Job Description

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

43,303 - 54,129

Company car benefit Annual incentive related bonus (1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year) Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution) Development opportunities in line with the Raw Water Sponsor progression plan 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - plus an extra wellness day! Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary 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:

The role will be Hybrid working with a North and South split between the two roles so currently Base Location is flexible considering any potential candidate home base.

Work type:

Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday.



We have two exciting opportunities for Raw Water Sponsors to join the Water Asset team 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. Water Asset are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.



The Raw Water Sponsor plays a crucial role in managing business risks associated with Yorkshire Water's catchwaters, impounding reservoirs, and transmission systems. They collaborate closely with asset management colleagues, operations, environmental teams, and reservoir safety to ensure a comprehensive understanding of these risks, considering any downstream production asset impacts. Additionally, the Sponsor supports the Water Industry National Environmental Programme (WINEP) and the pollution risk management process for raw water and water treatment. By applying asset management principles and established risk management processes, they develop interventions to achieve the company's strategic business objectives and performance commitments, while also considering programme funding constraints. Timely interventions are delivered based on risk assessments, and the Sponsor supports the development of raw water and environmental programmes for future asset management periods.




When capital expenditure interventions are necessary, the Sponsor guides risks through the various phases of the project lifecycle, including concept, definition, development, and hand back. They maintain involvement throughout the end-to-end delivery process to ensure outcomes are achieved within the parameters of time, cost, and quality. If any residual risks are identified during the project lifecycle, the Sponsor feeds these back into the risk management process to ensure they are acceptable to the business. Occasionally, the Raw Water Sponsor may be required to support production and reservoir safety risks and activities as needed. Sponsors are accountable for realizing desired outcomes and benefits from investments, providing a governance link between the organization's senior leaders and project management.

Where you fit in:

As our

Raw Water Sponsor

you will




Work closely with operational teams to identify asset risks or opportunities that may require intervention. This involves proactive liaison meetings to discuss risks, performance, and intervention plans. Grasp the company's strategic, operational, and regulatory drivers to understand the business need. This includes identifying and leading investigations into asset performance shortfalls or opportunities and proposing notional solutions where appropriate. Ensure potential solutions to asset performance shortfalls are fully investigated during the definition phase, utilizing expert and partner resources as required. Drive TOTEX hierarchy opportunities, such as process optimization and improved maintenance, before considering CAPEX. Balance these elements along with business needs and resilience to achieve optimal output. Engage in commercial discussions and challenges with contract partners in a CPT environment. Articulate the business need and reasons for the selected solution to secure funding and agree on the delivery of the solution. Encourage innovative thinking to achieve cost and carbon reduction challenges. Assist the Project Manager in ensuring compliance with relevant technical and safety standards. Confirm the defined solution, design acceptance, and completion documents under the Engineering Design Assurance process. Ensure operational teams understand the scope and benefits of the project, and that completed works are safe and reliable to operate.

What skills & qualifications you will need:

Engineering / process knowledge and experience of relevant asset base and its operation Understanding of Performance Commitments Influencing and negotiating skills Understanding of a Delivery End to End Process, including Project Management Plans Ability to understand root cause analysis Ability to understand Engineering Specifications Ability to understand Design Guidance Understanding of site process safety - representation in Hazard Study Process Full Driving Licence

You will also benefit from having:

CDM awareness/SMSTS Construction to enable development of safety culture and competence in completing PCI NEBOSH Site construction activities Risk Management understanding and experience (IAM Certificate) DMF system understanding including cost models, service measure framework, investment criteria Understanding of Raw water Assets and how they are operated.


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 Water Assets 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.

Closing date - 30th April 2025

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.