Company Description
Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.
Salary & Benefits
£55‑65k per annum depending on experience, a company car lease/allowance scheme, annual incentive related bonus (up to 10% of annual salary), private health care, attractive pension scheme (up to 10% company contribution), life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary and 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and a wellness day. We also offer a fantastic flexible benefits package, where you can choose from benefits such as health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover. Colleagues also have access to a retail savings scheme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!
Location
Bradford – Hybrid Working, 1‑2 days in the office per week.
Work type & Schedule
Permanent, 37 hours per week, Monday‑Friday.
Job Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Modelling Manager Alliance to join the Strategy & Regulation team supporting our new Storm Overflow Alliance team at Yorkshire Water and be part of helping Yorkshire Water deliver its regulatory outcomes with regards to storm overflows. This is a key strategic role which offers the opportunity to support the business in delivering the Storm Overflow Discharge Reduction plan and any outputs of the Water Industry National Environment Plan in AMP8 and beyond.
Responsibilities
As our Modelling Manager Alliance, you will lead, manage, and develop a centre of excellence for modelling for the storm overflow alliance activities in AMP8 and beyond. You will use your extensive technical expertise, knowledge, and relationships to influence and negotiate on matters relating to the delivery of the AMP8 storm overflow plan and identify risks and opportunities for Yorkshire Water and the alliance in relation to hydraulic modelling. You will ensure that the appropriate models are utilised to generate appropriate solutions for inland and coastal bathing storm overflows alongside network and treatment works storm overflows, and work with the existing Modelling & Data team to ensure that examples of best practice are represented within the Yorkshire Water modelling specifications. You will manage the development of standards for model quality, modelling methodology, and model audit procedure for the storm overflow alliance activities and develop a modelling centre of excellence for the Alliance and ensure compliance with modelling methodology and specifications and regular audits. You will need to understand and assess risks of using models and their impact on solutions and clearly communicate these risks to others within the Storm Overflow Alliance Board, to assist in making strategic decisions in progressing the challenging delivery programme. You will ensure the team delivers expert technical advice, support and governance, where required, to the storm overflow alliance partners and provide a clear and auditable trail for all models utilised, amended or updated by the alliance and have succinct and clear processes for movement of models.
Qualifications & Experience
* Degree, professional qualification or appropriate experience.
* Demonstrable long‑standing interest in the Water and Environmental Management challenges, issues and developments in the sector and proven technical experience / industry knowledge.
* Proven track record in modelling and delivering projects to time, cost and quality and ability to coach others on technical issues.
* Experience in undertaking modelling projects, especially from a scheme design / design & build perspective.
* Experience in managing a team in the delivery of modelling projects.
* Good understanding of environmental legislation matters.
* IT literate, numerate and has demonstrable ability to analyse and interpret environmental data.
* Ability to provide technical leadership on investigations and projects and make decisions on matters in their own and the team's work area.
* Understanding of process and project management.
* Ability to communicate effectively through written communication, presentations and in meetings.
* Strong interpersonal skills, used to influence and negotiate on environmental regulation matters.
* Develops and maintains effective internal and external relationships.
* Able to prioritise own time and resources effectively.
* Demonstrable experience of managing performance.
* Proven planning ability – identifying priorities and actions to assist in delivering results.
* Project/Programme management experience.
Additional Benefits
Membership of a relative professional body, preferably at Chartered status, although candidates currently working towards Chartership may be considered. You may be required to travel to different operational sites, therefore you will require a valid UK driving licence with less than 6 points.
Apply
If you are an experienced modelling professional and want to help us deliver exceptional service for our customers whilst protecting the environment, then apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.
Please complete the online application process and submit a covering letter and CV outlining your suitability for the role.
Recruitment Process
Closing date: 31st January 2025.
EEO Statement
We are proud to serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply.
Background Checks
Successful candidates 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.
Notes
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.
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