned by the Scottish Government. It serves about 2.46 million households and 150,000 business customers, and operates in three areas: the core regulated service for drinking water and wastewater, a licensed retail arm called Business Stream, and a non-regulated arm called Scottish Water Horizons. The core service delivers drinking water and treats wastewater, funded by charges in council tax; Business Stream sells water to businesses; Horizons develops non-regulated services and infrastructure. Its goal is to reliably supply water and treat wastewater, invest in infrastructure, meet environmental and drinking-water standards, and maintain public accountability through governance and regulation.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Stepps, United Kingdom
Founded
2002
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Linwood's 0.97GWh solar-battery site cuts operating costs and grid dependence from August 2026.
- Generation H2O reached 100,000 pupils; the program strengthens public legitimacy and recruitment.
- Scottish Water monitors 1,484 overflows and targets 2,000 before bathing season, improving compliance.
What critics are saying
- WICS set 2026-27 bills up 8.67%; affordability backlash intensifies before 2027 pricing.
- Edinburgh and Nairn sewer works show prolonged disruption; local opposition erodes trust.
- A major cyberattack on BT-managed OT networks could halt water services and trigger ministerial intervention.
What makes Scottish Water unique
- Scotland's statutory water monopoly gives Scottish Water universal coverage and pricing power.
- Its 2026-2033 £13.4 billion plan underpins long-cycle infrastructure and resilience spending.
- BT and Accenture contracts starting 1 September 2026 centralize digital, network, and security operations.
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↑ 0%Nairn community fears traffic "chaos" as Scottish Water works set to take eight months. Published: 06:00, 01 September 2026 Community leaders have accused Scottish Water of "misleading" the town over a £3 million project that threatens to plunge Nairn into gridlock. Scottish Water is set to install a new screened storm overflow chamber at Lochloy Road, with the works set to take up to eight months. The company will start setting up a site compound next to the Nairn Show Field from Monday, September 14, with works to begin in Lochloy Road from Monday, October 5 with work within the Scotmid car park expected to begin from Wednesday, November 5. The work on Lochloy Road is adjacent to the A96, Nairn's main throughroad, which already sees lots of traffic. Several members of the community worry the work will lead the town into chaos. Loreine Thompson, Nairn River Community Council member, who has been doing a mammoth amount of research on the project, said: "Inverness Company don't have a traffic management plan. Inverness Company don't have a plan of the works. Inverness Company don't have a schedule of the works. Inverness Company don't even know what their operating hours are going to be. "Inverness Company is now going to have heavy goods vehicles coming down that road, against flow of heavy goods vehicles going up the road. Once they meet each other, it's chaos. And it all backs back down onto the A96. "What happens when an ambulance, fire engine or police car needs to get past? It could be a disaster. "The alternative roads are not suitable for use." Alastair Noble, chairman of Nairn Improvement Community Enterprise (NICE), said: "Inverness Company can't cope with traffic congestion. Inverness Company can't cope anyway. "Anything that makes it worse is beyond any sense of all comprehension." A small number of residents within the works area were sent letters about the works, which informed them that it will "manage heavy rainfall and protect the community from flooding". However, the work is actually to mainly work on sewage reduction - but the local group, including Loreine, state that it will only help control a very small proportion of sewage waste. She said: "Inverness Company has gone from 'this is about the combined sewage overflow', to 'it's to help with flooding'. It's nothing to do with flooding, it's to do with sewage. Top stories. "The sewage it will impact is only a small amount due to where it is. "Inverness Company is spending £3 million to allow them to put sewage into the river, because 35 per cent of it is still going to go into the river. "It catches wet wipes and these things, but what about E coli? It doesn't stop that." Hamish Bain, chair of Nairn River Community Council, said: "Every single person is going to be disrupted by this, when the work could be done elsewhere with more effectiveness for the issue. "It is going to impact businesses, people going to work and children going to school." A Scottish Water spokesperson said: "Traffic management will be required on Lochloy Road for approximately two months while the new sewer infrastructure is installed. "The project team is currently working to finalise the traffic management arrangements, which are expected to include temporary traffic lights at the junction to help with the flow of traffic. This is subject to third-party confirmation. "These would be manned seven days a week between 7am and 7pm to monitor traffic flows and make adjustments where required. "The arrangements will be managed in consultation with the relevant authorities to minimise disruption as far as possible. More Stories
