Water Resource Option

Water Resource Option 

Hello Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water: 

• We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience (Up to £67,000)
• A company car lease/allowance scheme (£2,510 cash allowance)
• Annual incentive related bonus (up to 10% of annual salary) 
• Private health care (self only)
• Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution) 
• Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary 
• 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.  
• Retail savings scheme  
• Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more 

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. The role involves hybrid working, you will be expected in the office 1 day per week  

Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Water Resource Options to join the Asset Management  directorate at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you?

What we do:

Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it's so much more than this.
We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire's water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region's health, wellbeing, and prosperity. 

New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. The Asset Management team are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.  
Yorkshire Water is launching a bold programme to tackle future water supply challenges. As Strategic Options & Resilience Manager, you'll lead the development and delivery of this initiative, shaping long-term strategy for PR29 and beyond.

Where you fit in:

As our Water Resource Option you will:

• Lead the implementation of Yorkshire Water's options development framework to support the Water Resources Management Plan, Water Resources North Regional Plan, and Drought Plan. 
• Oversee the review and completion of the Water Supply Systems Strategy. 
• Align and integrate the framework with other programmes including Major Projects, DWMPs, WINEP, Integrated Water Management, and base maintenance plans. 
• Ensure all aspects of options development meet regulatory and government standards across engineering, cost, environment, drinking water safety, and water resources. 
• Manage a pipeline of multi-sector projects delivering wider societal benefits. 
• Identify and develop commercial opportunities to support regional growth. 
• Manage risks, issues, and opportunities across the programme, escalating where necessary. 
• Set clear performance expectations and drive delivery against business targets. 
• Ensure financial and commercial decisions align with strategic plans. 
• Interpret regulatory requirements to guide service, compliance, and performance risk. 
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop strategic plans within current and future legislation. 
• Develop long-term, economically viable asset investment plans aligned to customer outcomes and strategic goals. 
• Act as technical lead during price control periods, shaping business cases for AMP8 and beyond. 
• Ensure asset strategies and environmental obligations are reflected in strategic business cases. 
• Provide strategic challenge and support to deliver performance commitments. 
• Build external networks and foster collaboration to keep YW at the forefront of industry planning. 
• Work with Finance to monitor and control expenditure in line with budgets. 
• Champion health and safety, risk management, and compliance with YW's Safety Policy. 
• Lead and manage priority projects with a focus on sustainable performance. 
• Investigate asset shortfalls and promote appropriate solutions through the business risk process.

What skills & qualifications you will need:

• Strong understanding of water supply systems and water resources planning 
• Technical knowledge of water distribution networks 
• Degree-level qualification in a science or engineering discipline (or equivalent) 
• Solid understanding of UK water policy and legislation 
• Experience managing direct reports (preferred) 
• Skilled in coaching and influencing others 
• Proficient in data analysis, interpretation, and communication 
• Experience in financial management and commercial awareness 
• Advanced IT skills, particularly in analysing complex datasets 
• Proven project management experience 
• Strategic thinker with a track record of implementing long-term plans 
• Demonstrated ability to drive sustainable performance against challenging targets 
• Full UK driving licence

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 

Do we sound like your cup of tea?    

If you've got experience in Strategic Water Resource Planning & Resilience Management 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.  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. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required.

Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

No agencies please.