Head of Water Resources & Transmission

We are looking for a strategic senior operations leader to play a critical role in overseeing our Water Resource Assets. These comprise the groundwater, surface river, fisheries and reservoir resources, and the operation of the Thames Water Ring Main that supplies central London.

We provide an essential service, and in this role, you will be able to significantly influence our ability to supply fresh water to our millions of customers and the communities we serve, both today and in the future.

This is an exciting high-profile position, and you will be part of the Water Leadership Team and have joint responsibility for delivery of the Company Business Plan, Customer, Outcome Delivery Incentives (ODIs), and Performance Commitments.

Main areas of focus for the Head of Water Resources & Transmission

• Health & Safety – You will promote, lead and be accountable for the health, safety and well-being of your team and those around you by ensuring consistent safe working practices are transitioned and embedded across all the team.
• Operational Performance – Management of the safe operation of our water resources while offering support and guidance on complex tasks that require industry expertise.
• Risk Management – Working closely with the Water Director to understand the regional risks that exists throughout transition and as the operation is embedded into the regional teams.
• Finance – You will be managing the TOTEX budget for all water resource assets over £100m, as well as the operational budget for the Thames water Ring Main and associated assets.
• As a partner to the wider leadership team, you will share insight and trends on cost drivers and potential efficiencies. You will also present costing plans to deliver operational performance.
• People & Engagement - Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure we have consistent cross regional cultural plans within the operational teams and embed a culture aligned to Thames Water values.

Base location – this is a hybrid role with a flexible base location across our London and Reading sites. Travel and on-site collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers will be a requirement.

Working hours are Monday to Friday, 36 hours a week.

What you should bring to the role 

• Senior operational experience within the water industry, utilities or large production or infrastructure environment with the ability to manage a complex Totex budget of more than £100m.
• Broad understanding of the industry, business, regulatory framework and market and the ability to apply commercial acumen to strategic planning.
• Ability to influence at senior stakeholder level and experience managing external contractor teams.
• Successful organisational operational delivery with people and change management experience.
• Track record of delivery within general management and senior positions, along with appreciable experience across a range of functions.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £80,000 per annum.
• Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays)
• Car Allowance.
• Annual Bonus.
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Private Medical Health Care.
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Find out more about our benefits and perks

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job, and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values 

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, if you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference in millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process. We aim to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.