Water Resources Manager

6 days ago

Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom South West Water Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Water Resources Manager to join our team at South West Water. As a key member of our Water Resources team, you will play a critical role in leading the development and implementation of our Demand Strategy, driving demand reductions aligned with strategic commitments across our regions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the comprehensive development of the demand strategy across all regions, overseeing all aspects including long-term planning and investment decisions aimed at achieving water resource sustainability goals.
  • Provide strategic leadership to ensure our objectives align with effective demand management, guiding teams in commissioning and overseeing detailed water usage data analysis, trends, and forecasting through MDS.
  • Collaborate closely with delivery teams and the wider demand management group to formulate and refine future investment options that meet required reductions in water demand.
  • Actively participate in sector working groups to drive innovation and adoption of advanced demand management techniques, positioning us at the forefront of industry practices.
  • Take charge of the investment appraisal and optimization process for the demand strategy, preparing robust business cases for securing necessary investments during price reviews.
  • Responsible for integrating all aspects of demand and demand investment into our business plans, ensuring strategic alignment and compliance with regulatory standards.
Requirements
  • Extensive experience in water resources management, including demand forecasting, strategic planning, policy development, and implementing demand management strategies and initiatives.
  • Proven leadership in guiding teams, providing technical oversight, strategic planning, analysis, and forecasting techniques related to water demand, along with skills in building consensus, negotiating agreements, and managing relationships for effective strategy implementation.
  • Scientific/Environmental/Engineering-related degree.
  • Familiarity with water resource systems, including supply infrastructure, distribution networks, and storage facilities, to understand water demand-supply dynamics.
  • Understanding of water management principles, conservation techniques, sustainable practices, industry best practices, UK water efficiency policies, and proficiency in influencing stakeholders and managing resources effectively.
  • Forward-thinking mindset with strong prioritization, project management, ownership of tasks, attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to develop strong external relationships through effective communication.
What We Offer
  • This is a career opportunity with a company that values its employees and offers ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • 26 days holiday allowance rising to 30 days plus bank holidays.
  • Hybrid working arrangements.
  • Professional progression routes.
  • Generous contributory pension scheme.
  • Discretionary bonus.
  • Share save scheme.
  • Subsidised healthcare benefits.

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