Flood Risk & Engagement Engineer

Location: Bradford / Hybrid Working, travel across the Yorkshire region is an essential part of the role

Work type: Temporary position for 9 x months. Working full time, 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday between a working window of 8:00am-6:00pm

We have an exciting opportunity for a Flood Risk & Engagement Engineer to join the Strategy & Regulation 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.

Strategy & Regulation are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.

The Strategic Partnership team has an opportunity for a 9 month fixed term position into our team as a Flood Risk Engineer. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work in partnership with other organisations to increase the flood resilience in Yorkshire and learn the intricacies of partnership working. Tasks include sharing information, producing reports and collaborating with Local Councils and the Environment Agency to achieve the requirements of the Flood and Water Management Act. You will also play a key role in supporting colleagues within the partnership team alongside building customers and community awareness of Flood Risk and the roles and responsibilities associated with Flood Risk management. This is a great opportunity to work in an innovative team forging new partnerships across the region.

Where you fit in:

As our Flood Risk & Engagement Engineer, you will ensure that Yorkshire Water fulfil their duties as a Risk Management Authority under the Floods & Water Management Act, by supporting and working with local councils and the Environment Agency to reduce Flood Risk in the region and protect and enhance the company’s reputation and to be seen as experts in Flood Risk Management.

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What skills & qualifications you will need-

• You will have a valid UK driving licence, as travel is a key requirement of the role
• Technical knowledge of the sewer network
• Strong customer service ethos
• Experience of understanding where your role/team’s role fits within a business plan and then implementing plans to deliver the outputs.
• To be able to develop and maintain effective internal and external relationships particularly with key stakeholders
• Excellent influencing and communication skills
• Knowledge and understanding of project management would be advantageous for the role
• Previous experience gained within the water or waste water sectors or within the broader utilities, process or manufacturing industry sectors

Although our assets are operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year the company is committed to support flexible work patterns and job share options, where possible, to give you more control over your time and responsibilities. Whether you have child-care responsibilities or are looking for the ideal work-life balance our flexible options can offer work patterns that suit your needs.

If you’re an experienced environmental or water industry 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 you feel this opportunity is suitable and you match the skills required, then please apply online and complete the application process. Please upload an up-to-date copy of your CV with a cover letter, outlining your relevant experience for the role.

Recruitment Process:

Closing Date: 7th April, 2024

We are proud to serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply.
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.

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.