District Operations Manager

5 days ago

Hardham West Sussex, United Kingdom Southern Water Full time

Job Title: Regional Operations Manager – Water Resource & Production- Sussex
Location: Hardham/ Patcham based- covering Sussex region, the role requires site visit therefore driving licenced is essential
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Salary: Competitive salary plus £400 per month car allowance
You will join our Water Supply Production function, leading regional operations across Sussex. This is a critical leadership role within UK water operations, accountable for delivering industry-leading performance against Water Outcome Delivery Incentives (ODIs) and ensuring resilient, safe, and high-quality water services for our customers.
You will lead a team of up to 5 Field Performance Managers with indirect leadership of 39 FTE, collectively responsible for the production of approximately 190Ml/d across the Sussex region. Your leadership will directly influence regional service resilience, operational efficiency, and regulatory performance as we deliver on the commitments of our Turnaround Plan. Provide strategic and inspirational leadership to regional Water Supply Production teams and external delivery partners.
Drive performance against Water ODIs and regulatory targets, ensuring resilient water supplies and excellent customer service.
Lead business change across the region, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Champion Health, Safety, Environmental, and compliance standards across all operations.
Manage regional demand positions and ensure resilient supply during high-risk or peak-demand periods.
Build strong relationships with delivery partners, engineering teams, and asset planners to ensure long-term resilience.
Occasional travel across the Sussex region.
Proven operational leadership experience in water, utilities, engineering, or asset-intensive environments.
Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and optimising operational expenditure.
Understanding of supply chain processes and operational risk management.
Experience in regulatory compliance and performance improvement.
Progression opportunities
Opportunities to progress into senior leadership roles within Operations or Asset Management functions.
About Southern Water
Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. 8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.
We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation.
At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details here: myworkdaysite.Our Commitment to Diversity
We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic.

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