Water Quality Strategy Manager
We are seeking an experienced professional to lead the Water Quality Strategy for Yorkshire Water, operating within the CUPONING PULICIDAD S.L. umbrella. This permanent role will be based in Buttershaw (until Summer 2026) or at our Leeds or Sheffield offices, with remote working options and a requirement to be in the Yorkshire region at least twice a week.
Company Description
Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.
Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £62,000, depending on experience
* Car allowance
* Annual incentive bonus (up to 10 % of salary)
* Private health care (self‑only)
* Appealing pension scheme (up to 12 % company contribution)
* Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary
* 25 days annual leave, bank holidays and an extra wellness day
* Health cash plan, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover
* Retail savings scheme and online GP service
* Cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and more
Responsibilities
* Lead the development of a Source‑to‑Tap Water Quality Risk framework, translating risks into prioritised investment options.
* Drive tactical and strategic solutions to reduce water quality risks, integrating new operational strategies into business‑as‑usual.
* Develop and implement a long‑term Source‑to‑Tap strategy to improve CRI and DWC performance.
* Establish and mature policies, procedures and asset standards that underpin water quality improvements.
* Create a multi‑AMP roadmap of investments and interventions to minimise water quality risks.
* Lead the development of DWI enhancement cases and author the PR29 submission for CRI and DWC improvements.
* Conduct system‑wide assessments to identify compliance gaps and define investment needs.
* Collaborate across teams and with regulators to align strategies, optimise interventions and influence national water quality standards.
Qualifications
* Experience in water strategy development, asset management and problem solving.
* Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks including DWI and WRMP, and their integration into strategic planning.
* Proven ability to align and deliver strategic goals within defined AMP cycles (AMP 8, AMP 9) and PR29 definition.
* Excellent communication, collaboration and influencing skills to engage with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.
* Technical expertise in raw water systems, treatment processes, disinfection technologies and treated water storage and distribution.
* Management experience with a track record of delivering complex, multi‑faceted outcomes, collaborating and influencing at multiple levels.
* Understanding of CRI improvement methodologies and ability to address emerging water quality risk.
* Degree level qualification or equivalent experience.
Additional Benefits
* Knowledge and understanding of asset management principles and investment processes.
* Previous experience in operational or strategic leadership in a commercial or regulated environment.
* Experience gained within the water or wastewater sectors or within broader utilities, process or manufacturing industry sectors.
* An established external network of water quality, stakeholder and regulatory relationships.
* Ability to create structured analytical approaches to assets, systems and data and translate into actionable insight.
Additional Information
Successful candidates will undertake pre‑employment checks, including a Basic Disclosure Check and, where applicable, a Counter‑Terrorist or Security Check clearance. All 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. Adjustments are provided to make the application experience comfortable and straightforward. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes, please indicate this in your application.
Note: The employer reserves the right to close the position before the published closing date. No agencies please.
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