Scottish water and science centres partner for third year of water cycle workshops. Published. 1st September 2026 Scottish Water, in partnership with Aberdeen Science Centre, Glasgow Science Centre, Dundee Science Centre, Dynamic Earth and the Science Skills Academy, has launched the third year of its Water Cycle Workshop, designed to encourage children across Scotland to become responsible water citizens. The Water Cycle Workshop was first developed in 2024 in collaboration with Aberdeen Science Centre, before being significantly expanded for its second iteration in 2025, which brought in further STEM education partners to widen its reach and impact. Part of the publicly owned water company's Generation H2O education programme, the workshops are also a positive legacy of its Annual Consultation Meetings (ACM). Now in its third year, Scottish Water wants to bring the fun and educational workshop to more children than ever before, aiming to reach over 2,600 children across the next 10 months, bringing the total of young people engaged to 5,020. The initiative has been designed with the purpose of guiding young people to become more responsible with their use of water, recognising the importance of conserving and protecting such a precious natural resource, whilst teaching vital STEM skills. The Water Cycle Workshop will allow children in P5 to P7 classes across the country to dive into the fascinating world of water, exploring the different stages of the water cycle. Children will also learn about the process involved in getting safe drinking water into Scottish homes by creating their own water filters to treat dirty water. Aberdeen Science Centre has been pivotal in leading and managing the continued expansion of the Water Cycle project and is responsible for training project partners in the delivery, evaluation and follow-up of the Water Cycle Workshop. As part of the Scotland-wide collaboration, 50% of all engagements will be for children living in the top 20% most deprived areas in the country, living in remote small towns or rural areas or from underrepresented groups. Aberdeen Science Centre will engage 500 children through local school visits and outreach sessions, and Glasgow Science Centre will welcome a further 600 children on site. In Dundee, 600 local children will take part, starting with an outreach before a follow-up trip to the centre itself, while at Dynamic Earth, 500 children will combine the workshop with a wider day of activities during an in-reach visit. The Science Skills Academy will also deliver the workshop to 400 school pupils throughout the Highlands and Islands. Alex Plant, Chief Executive of Scottish Water, said: "Renewing its partnership with Scotland's science centres is a powerful way to inspire the next generation to value water and understand the role they can play as responsible water citizens. "Through hands-on STEM learning, the Water Cycle Workshop helps young people build curiosity, confidence and skills linked to water, sustainability and future careers. It also brings our Social Value strategy to life - using partnership to create lasting benefits for people, places and the planet across Scotland." More than 2,400 school pupils across Scotland were engaged with the Water Cycle Workshop during its 2025/26 delivery, and 82% said they learned something new through the sessions, while more than three quarters said it increased their knowledge of ways to save water. Steph McCann, head of fundraising at Aberdeen Science Centre, said: "We are proud to continue our collaboration with Scottish Water and the other partners across Scotland for the third year of the fantastic Water Cycle Workshop programme. Water is one of our most valuable resources and it is vital that children and young people know the importance of conservation. We hope that through these sessions we can reach more children throughout the country than ever before and make a lasting impact on our use and consumption of water." Dr Stephen Breslin, chief executive officer at Glasgow Science Centre, said: "The success of the Water Cycle workshops has demonstrated the power of collaboration in bringing science to life for young people across Scotland. Through its partnership with Scottish Water and the Generation H[2]O programme, Dundee has helped pupils gain a deeper understanding of the science of water and water conservation - and the essential role it plays in its everyday lives. "We are delighted to continue this partnership and to work with other science and discovery centres across Scotland to inspire the next generation to engage with science, sustainability and the environmental challenges that will shape our future." Conor Ellis, Dynamic Earth's science learning and engagement director, said: "Partnering with Scottish Water and our fellow Science Centres creates opportunities for young people across the whole of Scotland to access impactful learning around water citizenship; a vital opportunity to support a sustainable future for a planet under pressure. At Dynamic Earth we're committed to empowering young people to understand how their actions can have positive impacts locally and globally, and we're delighted to be sharing this important message with learners through Scottish Water's Generation H2O programme." Jennifer Banks, senior STEM engagement officer with the Science Skills Academy, said: "The Water Cycle Workshop continues to be a huge hit with pupils and teachers across the Highlands and Islands. Through hands-on activities, young people gain a better understanding of the value of water and the work involved in keeping this vital resource clean, safe and sustainable. Last year, we engaged 470 pupils through outreach sessions in Orkney and the Caithness Science Festival, and we're excited to bring the programme to more communities in the year ahead." To date, Scottish Water's Generation H2O free education programme has reached more than 100,000 pupils across Scotland, helping young people understand water, sustainability and the role they can play in water conservation. The Water Cycle Workshop content is aligned with related Scottish Curriculum for Excellence experiences and outcomes and include information on careers in the water industry. Dundee Science Centre is a charity and lifelong learning resource dedicated to inspiring curiosity, confidence, and connection through science.
