Water Resources Modelling Manager – PYWR, Aquator, or MISER

Advance Training and Recruitment Services is hiring a Water Resources Modelling Manager to lead the development of water resource models using tools like PYWR, Aquator, or MISER. The role involves ensuring sustainable operations, shaping water policy, and collaborating with stakeholders. The position offers a salary of £55,000 – 70,000, is permanent and full-time, and allows for remote work with occasional travel to the Bradford office.
Job Title: Water Resources Modelling Manager
Salary: £55,000 – 70,000 (dependent on experience)
Location: UK WIDE – Travel to Bradford office when required (home/office arrangement)
Type: Permanent, full-time (37 hours per week, Monday-Friday)

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Water Resources Modelling Manager to join the Strategy & Regulation team at our client. In this role, you will lead the development of water resource models using advanced tools such as PYWR, Aquator, or MISER. You will ensure sustainable operations for water production assets by evaluating the impacts of growth, climate change, and drought. You’ll also play a pivotal role in shaping both regional and national water policy.

About Our Client:

Our client provides essential water and wastewater services across the region, ensuring clean, safe drinking water is always available. Beyond this core service, they champion environmental stewardship and community wellbeing. With significant investment and evolving regulations, they are driving innovation and change in the water industry.

Key Responsibilities:
• Act as the technical expert for hydrology, water resource modelling, and climate change adaptation.
• Develop water resource models using PYWR, Aquator, or MISER to inform operational and strategic decision-making.
• Lead the creation of 5-year Water Resource Management Plans and regional plans, producing supply forecasts and drought assessments.
• Ensure water resource planning models are robust, audited, and aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Provide specialist advice on reservoir control rules, drought orders, and compliance-related issues.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support production planning and regulatory submissions.

What Our Client is Looking For:
• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Hydrology, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in water resources, with proficiency in using PYWR, Aquator, or MISER.
• A track record of developing sustainable strategies to meet challenging business and environmental targets.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with experience engaging stakeholders (e.g., regulatory bodies, other water companies).
• Proven experience with technical report writing and corporate presentations.
• A valid UK driving licence (maximum of 6 points).

What Our Client Offers:
• Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
• Company car lease/allowance (£2,510 cash allowance).
• Annual performance-related bonus (up to 10% of salary).
• Private healthcare (self-only coverage).
• Attractive pension scheme (up to 10% company contribution).
• Life assurance (4x pensionable salary).
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + an extra wellness day.
• Flexible benefits, including critical illness insurance, dental cover, retail savings, and more.
• Access to an online GP service, cycle-to-work scheme, gym discounts, and additional wellness perks.

Eligibility:

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK and available to travel to operational sites / offices across the Yorkshire region (mainly Bradford)

Opportunity for Growth:

Our client values flexible working patterns and job-sharing options (where possible) to help employees maintain a healthy work-life balance. With the water industry evolving in response to new challenges, this is a perfect opportunity to grow your career while making a significant impact.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.