Distribution Network Performance Analyst

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 £33,932 - £42,377 (pending 4.5% increase from April 2025)
• Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year).
• Attractive pension scheme (Currently up to 10% company contribution, which will increase to 12% from April 2025)
• 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:  Hybrid Working

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

We have two exciting opportunities for Distribution Network Performance Analysts to join the Water Service Delivery 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 Service Delivery are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators. 

Where you fit in:

As a key member of the Leakage Analytics team within the Leakage department, the Distribution Network Performance Analyst is pivotal in maintaining the distribution network model. This role demands ownership of the integrity and configuration of the network models and the reporting of DMAs within Net base, contributing to the final reported leakage figure.

As our Distribution Network Performance Analyst, you will

Minimise any adverse impacts of network or asset failures to provide confidence in leakage reporting. Analysts must ensure accurate interpretation of corporate data sources, ownership of data completeness and quality issues whilst maintaining the company's ~5000 flow loggers in partnership with the data maintenance and leakage engineering teams.

What skills & qualifications you will need:

• Advanced Analytical Skills: proven track record in interpreting and analysing complex data.
• Hydraulic Knowledge: In-depth understanding of water network and pipeline engineering hydraulics.
• Superior Communication Skills; an empathetic attitude; builds successful relationships with stakeholders.
• Self-Management and Initiative: can work independently; manages multiple tasks; meets deadlines; demonstrates initiative.
• Team Collaboration: Support colleagues; works collaboratively; value others' input.
• Change Management: Experience in supporting and embedding change.
• Negotiation and Influence: Ability to negotiate and influence at higher levels; driving key initiatives and outcomes.
• Commitment and Flexibility: Unwavering commitment; thrives under pressure calmly and rationally.

You will also benefit from having:

• Netbase Proficiency: Advanced user of Netbase; deep understanding of leakage calculations.
• Target Achievement: Proven experience in delivering against challenging business targets.
• Advanced Excel User: Proficiency in advanced Excel functions and data analysis.

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 Distribution Network Performance 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

Recruitment Process

Closing date - 20th March 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.