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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Water & Utilities Area Leader to oversee the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of operational activities across a defined geographical area. This role will provide visible leadership to site-based teams, ensuring reliable service, strong customer outcomes and consistent performance against operational, commercial and regulatory objectives.

You will be responsible for coordinating day-to-day activities across water and utility assets, working closely with engineering, maintenance, project, customer and supply chain teams. The successful candidate will promote a proactive, safety-led culture while ensuring work is planned and delivered to the required standards, timescales and budgets.

You will have substantial experience in water, utilities, infrastructure or a closely related operational environment, together with a proven record of leading teams and managing complex, geographically dispersed activities. You should be confident making decisions in demanding circumstances and able to balance operational priorities with customer, environmental and commercial considerations.

A relevant technical, engineering or management qualification is desirable, alongside knowledge of regulatory requirements, asset management principles, risk control and continuous improvement methods. Strong communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills are essential. The role may require travel across the area and participation in an out-of-hours or emergency response rota.

This is an opportunity to make a significant contribution to essential services while shaping performance, developing people and supporting long-term operational resilience. A competitive salary and benefits package is available, together with opportunities for professional development.