About this role
<p><span style="font-size:18.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Innovation Project Manager</span></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">*** 12-month fixed term contract with the possibility of extension/permanency ***</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Are you ready to make a real impact and shape the future? Join our dynamic Innovation Team at Yorkshire Water and help us provide the best possible service to our customers while protecting the environment. We're looking for curious minds who are passionate about innovation and eager to make a difference.</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Why you'll love working with us:</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Competitive Salary: </strong>4b, £45,205 - £56,506 based on experience and development</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Development in Role: </strong>Role specific progression plan to support and enable personal development. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Annual Bonus: </strong>Up to £1,000 based on company performance.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Fantastic Benefits: </strong>Enjoy a generous pension scheme with up to 12% employer contribution, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, 2 wellness days off work, life assurance cover, and optional benefits like health cash plans, dental insurance, and gym membership discounts.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Flexible Work Arrangements: </strong>Our hybrid working model allows you to balance office and home working, giving you the flexibility you need. Our office is based in Bradford, and we try to get there a couple of days of week to collaborate. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Career Growth: </strong>Take advantage of our training and development opportunities to advance your career.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">What You'll Be Doing: </span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">As an Innovation Project Manager, you'll be at the forefront of our efforts to enhance Yorkshire Water's performance for Customers and the Environment, through cutting edge research, and development of new and innovative solutions and ways of working. Your role will involve:</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Managing delivery of projects from concept to handover, ensuring they meet time, cost, and quality standards.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Collaborating with various departments, including Asset Strategy, Asset Management, Procurement and Operations.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Building and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Embracing new challenges and finding innovative solutions.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">What we're looking for:</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Experience in project management or working in project teams.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">A passion for innovation and finding new ways to do things.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">A positive attitude and a growth mindset </span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Why Yorkshire Water? </span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">We provide essential services to over 5.4 million people in Yorkshire, ensuring they have clean and safe drinking water and removing wastewater. But we're more than just a water company. We care for communities, protect the environment, and contribute to the region's health, wellbeing, and prosperity. Join us and be part of a team that's making a real difference.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Work type: </span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">12-month fixed term contract. The role is available on a full-time basis of 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it's important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options where we can, to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling carer responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn't always easy!</span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Ready to Apply? </span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">If you're excited about the challenge and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, apply today and discover what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you. Please submit your CV and a covering letter to complete your application.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">We are proud to serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Just a Heads-up!! </strong>We may close this campaign as soon as a suitable candidate is found. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">No agencies please</span></p>