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 from £47,931 to £59,914.
• A company car or cash allowance based on Business Needs User policy.
• Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year).
• Attractive pension scheme (up to 10% company contribution).
• Development opportunities in line with the Safety Advisor (Operational) 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: 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.  We offer a Hybrid Working environment (up to 2 office a week – Bradford/Leeds).

Work type: 12-month Fixed term contract. 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

We have an exciting 12-month fixed term contract opportunity for a Safety Advisor (Operational) to join the Occupational Health and Safety 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.  Our Occupational Health and Safety team are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.

Our Occupational Health and Safety team acts as a central source of competent health and safety advice, supporting all members of the business unit. It plays a key role in driving a positive health and safety culture, visibly promoting the right behaviours and supporting cultural improvement where needed.

The team also acts as a conduit for health and safety information, ensuring clear, consistent communication between internal teams and external stakeholders. In addition, it is responsible for ensuring company health and safety policies are effectively implemented and embedded at business unit level, providing assurance that standards are met and maintained.

Where you fit in

As our Safety Advisor (Operational) you will primarily.

• Carry out SHE site inspections across contractor and operational sites, ensuring compliance with company standards and legal requirements.
• Deliver SHE induction training, ensuring employees and contractors understand health, safety and environmental expectations from day one.
• Support the investigation of significant SHE incidents, contributing to root cause analysis and the implementation of effective corrective actions.
• Promote and enforce high‑risk activity controls, with particular focus on working at height and lifting operations.
• Coach and develop individuals and teams on safe systems of work, including good hygiene practices when working with sewage.
• Ensure confined space working procedures are fully understood and followed, providing assurance that employees are competent and compliant.

What skills & qualifications you will need

• NEBOSH Certificate (Level 3) or equivalent as a minimum, with IOSH membership and an active CPD programme in line with IOSH requirements.
• Strong technical health and safety knowledge, including work at height, lifting operations, wet wells, process safety and Management of Change within a high‑hazard or regulated industry.
• Proven ability to coach, develop and influence others, demonstrating confidence and an authoritative approach when required to drive safe behaviours and compliance.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to create and deliver clear, engaging safety messages using innovative approaches.
• Experience working collaboratively with Trade Unions, supporting continuous improvement and positive safety culture as one team.
• Strong IT literacy, including Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint, with the ability to present data and insights effectively.
• Self‑confident, proactive and professional, able to challenge appropriately, manage change, and operate effectively in complex operational environments.
• Full UK driving licence, with flexibility and willingness to travel across the Yorkshire region and beyond when required. (No more than 6 points).

You will also benefit from having:

• Working towards CMIOSH.
• Experience of supporting a Transient workforce in terms of health and safety.

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 Health and Safety 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.

Closing Date: 29th April

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.

We’re committed to helping colleagues prioritise their growth and development in their current roles, building essential knowledge and capabilities in their area of expertise to support a successful career.

To support this, we expect colleagues to have completed a minimum of two years in their current role before applying for internal job opportunities. For more information, please speak to your local HR Business Partner.

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.