Water Source and Supply Section Lead
Water Source and Supply Section Lead
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced water resources professional to lead a specialist section responsible for the reliable, sustainable and resilient management of water sources and supply systems. This role will oversee operational planning, technical assurance and the delivery of programmes that support security of supply, regulatory compliance and excellent customer outcomes.
You will provide strategic and day-to-day leadership to a multidisciplinary team, setting clear priorities and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. Working closely with operational, engineering, environmental, commercial and regulatory colleagues, you will ensure that water source and supply activities are effectively planned, risk-managed and aligned with wider business objectives.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of water source and supply plans, including demand forecasting, drought preparedness and resilience planning.
- Oversee the assessment, monitoring and optimisation of abstraction sources, treatment interfaces, storage assets and distribution arrangements.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, abstraction licences, drinking water standards, environmental obligations and internal policies.
- Manage technical investigations, performance reporting, risk assessments and the resolution of operational issues.
- Develop budgets, business cases and investment proposals, ensuring resources are used effectively and benefits are clearly demonstrated.
- Lead, coach and develop team members, promoting high professional standards and a strong safety culture.
- Build effective relationships with regulators, contractors, consultants, landowners and other external stakeholders.
About you
You will be an accomplished water resources, water supply or asset management professional with experience of leading teams and delivering complex programmes in a regulated environment. A sound understanding of hydrology, abstraction management, water balance modelling, operational resilience and environmental considerations is essential.
You will bring strong analytical, communication and decision-making skills, with the ability to translate technical information into clear recommendations for varied audiences. A relevant degree or equivalent professional experience is required, alongside demonstrable experience of programme management, risk management and stakeholder engagement. Membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous.
This is an excellent opportunity to influence long-term water security while making a meaningful contribution to sustainable and resilient services.
Water Source and Supply Section Lead
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