Why Join

Membership offers UK water professionals – regardless of qualifications, experience, discipline or department – opportunities to broaden their knowledge, widen their network and develop within the sector.

Become a member

Become an IWater member, and join our network of likeminded professionals working in and around the UK water sector.

What IWater members value about their membership:

  • Broadening sector knowledge
  • Engaging with sector peers and leaders
  • Building recognised professional excellence
  • Range of learning and social activities and groups
  • IWater publications full of industry features and learning

What our members say:

 

“I believe that there is no other organisation that solely supports the careers of people within the water industry, whatever their role. From my own experience, the Institute of Water has provided me with the framework to not only advance my own career but also invest in my teams, helping them succeed in theirs.”

 

Kara Sadler CSci, Head of Water Quality, South Staffs and Cambridge Water

“Becoming a member of the Institute of Water has been a great experience for me. Anyone in the industry, from any level of experience, will have the same opportunity to develop and enhance their knowledge and improve their professional aspirations. “

 

 

Alex Akintomide EngTech TMIWater, Training and Development Manager, Anglian Water

“Being a member of the Institute of Water has allowed me to accelerate my personal development through the range of events and resources offered and has introduced me to a large number of friendly, like-minded individuals across the industry. Joining has allowed me to have experiences early in my career that I wouldn’t have had the opportunity to have otherwise.”

 

Elena Downes, Innovation Project Manager Water, United Utilities

“My decade-long membership with the Institute of Water has been highly rewarding, providing me with networking opportunities, excellent events, and continual professional development. These benefits have kept me informed, facilitated industry connections, and helped me advance my career in the water sector.”

 

Justin Doran, Data Operations Manager, Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water

“IWater has given me learning and development opportunities I wouldn’t otherwise have had. But most of all it has given me friends, fun, and a sense of belonging. Don’t just join – get involved”

 

 

Kathy Irvine FIWater, Change Lead, Scottish Water

“Among the many benefits the Institute of Water offers its members is the opportunity to supercharge your career development through knowledge acquisition and sharing, while simultaneously expanding your network of like-minded water professionals.”

 

 

Mike Cape, Operations Director (Anglian), Clancy

“Getting involved with your local Institute of Water area opens up some brilliant development and social opportunities. It connects people across our industry, sharing best practice, innovation and networking, ultimately improving outcomes across the sector.”

 

Kit Wilson, Director of Operational Services, Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water

We offer memberships to fit any stage in your career;
find the one that’s right for you below.

 

Student  

 

This membership grade is open to anyone with an interest in the UK water sector who is pursuing a relevant vocational or academic qualification. 

 

To apply please complete the Online Application Form and upload evidence of your studies, outlining the course you are taking and how long this will last. 

Associate  

 

This membership grade is open to anyone with an interest in the UK water sector. 

 

To apply simply complete the Online Application Form. 

Technician  

 

This membership grade is awarded to members who have attained or are pursuing Engineering, Environmental or Science Technician. 

 

To apply, simply complete the Online Application Form and upload proof of your technician qualification or intent to pursue a technician qualification. 

 

At this membership grade, you can benefit from second membership with Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) at a competitive rate. 

Corporate (MIWater)  

 

This membership grade is available as an upgrade level or for new members. It is awarded on the basis of competence and commitment demonstrated through length of service in the UK water sector.(at least 5 years).  

 

Find out more about this grade and how to apply here 

 

At this membership grade, you can benefit from second membership with Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) at a competitive rate.

Fellow (FIWater) a year 

 

Fellow Membership is awarded to people who have served well in an eminent position in the Institute of Water or who have attained an exceptional level of proficiency in their field.

 

Find out more about this grade and how to apply here

 

At this membership grade, you can benefit from second membership with Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) at a competitive rate.

Honorary Membership 

 

This membership grade is reserved for members who have given exceptional service to the Institute of Water and/or the water sector. Honorary Membership is only available through nomination. 

Retired Life Membership 

 

This membership grade benefits from a one-off fee, which equals to 10 x the annual Retired Member rate (£50), and payable on retirement. Once paid, there are no further annual membership renewals to make. 

 

If you think you qualify for this rate, please contact the Institute of Water Head Office on 0191 422 0088 or email membership@instituteofwater.org.uk 

Trial Membership  

 

This is a 6-week trial membership for anyone considering taking up a full membership with us.

 

You get:  

  • Member rates for applicable events taking place during your trial. 
  • Digital copies of our Magazine and Journal  
  • Access to our CPD platform 

 

Unless you cancel, after 6-weeks your trial membership automatically converts to a paid Associate member where we will take payment from the method you used when you signed up. 

 

To apply simply complete the online form

Company Affiliate 

(not a membership grade) 

 

Open to companies and organisations working in and around the water sector.  

 

Being a Company Affiliate of the Institute of Water is a great way to raise your profile with our members and followers and place your organisation in front of many of the most influential people in the sector.  

 

Companies/organisations can send up to three employees or students to Institute of Water events (excludes the Annual Conference) at Company Affiliate rates. 

 

Find out more about being a Company Affiliate and how to apply here

Changes to Membership Grades

 

Our membership grades have stood us in good stead. As part of the organisation’s strategic review, we had feedback from some members that our grade structure, naming conventions and routes to access and progression could be clearer.

Membership Fees

 

How much you pay will depend on your membership grade. We have listed them on the fees page. We review our fees every year and any changes are approved by our members at our annual AGM.

Joint membership with the IWA


Anyone wishing to be a member of IWater (other than a trial member) and the International Water Association can benefit from a 15% discount on the other membership that they don’t currently hold, when they sign up as a new member. Contact us for more information at membership@instituteofwater.org.uk, or on 0191 4220088

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