Technical Team Leader - Flow & Spill in Bradford

Company Description

Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.

Location

Hybrid working – 3 office/site days per week.

Employment Type

Permanent, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Team Leader to join the Wastewater Service Delivery Team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers.

What We Do

Yorkshire Water provides essential water and wastewater services to the Yorkshire region, safeguarding communities, protecting the environment, and planning for the future. Our Flow & Spill team plays a vital role in delivering exceptional performance across storm overflows, pass‑forward flow compliance, storm storage optimisation, and network performance.

Where You Fit In

• Lead and support a team of technical specialists focused on flow and spill performance.
• Provide scientific, technical, and operational direction for flow and spill‑related assets.
• Analyse and interpret operational data to identify risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and track action plans to ensure compliance with environmental permits and internal performance targets.
• Collaborate with operational teams, asset management, permitting, and regulatory teams to align strategies and deliver improvements.
• Represent Yorkshire Water in audits and site visits with the Environment Agency.
• Support the development and implementation of management systems and procedures.
• Coach and mentor team members, fostering a high‑performing, collaborative culture.

What Skills & Qualifications You Will Need

• Strong leadership and people management experience.
• In‑depth understanding of wastewater processes and environmental compliance.
• Experience working in a regulated industry.
• Proven ability to influence across multiple levels of the business and externally.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and collaborative working skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities.
• Experience in change management, conflict resolution, and strategy delivery.
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex technical and financial information.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own car.

Additional Experience (Desirable)

• Experience developing and implementing management systems.
• Background in coaching and mentoring technical teams.
• Familiarity with risk registers and investment planning.

Benefits

• Competitive salary £46,497 – £55,733 (depending on experience).
• Company car benefit (subject to mileage and policy criteria).
• Annual incentive‑related bonus up to £1,000.
• Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution).
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an extra wellness day.
• Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary.
• Health cash plan, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex, partner cover.
• Retail savings scheme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts, and more.

Accessibility

We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes, please include this information in your application. We will discuss reasonable adjustments.

Application Process

Please apply as soon as possible to ensure you are considered. For further steps, you may be required to undergo pre‑employment checks, including Basic Disclosure Check and, if applicable, a Counter‑Terrorist or Security Check. All roles require a medical questionnaire and may require additional medicals.