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Senior Data Scientist 

 


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 (up to £73,000)
  • A company car lease/allowance scheme (£500 per month/£6,000 per year, based on full-time employment on joining the company).  You can opt to sign up to the EV Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme 6 months after joining the company.  
  • Annual incentive related bonus (up to 10% of annual salary, increasing to 15% in the 26 to 27 performance year).
  • 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 2 extra wellness days! 
  • 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: Buttershaw/ Hybrid Working (1-2 days in the office a week – Bradford) 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.

 


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

 


We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Data Scientist to join the IT 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 IT function is a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.  

 


We’re looking for a forward-thinking Senior Data Scientist to define and deliver cutting-edge solutions using machine learning, open data, and cloud technologies. You’ll be the Product Owner for key initiatives within our Strategic Data Programme, working in Azure and Databricks, and aligning with our enterprise-wide transformation strategy. In this pivotal role, you’ll act as a subject matter expert across the business, guiding senior stakeholders and leading by example in evidence-based decision-making. You’ll design and optimise decision models, foster a culture of technical excellence, and ensure continuous improvement through governance, coaching, and best practice. This is a unique opportunity to shape how data drives performance, sustainability, and innovation across Yorkshire Water.

 


Where you fit in:

 


As our Senior Data Scientist, you will:

 

 

  • Define and deliver innovative Data Science solutions using data science, ML/AI, open data, and cloud technologies
  • Represent the Data Team by owning and being accountable for Data & AI products as well as helping to steer the strategic direction of Data at YW
  • Prioritise and deliver data solutions aligned to business needs using teams' ways-of-working
  • Translate complex data into actionable insights that drive performance and transformation
  • Lead technical excellence through governance, assurance and coaching across the team
  • Actively supporting the professional development of data scientists
  • Support the business and data science leadership by triaging and undertaking reactive tasks to reduce ODI pressure
  • Communicate complex outputs clearly to non-technical stakeholders using visualisation tools and storytelling
  • Develop and maintain advanced modelling skills in Python, R, SQL, and cloud platforms
  • Align solutions with data strategy and wider transformation programmes
  • Horizon scan and embed emerging technologies like AI, Digital Twins, and Open Data
  • Represent Yorkshire Water in cross-sector innovation and academic communities

 


What skills & qualifications you will need:

 

 

  • Degree in a numerate subject (e.g. Mathematics, Statistics)
  • Proven experience in statistical analysis and data science, ideally within the water industry or similar sectors
  • Strong programming skills in Python, R, and SQL
  • Experience working with cloud platforms (e.g. Azure, AWS)
  • Knowledge of data engineering, manipulation, and pipeline development
  • Familiarity with technical assurance, QA, and model performance evaluation
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including with senior leadership
  • High standards of integrity and ethics
  • Microsoft Azure certifications or equivalent
  • Experience in water, wastewater, utilities, or manufacturing sectors
  • Understanding of asset management principles
  • Experience with Agile delivery methodologies

 


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 Data Science 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.

 

The closing date for this role is the 17th June 2026.

 


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.

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