Edinburgh local trades corporate career to take unique supperclub full time. Article Source: Gringo Supperclub Last Updated: 1 September 2026 12:28 Located in the heart of Edinburgh's West End, Gringo Supperclub began as a side project launched by Kevin and his wife, Paulina. Driven by a simple idea to cook for strangers in their home, the couple initially wondered if anyone would even turn up. Today, the supperclub has grown into a must visit culinary experience where guests arrive as strangers and leave as friends, whilst enjoying exceptional food. To prepare for his full-time transition and sharpen his skills, Kevin has just returned from an intensive two-month trip across Mexico and Peru. During his time in Latin America, he honed his craft by learning and working in several acclaimed restaurants alongside world-class chefs, including Chef Ruffo Ibarra at Oryx in Tijuana, Mexico, and Chef Sebastian Vega at Piedra in Lima, Peru. The core concept of Gringo Supperclub remains the same, bringing strangers together in a warm, welcoming home environment to connect, share stories, and enjoy an exciting 8-course tasting menu. Inspired by the bold, diverse flavours of Latin America, the menu changes every two months to showcase new specialties and seasonal ingredients. The latest menu is designed to showcase the excellence of Scottish seafood, but prepared in the Mexican and Peruvian styles Kevin learnt on his travels. Owner and Chef, Kevin McPadden, said: "What started as a weekend side project has completely taken over my life, and I couldn't be more delighted to take Gringo Supperclub full-time. There is something really magical about opening your front door to complete strangers and watching them bond over an eight-course tasting menu. We've seen guests swapping numbers and making future plans by the end of the night. The success so far has given me the confidence and chance to follow my dream, travel to perfect my skills, and make bringing people together my full-time job." In addition to the signature 8-course dinner experience, Gringo Supperclub has expanded its offerings for those looking to get hands-on in the kitchen. Kevin now hosts specialised Taco Cooking Classes, as well as a dedicated Veggie Taco Cooking Class, teaching guests the techniques and flavour profiles he perfected during his travels of Latin America. Whether you are a food enthusiast looking to master the art of the perfect taco, or an adventurous diner seeking a unique night out, Gringo Supperclub offers an unforgettable dining experience in the heart of the Scottish capital. To find out more, book the dinner experience, or reserve a spot in an upcoming cooking class, visit: https://gringosupperclub.com Got a story to share? Send Edinburgh International an email at hello[@]whatsonnetwork.co.uk Latest Edinburgh news. The annual Loch Lomond Food and Drink Festival, held at Loch Lomond Shores on the 5th and 6th September, is back - bringing fun for foodies again this year! Cineworld is celebrating National Cinema Weekend on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September, giving film fans the chance to experience the biggest movies on the biggest screens for just £4. After building a career in the corporate world, Kevin McPadden has stepped away from his job to pursue his passion for food, taking his Latin American dining experience, Gringo Supperclub, full-time. Fans of Marvel's highest-grossing film can relive the action next month at Vue - with tickets on sale from midnight on Tuesday 1st September. Scottish Water, in partnership with Aberdeen, Glasgow and Dundee Science Centres, Dynamic Earth and the Science Skills Academy, has launched the third year of its Water Cycle Workshop. A major new global poll unveiled at the 2026 Edinburgh International Festival found that 68% of people worldwide say culture gives them hope. Gilded Balloon celebrates a triumphant return to Teviot