Integrated Water Manager

Integrated Water Manager

Competitive Salary

Work Type - Hybrid

Job Location – Warrington Base: Patch will cover Cumbria/Lancashire or Merseyside/Cheshire.

Role Type - Permanent

Employment Type - Full Time

Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

Benefits

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Car cash allowance - £5,000
• Up to 20% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

Job Purpose

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of delivering impactful change by embedding an Integrated Water Management approach within UU and collaborating closely with partners in a geography of the North West on water management challenges and planning. You will need a strong technical understanding and the ability to form close relationships with partners across the North West creating a complete joined up approach.

• Lead the delivery of Integrated Water Management capability for UU in a county/ies.
• Lead the development/ continuation of strong partnership working in a county/ies with responsibility for the health and direction of at least one strategic partnership.
• Lead the strategic direction on behalf of UU in a county/ies with relevant partners.
• Lead a small team working within a county/ies to understand partners’ strategic priorities, risks and opportunities alongside our own, aligning interests and developing opportunity pipelines for potential partnership working.
• Focal lead for a component of the partnership working capability and driving the maturity across the whole region towards the long term target and vision.
• Work for the Head of Integrated Water Management and deputise when required.

There are two roles and they will focus on either Cumbria/Lancashire or Merseyside/Cheshire. Please state your location preference on your application.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• A degree or post graduate qualification in a relevant discipline, or degree calibre with significant relevant experience.
• Significant experience of collaborative working with both internal and external stakeholders and partner organisations
• Experienced at programme planning and management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to demonstrate an ability to influence and inspire others
• A good understanding of the wide range of plans for water such as DWMP, WRMP, RBMP, FRMP as well as water policy
• A good understanding of the operation of the water, wastewater systems and the interaction with other drainage systems and the natural environment

Technical Skills & Experience

• Desirable to be Chartered or working towards chartership (CIWEM or equivalent)

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.