Water Asset Planning Senior Sponsor

• We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience £47,154 - £58,942
• 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 Water Asset Planning Senior Sponsor 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: Base location to be negotiated / Hybrid Working

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

We have an exciting opportunity for a Water Asset Planning Senior Sponsor to join the Water Asset 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. Water Asset are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.

We are seeking a highly experienced Water Asset Planning Senior Sponsor to join our team and help us in our mission to provide safe, reliable and affordable water resources and treatment assets which are optimised for Capex/Opex, Operational and Asset Risk. You will be responsible for supporting a team of Asset Planning Sponsors in assessing risks and managing escalations while working closely with Contract Partners to develop, manage and deliver exceptional quality projects in line with our SBO's and Performance Commitments.

Where you fit in:

As our Water Asset Planning Senior Sponsor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective management of asset risks, regulatory compliance, and the delivery of business needs. Your responsibilities will include:

• Support and direct a team of Sponsors to manage asset risks, ensuring regulatory compliance and delivering the needs of the business.
• Provide technical advice to Sponsors on aspects of phased or agile delivery of schemes. Oversee accountability for the delivery of agreed benefits identified at approval, including sign-off of benefits realization.
• Work with Service Delivery colleagues to identify and manage emerging risks that could impact performance commitments (PCs), operational delivery indicators (ODIs), and Yorkshire Water's strategic business objectives (SBOs) within the TOTEX environment.
• Coordinate and lead communication between Asset Management and Operational Service Delivery teams regarding solutions across the Clean Water capital programme. Ensure excellent standards and performance in health and safety, risk management, and control of work, in line with company values and behaviours.
• Drive exploration of alternative technologies for schemes, ensuring risks are balanced on whole life cost, carbon, and other six capitals benefits.
• Provide financial awareness of the Asset Management Plan (AMP) and regulatory frameworks. Understand the position and role of Clean Water Asset Planning in delivering company risk management plans.
• Liaise with Design Guidance and Engineering Specification owners to support Collaborative Project Teams in consistent decision-making on schemes.
• Support the development of Clean Water Asset Planning strategies to meet Yorkshire Water's strategic business objectives.
• Your role will be integral to ensuring that operational teams understand the scope and benefits of projects, and that completed works are safe and reliable to operate. You will also be accountable for the realization of desired outcomes and benefits from investments, providing a governance link between the organization's senior leaders and project management.

What skills & qualifications you will need:

• Experience in an operational and/or strategic leadership role within a commercially oriented and/or regulated environment.
• In-depth knowledge and experience of clean water treatment processes and raw water assets.
• Proven experience in developing and maintaining key internal and external relationships.
• Technical and asset management experience in clean water treatment, or a minimum qualification of HNC level or equivalent in an appropriate engineering/science-related discipline. Holding or working towards chartership in asset management or a related field is preferred.
• Strong project management experience, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Clear and effective communication skills at different internal levels, helping to support and embed change, drive the right culture and behaviors, and manage relationships with consultants and contract partners.
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements within the water industry.
• Ability to manage budgets, understand financial reports, and make informed decisions based on financial data.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, develop solutions, and implement changes effectively.
• Ability to drive innovation and adapt to new technologies and methodologies to improve processes and outcomes.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
• Understanding of environmental impact and sustainability practices, with a commitment to protecting the environment.

Do we sound like your cup of tea??

If you're an experienced Planning Senior Sponsor professional and want to help us deliver exceptional service for our customers while protecting the environment, then apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.

Recruitment Process:

Closing Date - 14th May 2025

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!

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.