Row House, record-breaking shows, award success and a new generation of Fringe talent as it looks ahead to 2027! Edinburgh International Book Festival has concluded a record-breaking year that reaffirmed its position as one of the world's leading spaces for public conversation. Over twenty-five days, the most celebrated cultural event in the world welcomed some 4,232 shows from 77 countries who undertook 61,277 performances across 306 venues. Golden Wonder is bringing its World of Wonder experience back to Scotland, giving crisp lovers in Glasgow and Edinburgh a unique opportunity to create a flavour that's completely their own! Nominees for this year's Scots Language Awards have been revealed, with an 'affa fine' list of worthy shortlisted individuals and organisations. One Spa, part of Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa in the heart of Edinburgh, has just completed a five-month, £700,000 investment programme reshaping the guest experience, with more still to come. The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh has four exciting productions to help Edinburgh audiences avoid the post-festival blues and continue their theatre-spree. Gilded Balloon is delighted to announce Verona Verbakel as the winner of the 2026 Filipa Bragança Award for her outstanding solo performance in Only Fans for Therapy at Zoo Playground. Aldi Scotland has invested £6,250 into four local sports clubs in Glasgow through its annual Scottish Sport Fund, with Clan Academy being the latest recipient of a generous £3,000 donation. Locals will mark 100 years of Newtongrange Welfare Park with an afternoon of family-friendly entertainment. One of Edinburgh's leading craft breweries has been named as the official local craft beer partner for a 'hidden gem' bar in the heart of the Old Town. A new late-night venue, Slàinte Mhath, has opened its doors in the last week of July in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, bringing 'Ceol, Craic and Chaos' to the Cowgate! Seven extraordinary solo acts nominated for prestigious accolade honouring exceptional female and non-binary theatre talent across the Fringe. Nishiki and Norah are joining forces for a one off breakfast pop up at Norah in Newhaven on Monday 31st August, bringing together two of Edinburgh's much loved independent food spots. Duran Duran legend, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and lifelong Bowie fan Simon Le Bon confirmed for landmark charity weekend! Point A Hotels has officially opened the doors to its newest Edinburgh hotel on St Andrew Square, offering travellers a smart, comfortable and affordable base in the heart of the Scottish capital. The National Lottery Heritage Fund has announced over £1.8 million new funding for a natural heritage initiative supporting and restoring habitats in some of the most disadvantaged areas. Baby pygmy hippo Piper has taken her first swim at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland's (RZSS) Edinburgh Zoo! Scottish big-wave surfer Ben Larg and British big-wave pioneer Andrew "Cotty" Cotton enjoyed some very different waves on Saturday at Red Bull Sessions at Lost Shore Surf Resort. Vault City Brewing has put a boozy twist on four iconic desserts, creating a new series of sour beers inspired by Japanese mochi, New York cheesecake, Thai sago pudding and Scottish cranachan. The Qatari Police Band stepped into one of the capital's most remarkable landmarks as they visited the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh's newly restored Palm Houses. As Festival season lights up Edinburgh, Canopy Kitchen & Courtyard is the perfect place to fuel up before a day of Fringe shows or a leisurely escape from the crowds. Award-winning actor lends his voice to Scotland's iconic sound and light spectacular. A new cocktail bar is set to shake up Edinburgh's West End when it opens its doors to the public on Tuesday 15th September.
