Building Controller

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 (£27,052 - £30,504) 
• 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 Building Controller progression plan
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays – plus 2 extra wellness days! 
• 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:  This role will initially be based in Bradford but we’re moving our office to Leeds Valley Park in summer 2026, so you’ll be based there in the future -  (5 office a week – Bradford/Leeds)

Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Building Controller to join the Workplace experience 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. The workplace experience team are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.  

Join our Workplace Experience team and play a key role in creating a professional, welcoming, and well-managed environment for colleagues, clients, and visitors. This varied, hands-on role offers the opportunity to support meetings and events, maintain high workplace standards, and deliver excellent customer service across the site. We're looking for a proactive, organised individual who enjoys working as part of a team, takes pride in their work, and is passionate about providing a first-class workplace experience.

Where you fit in:

As our Building Controller you will:

• To oversee daily meeting room requirements, ensuring rooms are set up and maintained to a high standard. 
• To liaise with the events Coordinator to support meetings and events. 
• Maintain client areas, meeting rooms, entrances, and tea points to a professional standard. 
• Manage meeting room bookings, special requests, and minor room reconfigurations. 
• Replenish stationery, printer supplies, and workplace consumables. 
• Support catering setup and delivery for meetings and events. 
• Manage the basement and bin stores, ensuring they remain organised and accessible. 
• Escalate significant issues or concerns to the Workplace Experience Manager or Events Coordinator. 
• Conduct site headcounts and support event parking management when required. 
• Service boardroom coffee machines and ensure waste and smoking areas are kept clean and tidy. 
• Support the movement of equipment, supplies, and goods between sites as required. 
• Build strong relationships with customers, colleagues, and stakeholders. 
• Prioritise workloads effectively and comply with company policies and procedures. 
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and wellbeing. 
• Participate in training, team meetings, and continuous improvement activities. 
• Demonstrate company values and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. 
• Support the delivery of workplace, meeting, and event services across the business.

What skills & qualifications you will need:

• Hold a full UK driving licence. 
• Experience supporting meeting rooms, events, or workplace environments. 
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Ability to follow policies, procedures, and service standards. 
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively. 
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately. 
• Practical and proactive approach to problem-solving. 
• Strong teamwork and relationship-building skills. 
• Flexible and adaptable approach to changing business needs. 
• The ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders. 
• To hold a Banksman qualification. 
• Awareness of Health & Safety regulations within workplace environments. 
• Experience in facilities, workplace experience, or customer service environments.

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 facilities, workplace experience, or customer service environments 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.   

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.

 No agencies please.