Director of Water Resources
We are seeking an experienced Director of Water Resources to provide strategic leadership across the planning, development, management, and protection of water resources. This senior role will shape long-term programmes that support reliable, sustainable, and resilient water services while balancing environmental, regulatory, financial, and community priorities. The successful candidate will advise senior stakeholders, lead multidisciplinary teams, and represent the organisation in discussions with regulators, public bodies, partners, and other interested parties.
Key responsibilities will include developing and implementing water resource strategies, investment plans, and operational policies; overseeing demand forecasting, supply-demand analysis, drought and resilience planning, and resource allocation; and ensuring that projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with relevant legislation and environmental standards. You will monitor emerging risks, climate impacts, technological developments, and regulatory changes, translating these into clear recommendations and practical action plans. The role will also involve managing budgets, performance targets, technical assurance, procurement activity, and relationships with consultants, contractors, landowners, and external agencies.
Applicants should bring substantial senior-level experience in water resources, environmental management, infrastructure, utilities, or a closely related field, together with a strong understanding of water planning, catchment management, regulation, and sustainability. A relevant degree or equivalent professional experience is required; professional accreditation or membership of an appropriate institution would be advantageous. You will be an influential communicator and confident decision-maker, able to explain complex technical issues to varied audiences and build effective partnerships. Strong commercial awareness, programme leadership, analytical capability, and experience managing high-performing teams are essential. A commitment to integrity, public value, environmental stewardship, inclusion, and continuous improvement is expected.
Director of Water Resources
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