Technical Team Leader - Flow & Spill

Description

• Lead and support a team of technical specialists focused on flow and spill performance
• Support the development and implementation of management systems and procedures
• Coach and mentor team members, fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture
• Analyse and interpret operational data to identify risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement
• Develop and track action plans to ensure compliance with environmental permits and internal performance targets
• Collaborate with operational teams, asset management, permitting, and regulatory teams to align strategies and deliver improvements
• Provide scientific, technical, and operational direction for flow and spill-related assets
• Represent Yorkshire Water in audits and site visits with the Environment Agency

Requirements

If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.

• Experience developing and implementing management systems
• Experience working in a regulated industry
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex technical and financial information
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and collaborative working skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to own car
• Strong leadership and people management experience
• Proven ability to influence across multiple levels of the business and externally
• In-depth understanding of wastewater processes and environmental compliance
• Background in coaching and mentoring technical teams
• Familiarity with risk registers and investment planning
• Experience in change management, conflict resolution, and strategy delivery

Benefits

All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required.

We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible.

You will have a flexible working contract that puts focus on work life balance as your personal wellbeing is important to us. This is not just a job it’s a career and as part of your role you will have the opportunity to work through a personal career progression plan which allows you to focus on developing your potential as a Technical Team Leader and this will be supported by both internal and external training opportunities.

Location: hybrid working - 3 office / site days per week

Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it’s important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn’t always easy!

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays – plus an extra wellness day!
• We offer a competitive salary, 4a, depending on experience, £46,497 - £55,733
• Retail savings scheme
• Annual incentive-related bonus - £1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year
• Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!
• Business Needs Company Car benefit will be review subject to mileage and other policy criteria
• Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)
• A great benefits package – choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
• Development opportunities in line with the Technical Team Leader progression plan
• Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance