Water Sector Operations Director at Apem Group in Gildersome, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

Requirements

leadership

water market

governance

chartership

iso 9001

financial acumen

Significant senior operational leadership experience in consultancy or professional services
Knowledge of the water market
Experience building and embedding operational governance frameworks across multiple teams
Prior involvement in scaling teams or building new operational structures
Technical understanding of the water sector (freshwater/estuarine advantageous)
Experience working with central Finance, People, Legal or HSE functions on governance and compliance
Excellent stakeholder management skills, including working with director-level peers and presenting at senior leadership level
Post-graduate qualification or chartership
Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
Strong commercial and financial acumen, including owning P&L-linked KPIs, driving forecast accuracy and influencing financial performance
A track record of resourcing and workforce planning (perm, FTC and subcontractor mix)
Ability to influence, shape and challenge leaders to drive improvement
Experience leading operational integration following acquisitions
Experience working across a geographically dispersed, field-based or technical workforce

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Founded with a vision to provide high-quality environmental consultancy, APEM Group has grown into a leader in aquatic ecosystems.
The company specializes in providing essential environmental monitoring services, with a deep focus on water and marine environments.
Over the years, APEM Group has partnered with global organizations to drive impactful, science-backed solutions to complex environmental challenges.
The group’s expertise spans diverse sectors, including water resources, infrastructure, energy, and government, helping clients mitigate environmental risks.
APEM is known for its cutting-edge technology and innovative approaches in surveying, environmental monitoring, and data collection.
With decades of experience, APEM has developed a strong reputation for tackling large-scale projects across a variety of industries.
From government-backed infrastructure projects to large-scale marine assessments, APEM continues to lead in environmental protection and management.

Culture + Values

They are proud of their inclusive and thriving culture, which they feel is unique in the area of environmental consultancy.
They strive to be their best. Every member of their team is valued and treated as an accountable individual, so the company can develop and grow.
Positive, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking, they treat each other fairly, with respect and integrity, regardless of role or position.

Environment + Sustainability

2045

Net Zero Target

Committed to achieving Net Zero emissions beginning in 2023 and extending its carbon neutral status across the Group.

Top 5%

ESG Ranking

Rated “ESG Excellent” for two consecutive years, ranking in the top 5% of companies as assessed by an independent consultancy against over 60 ESG criteria.

Rated “ESG Excellent” for two consecutive years by an independent consultancy, assessed against over 60 ESG criteria and ranking in the top 5% of companies.
Committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by the end of 2045 — five years ahead of current UK and Ireland government targets.
Maintained carbon neutral status across the Group since 2023, extending from APEM Ltd.
Set reduction targets for waste, energy and water consumption across the Group.
Measurable reductions achieved in Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions through board‑level carbon reduction programmes and biodiversity conservation initiatives.
Winner of ‘Sustainable Business Team of the Year’ at PwC Business Post Sustainable Business Awards 2025 for measurable environmental impact.

Inclusion & Diversity

2023 Report

Gender Pay Gap

The company published an annual Gender Pay Gap Report in 2023, demonstrating accountability and transparency in addressing pay equity.

Belonging and DE&I focus groups established across all territories to identify initiatives contributing to meaningful change.
ESG evaluation includes advancement of a workforce with employees of all grades from a diversity of cultures, genders, and ages.

Articles

Services

Careers / News & Careers

Capabilities

Company

Overview

Founded with a vision to provide high-quality environmental consultancy, APEM Group has grown into a leader in aquatic ecosystems.
The company specializes in providing essential environmental monitoring services, with a deep focus on water and marine environments.
Over the years, APEM Group has partnered with global organizations to drive impactful, science-backed solutions to complex environmental challenges.
The group’s expertise spans diverse sectors, including water resources, infrastructure, energy, and government, helping clients mitigate environmental risks.
APEM is known for its cutting-edge technology and innovative approaches in surveying, environmental monitoring, and data collection.
With decades of experience, APEM has developed a strong reputation for tackling large-scale projects across a variety of industries.
From government-backed infrastructure projects to large-scale marine assessments, APEM continues to lead in environmental protection and management.

Culture + Values

They are proud of their inclusive and thriving culture, which they feel is unique in the area of environmental consultancy.
They strive to be their best. Every member of their team is valued and treated as an accountable individual, so the company can develop and grow.
Positive, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking, they treat each other fairly, with respect and integrity, regardless of role or position.

Environment + Sustainability

2045

Net Zero Target

Committed to achieving Net Zero emissions beginning in 2023 and extending its carbon neutral status across the Group.

Top 5%

ESG Ranking

Rated “ESG Excellent” for two consecutive years, ranking in the top 5% of companies as assessed by an independent consultancy against over 60 ESG criteria.

Rated “ESG Excellent” for two consecutive years by an independent consultancy, assessed against over 60 ESG criteria and ranking in the top 5% of companies.
Committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by the end of 2045 — five years ahead of current UK and Ireland government targets.
Maintained carbon neutral status across the Group since 2023, extending from APEM Ltd.
Set reduction targets for waste, energy and water consumption across the Group.
Measurable reductions achieved in Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions through board‑level carbon reduction programmes and biodiversity conservation initiatives.
Winner of ‘Sustainable Business Team of the Year’ at PwC Business Post Sustainable Business Awards 2025 for measurable environmental impact.

Inclusion & Diversity

2023 Report

Gender Pay Gap

The company published an annual Gender Pay Gap Report in 2023, demonstrating accountability and transparency in addressing pay equity.

Belonging and DE&I focus groups established across all territories to identify initiatives contributing to meaningful change.
ESG evaluation includes advancement of a workforce with employees of all grades from a diversity of cultures, genders, and ages.

Articles

Services

Careers / News & Careers

Capabilities