Water Utility Planning Leader

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Water Utility Planning Leader

We are seeking an experienced Water Utility Planning Leader to shape long-term strategies that support resilient, efficient and sustainable water services. This is an influential role for a strategic thinker who can translate complex operational, environmental and regulatory requirements into practical investment and delivery plans.

You will lead the development and ongoing review of water utility plans, ensuring that future demand, asset performance, climate change, population growth and environmental objectives are fully considered. Working across engineering, operations, asset management, finance and customer-focused teams, you will provide clear direction and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead long-term water supply, resource and network planning activities.
  • Assess future demand, asset risks, resilience requirements and system capacity.
  • Develop evidence-based investment programmes and prioritise projects against strategic objectives.
  • Manage technical studies, modelling, data analysis and scenario planning.
  • Ensure plans reflect regulatory obligations, environmental standards and sustainability commitments.
  • Present recommendations, risks and investment cases to senior decision-makers.
  • Coordinate contributions from multidisciplinary teams, consultants and delivery partners.
  • Monitor progress against planning outcomes and identify opportunities for improvement.

About you

You will have substantial experience in water utility planning, asset planning, infrastructure strategy or a closely related discipline. A strong understanding of water resources, treatment, distribution networks, asset management and regulatory planning is essential. Experience using planning models, interpreting complex data and developing investment cases will be highly valued.

You will be confident influencing at senior level and able to explain technical issues clearly to both specialist and non-specialist audiences. Strong analytical, project management and communication skills are required, together with the ability to balance competing priorities and make sound, evidence-based decisions.

What is offered

This role offers the opportunity to influence major infrastructure decisions, improve resilience for customers and contribute to a more sustainable water future. Flexible working arrangements, professional development support and a comprehensive benefits package are available.

COMPETITIVE SALARY
Added 29/10/2026
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