Senior Data Scientist
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Data Scientist to join the IT team at Yorkshire Water and be part of helping Yorkshire Water provide the best service to our customers.
Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £73,000
* Company car lease/allowance scheme (£500 per month/£6,000 per year, full‑time employment)
* EV Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme available 6 months after joining
* Annual incentive bonus up to 10% of salary, increasing to 15% in the 26‑27 performance year
* 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 2 extra wellness days
* Health cash plan, critical illness insurance, dental, life assurance flex & partner cover, retail savings scheme
* Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and more
Location: Buttershaw/Hybrid Working (1‑2 days in the office a week – Bradford) – initially based in Bradford, moving to Leeds Valley Park in summer 2026.
Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday‑Friday.
What we do
We provide essential water and wastewater services to the Yorkshire region, operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The IT function is key to meeting customer and regulator expectations, shaping how data drives performance, sustainability and innovation across Yorkshire Water.
Where you fit in
As our Senior Data Scientist, you will
* Define and deliver innovative Data Science solutions using data science, ML/AI, open data and cloud technologies
* Represent the Data Team by owning and being accountable for Data & AI products and steering the strategic direction of Data at YW
* Prioritise and deliver data solutions aligned to business needs using team ways‑of‑working
* Translate complex data into actionable insights that drive performance and transformation
* Lead technical excellence through governance, assurance and coaching across the team
* Actively support the professional development of data scientists
* Support business and data science leadership by triaging and undertaking reactive tasks to reduce ODI pressure
* Communicate complex outputs clearly to non‑technical stakeholders using visualisation tools and storytelling
* Develop and maintain advanced modelling skills in Python, R, SQL and cloud platforms
* Align solutions with data strategy and wider transformation programmes
* Scan horizon and embed emerging technologies like AI, digital twins and open data
* Represent Yorkshire Water in cross‑sector innovation and academic communities
What skills & qualifications you will need
* Degree in a numerate subject (e.g. Mathematics, Statistics)
* Proven experience in statistical analysis and data science, ideally within the water industry or similar sectors
* Strong programming skills in Python, R and SQL
* Experience working with cloud platforms (e.g. Azure, AWS)
* Knowledge of data engineering, manipulation and pipeline development
* Familiarity with technical assurance, QA and model performance evaluation
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including with senior leadership
* High standards of integrity and ethics
* Microsoft Azure certifications or equivalent
* Experience in water, wastewater, utilities or manufacturing sectors
* Understanding of asset management principles
* Experience with Agile delivery methodologies
Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, we support flexible working patterns and job share options where possible.
We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this in your application.
The closing date for this role is the 17th June 2026.
Kelda Group reserves 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.
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