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Project Engineer (Electrical)

 

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, 4b, £43,991 - £54,989
  • A company car benefit
  • 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 Project Engineer progression plan
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays – plus an extra wellness day!
  • 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: Remote working with regular travel to Yorkshire Water sites and offices, typically two days per week

 

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

 

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. Programme Delivery are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.   

 

The Engineering Delivery department is accountable for delivering the Capital Construction Programme. This is achieved by delivering intelligent Totex solutions, through collaboration, for sustainable out-performance. The Department is also accountable for commercial and contractual arrangements across the supply chain and to deliver leading and world class contract management processes. 

 

The purpose of the department is to achieve best value for money from our Capital Programme, by optimising our resources, monitoring and tracking the effectiveness and efficiency of our supply chain commercial arrangements, through; 

 

  • Reducing cycle time in the project delivery process; 
  • Maintaining, or enhance service; 
  • Embracing a collaborative approach through our supply chain; 
  • Working in a safe environment; 
  • Delivering out performance against targets identified in collaborative out performance plans. 

 

Where you fit in: 

 

As our Project Engineer you will: 

 

  • Develop and deliver cost engineered solutions in response to Business Risks.
  • Manage and coordinate the design, ensuring all projects follow the correct management process for engineering acceptance against the agree scope,
  • Ensures that the delivery of all projects comply with the requirements of the CDM regulations including:
    • Undertaking the duties of Principal Contractor on behalf of Yorkshire Water
    • Assisting the Client & Principal Designer with the undertakings of their duties
  • Manage the execution of the project ensuring alignment with all Health, Safety and Environmental and engineering standards,
  • Prepare contract and scope of works documentation and undertake tender process with framework contractors,
  • Ensure that robust financial management controls are applied throughout the project delivery process and commercial awareness form the foundation of all business decisions.

 

What skills & qualifications you will need: 

 

  • Electrical, ICA apprenticeship or ONC/HNC/BTEC in Electrical, ICA 
  • A Senior Authorised Person (SAP) HV authorisation will be an advantage.
  • Has a thorough understanding and working Knowledge of the CDM regulations and their practical application,
  • Understands the principles of control of works - Permits, POWRA, RAMS, LOLER, EWAR etc.
  • Has a broad experience with electrical, ICA and mechanical equipment and can use this experience to produce engineered solutions to resolve business risks and other issues,
  • Has a good understanding of the design and project delivery process including hazard identification, risk assessment and site supervision,
  • Is able to respond/answer to a wide range of specific technical and non-technical detailed queries.
  • Understands and has experience of working to DSEAR Regulation, ATEX Directives and British standards.

 

You will also benefit from having: 

 

  • Experience working in a regulated utility or major asset management / delivery with a wide ranging asset base
  • Previous experience in a commercially orientated and or regulated environment
  • CITB SMSTS trained with valid card or ECS for electrical and ICA discipline work
  • Has knowledge of the range of equipment within the water industry – including high pressure / temperature waste processing facilities, CHP and High voltage equipment

 

We embrace a flexible working model, where our hybrid setup typically requires an average of 1 to 2 days in the office / on site per week and working on our operational sites. This could be slightly more when collaborative efforts, training or meeting deadlines demand it. For those who prefer to work on-site, our office is open Monday-Friday during working hours.   

 

Do we sound like your cup of tea?   

 

If you’re an experienced Project Engineering 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 for 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.

 

Just a Heads-up!! We may close this campaign as soon as a suitable candidate is found. 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.

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