Environmental Specialist Environmental Assessment and Water Resources

Company description:

Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.
Job description:

Environmental Specialist (Environment Assessment and Water Resources) Hello! Thanks for stopping by.
Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water
We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience £37,438 - £46,798 (pending 4.5% increase from April 2025).
Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year)
Attractive pension scheme (Currently up to 10% company contribution, which will increase to 12% from April 2025)
Development opportunities in line with the Environmental Specialist progression plan
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus an extra wellness day!
Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary
A great benefits package choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
Retail savings scheme
Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!
Location:
Hybrid Working - We embrace a flexible working model, where our hybrid setup typically requires an average of at least 1 day in the office per week.
This could be slightly more when collaborative efforts, training or meeting deadlines demand it.
For those who prefer to work on-site, our office is open Monday-Friday during working hours.
Work type:
Permanent.
37 hours per week, Monday - Friday between the working window of 8:
00am-6:
00pm.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Specialist to join the Strategy & Regulation business area, supporting our strategic water resources programme.
Could this be you?
What we do:

Everyone has an idea of what a water company does.
Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away.
But for us, it's so much more than this.
We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire's water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year.
We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region's health, wellbeing, and prosperity.
The impacts of climate change, population growth and the need to protect the environment require us to take action to ensure resilient water supplies in the long-term.
To meet these challenges, we are embarking on a significant programme of water resource and environmental projects spanning our Water Resources Management Plan (WRMP), Strategic Resource Options (SRO) and Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) commitments.
Where you fit in
As an Environmental Specialist you will coordinate and provide environmental input into Yorkshire Water's water resources programme.
You will be based in the Environmental Assessment team within Yorkshire Water's Strategy & Regulation function but working closely with the Water Resources (WRMP, drought plan) and SRO teams.
The role will involve working with internal and external stakeholders to help shape the future of Yorkshire Water's long-term water resources strategy, developing a best value plan for customers and the environment.
You will:

Coordinate the environmental components of various environmental/water resources workstreams including WINEP studies, project/plan-level assessments and other strategic projects/research.
Work alongside Yorkshire Water colleagues and our strategic planning partners to ensure a joined-up approach to environmental assessment across the WINEP, WRMP and SRO programmes.
Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with regulators and external stakeholders.
Review/QA technical documents and contribute to/author Yorkshire Water reports.
If relevant, organise and/or supervise environmental surveys.
Collate and manage environmental data sources/evidence.
What skills and qualifications you will need:

Hold a degree in a relevant discipline (e.g.
Environmental Science, Geography, Hydrology, Environmental Impact Assessment) preferably with postgraduate qualifications.
Experience of working within the environmental science/assessment/planning sector (water industry or utilities experience desirable but not essential).
Experience of environmental assessment, preferably including Water Framework and Habitats Directive Regulations.
Working knowledge of environmental/planning legislation and ability to interpret and articulate business implications.
Self-motivated, enthusiastic team player with excellent organisational skills.
Ability to work within and across multi-disciplinary teams.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
Able to develop and maintain effective internal and external relationships.
The role will involve travel to different sites across Yorkshire, therefore you will need a UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, its important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life.
We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isnt always easy!
Do we sound like your cup of tea?
If youve got experience in Environmental Specialistand want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.
Please complete the online application andsubmit a covering letter and CV outlining your suitability for the role
Recruitment Process
Closing Date - 7th February 2025
If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment.
Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.
All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required.
We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone.
We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible.
If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application.
We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required.
Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur.
We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

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