Strategic Planner

Description

• Generate, process and analyse data from hydraulic network models, treatment models, asset deterioration and performance models alongside being able to identify and manage the risks of model/data confidence.
• Utilise the outputs of such assessments to identify both tactical and strategic interventions, including catchment plans to address any deficiencies.
• Develop detailed and assured DWMP methodologies and work on the technical delivery of these with partners.
• Be a subject matter expert on the DWMP and ensure the outputs of the DWMP are accessible and easy to understand for stakeholders and customers both internally and externally.
• Understand and integrate plans produced by external stakeholders/regulators into our DWMP production, including working with internal departments.
• Act as representative on national groups e.g. Task and Finish Groups to influence national methodologies for future planning.

Requirements

If you’ve got experience in Strategic Planning and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.

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.

Location: Bradford / Hybrid Working (notionally 2-3 days in the office per week. This could be more when collaborative efforts, training or statutory deadlines are required)

• An ability to manage, interrogate and visualise large complex datasets using appropriate software.
• Able to assess and audit data to ensure that the outputs are fit for the purpose
• Be educated to at least degree level in a related discipline and working towards or be a member of either CIWEM, ICE or another professional body.
• Storm overflow performance
• Able to plan, lead and manage projects with minimal supervision.
• 2D flood routing analysis
• Able to respond to technical scrutiny from wider stakeholders and where required technically challenge and influence others.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal and excellent influencing/networking skills
• A knowledge of the current regulatory and legislative environment around the water industry and wider drainage community
• Previous experience in undertaking complex risk analysis, verification and optioneering to design and quantify future strategic investment needs.
• A knowledge of hydrology and/or river modelling
• Experience in wastewater modelling and/or treatment processes

Benefits

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!

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.

• We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience £44,000-£55,000
• Retail savings scheme
• Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year)
• A great benefits package - choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - plus an extra wellness day!
• Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)
• Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!
• Development opportunities in line with the Strategic Planner progression plan
• Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance