Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water:
* We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience, (5b), £26,016 - £32,137
* Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year)
* Attractive pension scheme (up to 10% company contribution)
* Development opportunities in line with the Project Coordinator progression plan
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays – plus an extra wellness day!
* Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary
* A great benefits package – choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
* Retail savings scheme
* Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!
Location: Western house, Bradford and Hybrid working (1-2 days per week in the office), including locations throughout the Yorkshire Region
Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Coordinator to join the Asset Delivery Team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you?
What we do:
Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it’s so much more than this.
We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire’s water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region’s health, wellbeing, and prosperity.
New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. The Asset Delivery team are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.
The Asset Delivery team department is accountable for delivering the Capital Construction Programme. This is achieved by delivering intelligent solutions, through collaboration, for sustainable out-performance. The Department is also accountable for commercial and contractual arrangements across the supply chain and to deliver leading and world class contract management processes.
Do you want to be part of a Yorkshire based company working towards a thriving region for both its customers and the environment? Our teams within Programme Delivery deliver projects that not only improve water and waste services for our customers but create a sustainable environment for all.
You will join a team of friendly and driven people from diverse backgrounds with wide ranging experience and have a flexible working contract that puts focus on work-life balance as your personal wellbeing is important to us. This is not just a job, it’s a career and as part of your role you will have the opportunity to work through a personal career progression plan. This allows you to focus on developing your potential and will also be supported by internal and external training opportunities.
Here at Yorkshire Water, we focus on building high performing teams and putting people at the heart of everything we do. We will give you the autonomy to get on with the job and contribute to sustainable solutions in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Where you fit in:
As a Project Coordinator you will:
* Act as support and liaison for all aspects of schemes, coordinating communications with regards to; purchase orders, contractors, general customer enquiries (internal and external) and to provide an essential support function for the whole team.
* Provide support to Project Managers in provision of project administration and governance management.
* Follow corporate governance processes and procedures for project delivery.
* Co-ordinate and manage the booking of team meetings, including the recording of actions and minutes.
* Raise and manage the progress of purchase orders and reporting issues.
* Produce financial data for projects, updating, monitoring and reporting.
What skills & qualifications you will need:
* Experience of developing and maintaining effective internal and external relationships.
* Strong organisational and communication skills.
* Report writing and presentation skills.
* Analytical and reporting skills.
* Experience of projects, partnership working and financial management.
* The ability to demonstrate the Yorkshire Water company values and behaviours.
You will also benefit from having:
* Knowledge of financial systems such as SAP.
* Previous experience in a commercially orientated and/or regulated environment.
* Previous experience gained within the water or waste water sectors or within the broader utilities, process or manufacturing industry sectors.
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 (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn’t always easy!
Do we sound like your cup of tea?
If you’ve got experience in Project Coordination and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.
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.
All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required.
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.
Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date (November 29th), should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.
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