Solar-powered remote monitoring for Scottish Water reservoir. Pointer, the security and fire systems integrator, has completed a remote monitoring solution for Scottish Water that lets operators check reservoir water levels from a laptop, tablet or phone. Installed at a site in the Scottish Borders, the system cuts the need for regular in-person visits, including out-of-hours callouts. Reservoirs are often remote and hard to reach, yet still require close monitoring. Previously, operators travelled to the site several times a week to read the gauge and judge whether valves needed adjusting, costing time and money, and putting staff at risk during poor weather or unsociable hours. Scottish Water asked Pointer to make the gauge viewable remotely, but the brief came with three constraints: the gauge sits behind a fence in an area accessible to the public, so any camera had to meet data protection requirements; there was no power supply on site; and a solution was needed that avoided drilling into the bridge structure. A Privacy Impact Assessment ruled out an operator-controlled PTZ camera on a nearby pole, since its wider field of view risked causing concern among nearby residents. Instead, Pointer mounted a fixed-position camera close to the gauge itself, beneath the bridge, limiting its view to only the equipment it needed to monitor. With no mains power available, Pointer worked with the camera manufacturer to model power consumption and runtime across the year, including darker winter months, before specifying dual solar panels, extended battery capacity and a 30-degree south-facing angle for optimal charging. The camera does not run continuously: operators activate it remotely to check the gauge, then disable it again via the cloud interface, stretching battery life and limiting data capture in support of GDPR compliance. To avoid drilling into the bridge, Pointer's engineers worked with trusted partners to design a custom uni-strut bracket that clamps into place and can be removed without affecting the structure. The camera also sits on a pivoting swan-neck mount, so engineers can retract it for maintenance without working over the water. Pointer completed the project with on-site signal testing, a SIM-based connection to transmit footage securely, and full system integration, account setup and operator training. Graeme Davidson, Protective Security Specialist, Resilience & Security at Scottish Water, said: "Pointer was given a challenging brief to come up with a workable, innovative solution that was cost-effective and would provide tangible resource and time savings to the business, with additional improved employee safety. The implemented solution will provide this and will be rolled out to other suitable sites." Following its success at the Borders site, the solution is expected to roll out to further Scottish Water locations. Pointer says the same approach (solar power, privacy-led design and non-invasive mounting) transfers readily to other operators managing remote or hard-to-access assets.
Solar battery storage scheme delivered at Linwood wastewater pumping station. 19 August 2026 SCOTTISH Water has completed a solar power and battery storage project at Linwood Wastewater Pumping Station in Renfrewshire. The scheme has seen nearly 2,000 ground-mounted solar panels installed at the site alongside 12 battery racks, helping to capture and store renewable power for use when needed most. The solar panels are expected to generate up to 0.97GWh of green electricity each year, with around 53% of the energy generated used directly on site. The rest of the energy generated will be exported to the national grid for use. The project, which is the third battery storage scheme to be installed on a Scottish Water site, has been led by the publicly owned utility's commercial subsidiary Scottish Water Horizons and delivered by renewables specialist OCS. New hedgerows and wildlife habitat features are also planned as part of biodiversity enhancements. Scottish Water Horizons project manager Alan Mearns said, "This project demonstrates how we are using innovative technologies, including battery storage, to get the most from renewable energy generated on site. By capturing and storing energy to use at strategic times, we can improve resilience, significantly reduce operational costs and carbon emissions from this site and make our operations more efficient." Scottish Water operations team leader Jim Reid added, "Pumping stations operate around the clock to deliver essential services for local communities, so energy use is significant. The ability to store energy on site means we can use the renewable power generated in the most effective way and reduce our dependence on the grid, while continuing to provide a reliable service for customers." The project team has worked with a local school to help improve outdoor learning and sensory garden areas, installing new planters with sensory-friendly vegetation and creating a more engaging outdoor environment to support learning, wellbeing and connection with nature. Ian Mailer, OCS divisional manager - support services, said, "This was a first-of-its-kind system for Scottish Enterprise, and it let Scottish Enterprise make the most of the site. The way Scottish Enterprise connected the solar panels and batteries meant Scottish Enterprise could fit in far more solar capacity than would normally be possible within the limits of the grid connection. "Our teams delivered the installation through one of the toughest Scottish winters on record, staying on budget throughout. Alongside the build, we've valued the chance to support the local community, including working with the local school, and it's been a genuinely collaborative project with Scottish Water Horizons from start to finish."