Water Quality Strategy Manager

Overview

Lead development and implementation of long‑term water quality strategy and investment planning

Key Responsibilities

• compliance assessment
• risk framework
• strategy development
• roadmap planning
• policy standards
• case submission

Tasks

-Conduct system-wide assessments to identify compliance gaps and define investment needs. -Collaborate across teams and with regulators to align strategies, optimise interventions, and influence national water quality standards. -Lead the development of DWI enhancement cases and author the PR29 submission for CRI and DWC improvements. -Drive tactical and strategic solutions to reduce water quality risks, integrating new operational strategies into business-as-usual. -Develop and implement a long-term Source to Tap strategy to improve CRI and DWC performance. -Create a multi-AMP roadmap of investments and interventions to minimise water quality risks. -Establish and mature policies, procedures, and asset standards that underpin water quality improvements. -Lead the development of a Source to Tap Water Quality Risk framework, translating risks into prioritised investment options.

Requirements

• water sector
• raw water
• treatment
• regulatory
• degree
• asset management

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. If you’ve got experience as a Water Quality Strategy Manager 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. Location: Buttershaw (until Summer 2026), Leeds or Sheffield (remote working option, but with physical presence in Yorkshire at least 2 days a week) -Previous experience gained within the water or waste water sectors or within the broader utilities, process or manufacturing industry sectors. -Technical expertise in raw water systems, treatment processes, disinfection technologies and treated water storage and distribution. -Ability to create structured analytical approaches to assets, systems and data and translate into actionable insight -Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, including DWI and WRMP, and their integration into strategic planning. -Proven ability to align deliver strategic goals within defined AMP cycles (AMP 8, AMP 9) and PR29 definition. -Degree level qualification or equivalent experience. -An established and strong external network of WQ, stakeholder and Regulatory relationships. -Previous experience in an operational and / or strategic leadership role in a commercially orientated and / or regulated environment. -Understanding of CRI improvement methodologies and ability to address emerging water quality risk -Excellent communication, collaboration, and influencing skills to engage with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. -Management experience with a track record of delivering complex, multi-faceted outcomes, collaborating and influencing at multiple levels. -Experience in water strategy development, asset management, and problem solving -Knowledge and understanding of asset management principles and investment processes.

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Benefits

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. 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. -Retail savings scheme -Private health care (self only) -25 days annual leave plus bank holidays – plus an extra wellness day! -Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution) -Car Allowance -A great benefits package – choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover. -Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary -Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more! -Annual incentive related bonus (up to 10% of annual salary) -We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience, up to £62,000

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Security Clearance

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