Resource Engineer

Job Description

Water Service Delivery - Resource EngineerSalary: £28,228 to £35,285 (Depending on experience) + Company Vehicle + 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holiday + PensionLocation:North, Bradford, Keighley, Harrogate, and Leeds area*Confined space working and working at height are part of the role and will therefore require a medical. You will also be required to work on a standby rota*Purpose of the roleWe are currently looking for a Resource Engineer who will manage workload and resources to efficiently operate raw water assets. You will have ownership and responsibility for the output and performance of raw water assets, ensuring deliveryof service, compliance and value targets. You will ensure water is always delivered to the right quality and quantity at the right time, providing a customer service experience that is second to none.Key AccountabilitiesAs our Resource Engineer, you will be working with the team to deliver excellent performance by understanding how individual performance links to achieving wider team objectives. You will also:

• Operate within Water Quality Manual Procedures and ensure compliance with statutory requirements (Water Quality, Environment Agency, H&S, The Reservoirs Act, Water Industries Act 1991)
• Maintain and promote a safe working environment at all times, both for colleagues and customers
• Operate raw water assets, achieving financial targets for unit costs within regulatory compliance and in accordance with WRAP guidelines to deliver the optimum resource
• Demonstrate financial awareness when making day to day business decisions and be responsible for the financial expenditure relating directly to the cost of water production and asset maintenance (excluding salaries).
• Liaise with other bodies where necessary (Estate owners, Planning Authorities, National Parks, Environment Agency and Farmers etc.) in response to customer enquiries and/or complaints, resolving issues and implementing solutions
• Demonstrate relentless drive, energy and determination to deliver sustainable outperformance for YW that rigorously achieves our vision to overachieve against demanding competitive industry benchmarks
• Be aware of the interaction of activities (planning issues, herbicide spraying, private spring supplies etc.) on other parts of the business and communicate/liaise with internal stakeholders as required.

Knowledge and Skills RequiredEssentialOur Resource Engineer will have previous experience of supporting and embedding change, able to influence and drive the right culture and behaviours, with in-depth knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and requirements. You will also:

• Be able to meet deadlines in a pressured working environment and prioritise work to meet demands
• Have the ability to ensure team performance delivers the workload, informing and updating the wider business
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external
• Demonstrate excellent planning and organisational skills, with experience of delivering against challenging business targets
• Be customer-focused and keen to drive continuous improvement throughout the business
• Be proficient in use of IT with the ability to learn new IT systems.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a commercially orientated and/or regulated environment
• Previous experience gained within the water or waste water sectors, or within the broader utilities, process or manufacturing industry sectors.
• Hold a recognised course in Reservoir Safety Supervision

*To reiterate: Confined space working and working at height are part of the role and will therefore require a medical. You will also be required to work on a standby rota*If you feel this opportunity is suitable and you match the skills required, please apply online and complete the application process. Please upload an up-to-date copy of your CV and cover letter, outlining your relevant experience for the role.Recruitment Process:Advert End Date: 20 February 2023Interviews: Week commencing 27 February 2023