Water Quality Continuous Improvement Specialist

Overview

Lead CI initiatives to improve water quality compliance and conduct root cause analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• root cause
• continuous improvement
• performance metrics
• regulatory compliance
• stakeholder reporting
• water quality

Tasks

Lead Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives to realise benefits using CI methodology to design, communicate and embed sustainable process improvements across the wider business. -Support and deliver key initiatives and projects in relation to root cause analysis (RCA) in Water Quality Compliance, including leading and facilitating RCAs, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and effectively reporting findings and recommendations to multiple stakeholders across the business. -Establish robust performance indicators and measurement frameworks to support continuous improvement. -Ensure compliance with Performance Commitments and regulatory standards including DWI requirements. -Preparation of root cause analysis (RCA), to support both 72 hour and 20-day reports for submission to our Regulator. -Uses root cause analysis techniques to identify underlying issues in water quality and drives corrective and preventive actions. -Serve as the primary Water Quality continuous improvement contact for your team, business service partners, and stakeholders.

Requirements

• degree
• regulated
• six sigma
• power bi
• driving licence
• analytical

What You Bring

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: This role will initially be based in Bradford but we’re moving our office to Leeds Valley Park in summer 2026, so you’ll be based there in the future / Hybrid Working (one to two office days a week – Bradford/Leeds and must be willing to travel to our sites across Yorkshire). If you’ve got experience as a scientist and have been involved in Continuous Improvement 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. -Able to clearly present complex information to diverse audiences using a variety of formats and communication channels. -Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline. -Previous experience working in a regulated environment, ideally within the water, wastewater, utilities, process, or manufacturing sectors. -Demonstrates strong analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot processes and systems, interpret large and diverse datasets, and identify potential compliance risks. -Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and communicate complex information clearly. -Experience of delivering results against challenging business targets. -Demonstrate a can-do attitude with not only an ability to plan for the future but a capability to deal effectively with the unforeseen. -You will be adept at influencing, persuading, and inspiring colleagues and stakeholders to adopt best practice, champion the Water Quality approach, and embrace continuous improvement across the business. -Knowledge and experience applying continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, Systems Thinking) to deliver process improvements -Must hold a full and valid UK driving licence. -Demonstrates strong teamwork skills, actively contributing to group projects and continuous improvement activities. -Understanding of water treatment works (WTW) production and distribution processes. -Experience working in a regulated environment, ideally within the water, wastewater, or broader utilities sectors. -Strong IT skills, with competency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with Power BI would be beneficial.

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Benefits

Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more! We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience from £34,052 to £42,566. Development opportunities in line with the roles progression plan. 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. Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary. Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution). Retail savings scheme. Company car benefit. 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. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays – plus an extra wellness day! A great benefits package – choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover. Annual incentive related bonus of up to £1,000.

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Security Clearance

-basic disclosure check conducted through a third‑party company. -potential requirement for counter terrorist check or security check clearance. -medical questionnaire required, with additional medicals if needed.