Bristol Water Access \u0026 Recreations Manager in Somerset, Weston-super-Mare

Job Description \u003cfigure data-alignment=\"center\" class=\"relative\" style=\"width:fit-content;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\" - cdn.com/images/s3/teamtailor - production/gallery_picture - v6/image_uploads/7bfe4c49 -2da0-42bc-bbdc- 98b24f0e2eef/original.png\ " alt=\"RS4265_Bristol logo.png\" title=\"\" width=\"100\" height=\"162\" data-alignment=\"center\" style=\"width:100px;max-width:100px;height:162px;\" \u003e\u003c/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowered by Water, Driven by Purpose\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt Bristol Water, we've been serving generations of families since 1846. Ensuring people in our communities have access to healthy water is paramount, which is why we work around the clock testing our water hundreds of times a day.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe 're proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we're working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReady to make a splash? \u003cstrong\u003eJoin our team today.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c/strong\u003e Bristol Water Reservoir Estate (Chew Valley, Blagdon, Cheddar and surrounding sites)\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContract:\u003c/strong\u003e 12 Month Fixed Term Contract\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalary: \u003c/strong\u003e £33,00 - £ 35,000\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShape the future of access and recreation across some of the South West's most valued natural environments\u003c/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe 're looking for an experienced and passionate \u003cstrong\u003eAccess \u0026amp; Recreation Manager\u003c/strong\u003e to lead the safe, sustainable and compliant management of public access and recreational activities across Bristol Water's reservoir sites.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an exciting and varied role that sits at the intersection of environmental stewardship, recreation, stakeholder engagement and operational delivery. You'll work alongside environmental specialists, operational teams and external partners to ensure our reservoir sites remain safe, accessible and environmentally protected for customers, communities and wildlife alike.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat you'll be doing:\u003c/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Access \u0026amp; Recreation Manager, you'll be responsible for overseeing both operational and regulatory activities associated with public access and recreation across our reservoir estate.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey responsibilities will include:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeveloping and delivering Bristol Water's Access \u0026amp; Recreation strategy.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducing and implementing access management plans informed by site and desktop surveys.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupporting environmental improvement programmes and regulatory commitments.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eProviding public site safety access expertise to operational teams.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWorking closely with regulators, local authorities and conservation organisations.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eManaging stakeholder relationships including water sports clubs, anglers, local businesses and community groups.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeading water safety initiatives and public awareness campaigns.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eOverseeing inspections, signage, public access routes and visitor facilities.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eManaging recreational events and ensuring appropriate permissions and compliance measures are in place.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupporting environmental and public incident response and risk management activities.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eMonitoring recreation data and performance measures, contributing to corporate reporting and business improvement initiatives.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdentifying opportunities to enhance recreational facilities while protecting environmental assets.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexibility:\u003c/strong\u003e This role is primarily Monday t