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Operational Technology  (OT) Programme Delivery Manager

 

We offer a salary from £55-65k per annum,  depending on experience 

 

•    A company car cash allowance scheme 
•    Annual incentive related bonus (up to 10% of annual salary)  
•    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 an extra wellness day!  
•    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: Bradford / Hybrid Working (Working 2-3 days in the office per week)

 

Work type: This is a permanent opportunity, working full time 37 hours per week between a working window of 8:00am-6:00pm

 

 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Programme Delivery Manager to join the Central Control team in Yorkshire Water and lead on an Operational Technology programme of change and improvement,  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. 

 

 

Where you fit in:

 


You will be responsible for leading the end-to-end delivery of the Central Control & Operational Technology (OT) transformation programme, ensuring it is delivered on time, within budget, and to scope. You will oversee the planning, co-ordination, and execution of complex, multi-disciplinary initiatives that modernise and future-proof OT capabilities across the business.

 

Key to the transformation is the replacement of a legacy RTS platform (including harnessing additional telemetry enhancements which come with the improved capability) and the deployment of AI and automation solutions. The development of a digital twin capability, and the implementation of predictive asset analytics. These initiatives form part of a broader portfolio of change within the central control team, which you will manage cohesively to ensure strategic alignment, effective prioritisation, and efficient delivery.

 

The OT transformation programme is a strategic change programme and is governed within the organisation’s wider strategic programme, Drive to Thrive. You will play a critical part in ensuring OT capabilities are fully integrated into the broader business transformation agenda. You will act as a key interface between technical teams, operational functions, and senior stakeholders, ensuring the programme delivers improved operational resilience, smarter asset management, and proactive, data-driven decision-making.

 

What skills are we looking for?  

 

 

•    You will have proven experience in leading large-scale, complex transformation programmes, ideally within operational technology, utilities, infrastructure, or engineering environments.
•    A technical understanding of OT capabilities within a similar industry 
•    Experience in communicating programme updates to executive teams, including at CEO and CFO level 
•    Ideally a Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, business, or a related field and PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent or MSP (Managing Successful Programmes) or similar
•    You will have strong influencing skills, with the ability to coach, develop and influence senior management.
•    Excellent communication, presentation and report writing skills.
•    Strong IT skills - Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and other data reporting platforms
•    Ability to work without close supervision and to agreed targets and standards.
•    Experience of supporting and embedding change, able to influence and drive the right culture and behaviours.
•    Ability to negotiate and influence stakeholders at all levels to delivery projects on time and to budget.
•    Excellent time management skills, able to meet competing project deadlines.
•    Strong team mentality i.e. someone who is willing to support and work with others to achieve the best outcomes.
•    Diligent with strong attention to detail.
•    Holder of a full UK driving licence, with 6 points or less

 

 

It would be beneficial if you had the following – 

 

•    APM or PMI certifications (e.g. PMP) 
•    Prosci Certified Change Practitioner or similar
•    Previous experience in a commercially orientated and / or regulated environment.
•    Postgraduate qualifications (e.g. MBA or MSc in Project Management, Systems Engineering, or related disciplines)
•    Proficiency in Primavera P6 or equivalent planning and scheduling tools (e.g. MS Project, Oracle Primavera Cloud)

 

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please complete the online application process and submit a covering letter and CV outlining your suitability for the role.

 

Recruitment Process – 

 

Closing date – 20th August, 2025

 


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.  

What's in it for you?

Career enhancement and development, colleague well-being and a genuinely positive work experience for all are key priorities. We are continuously evolving and improving our ways of working and you will support us in achieving our vision of 'taking responsibility for the water environment for good'.

If you feel this opportunity is suitable and you match the skills required, then please apply on line and complete the application process.

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.

The Kelda Group provides water and sewerage services to domestic and business customers across the UK, managing the following subsidiary companies: - 

Yorkshire Water, is the main subsidiary company providing water and sewerage services to 4.7 million people and 130,000 businesses in the Yorkshire region. Its activities are regulated by the Water Services Regulation Authority, Ofwat Loop Customer Management Ltd specialises in delivering customer service support to Yorkshire Water that includes billing, debt recovery and incident management. Employing more than 600 people, Loop have built up an impressive list of industry awards and achievements since being created in 2000 and is currently listed in the Sunday Times Top 100 list as being one of the best companies to work for.

Kelda Water Services (KWS) manages Kelda's non-regulated water and waste water contract operations. It is now the second biggest player in the UK market for outsourced clean and waste water services.

Kelda Water Services Retail offer quality, integrity and partnership but it is never just about the technologies behind our solutions in water. It is about the structure, delivery and even the financing of those solutions, and about giving our customers a level of convenience they never knew was possible.

KeyLand Developments Limited (KeyLand Developments) is responsible for managing, developing and disposing of the group's surplus property assets, either on its own or in partnership with outside organisations.

Kelda Group values equality, diversity and inclusion we believe that everyone should be treated with respect. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, religion or belief and trade union membership.

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.

Operational Technology Programme Delivery Manager

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