Divisional Director - Water
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Location: Kettering (Hybrid)
Salary: £100,000£110,000 (negotiable DOE) + Bonus + Car/Allowance + Pension
Reports to: Managing Director Asset Health
Travel: UK-wide, approx. 1020%
Division Turnover: Circa £25m, with ambitious growth plans
Lead the Delivery of Essential Services
Are you ready to shape the next chapter of innovative and technology-driven solutions for water in the UK?Hydrosave is seeking a visionary Divisional Director - Water to lead our high-performing division at a pivotal time of growth and transformation. With a strong foundation in leakage management, data-driven water network monitoring, and consultancy, this is a rare opportunity to drive innovation and impact across a nationally respected business.
As part of South Staffordshire Plc, Hydrosave offers the agility of a specialist contractor with the backing of a major utilities group, giving you the platform to lead with confidence, scale with purpose, and deliver with excellence.
About the Role
This is a strategic leadership position with full commercial and service delivery accountability for Hydrosaves water division, a £25m turnover business with eyes firmly set on expansion. Youll be responsible for:
Driving growth across water operations and consultancy services
Leading large-scale frameworks and specialist projects
Championing emerging technologies to the water sector
Embedding a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement
Building trusted relationships with clients, regulators, and stakeholders
Mentoring senior leaders and shaping future talent
Provide insight-led strategic leadership and business planning
Youll be at the forefront of delivering sustainable, customer-focused outcomes that help shape the UKs water infrastructure for generations to come.
What Youll Need
Were looking for a proven leader with deep roots in the water industry and a passion for innovation. Youll bring:
Extensive experience in the water sector, particularly in leakage, network operation, optimisation, unaccounted for water and water efficiency
Asset management knowledge an advantage
Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking
A track record of leading large frameworks and consultancy projects
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
A credible understanding of regulatory pressures and opportunities
A collaborative leadership style with a focus on delivery and growth
Degree-level education in engineering, environmental science, or a related field (preferred)
What Youll Get in Return
Competitive salary: £100,000£110,000 (negotiable based on experience)
Performance bonus
Car allowance
Matched pension scheme
Hybrid working based out of Kettering
The opportunity to lead a division with significant autonomy and influence
A platform for career progression within the wider South Staffordshire Group
A chance to make a meaningful impact on UK water infrastructure
Ready to make waves in the water industry?
Join Hydrosave and lead the charge in transforming how water services are delivered across the UK
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