A company car lease/allowance scheme (£500 per month/£6,000 per year, based on full-time employment on joining the company). You can opt to sign up to the EV Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme 6 months after joining the company.
A great benefits package – choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
Location: This role will initially be based in Foxbridge Logistics Centre in Normanton but we’re moving our Logistics Centre to Leeds Valley Park in winter 2026, so you’ll be based there in the future - Hybrid Working (2-3 days office a week – Bradford/Leeds)
Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Contracted Maintenance Manager to join the Asset Maintenance department at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you?
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. Asset Maintenance are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.
As our Contracted Maintenance Manager, you'll lead a team responsible for delivering contracted maintenance across Yorkshire Water's operational assets. From water treatment works and pumping stations to wastewater facilities and network infrastructure, you'll help ensure our assets remain safe, compliant, reliable and efficient.
Working closely with operational teams, engineering specialists, procurement colleagues and supply chain partners, you'll develop maintenance strategies that support long-term asset health, regulatory compliance and value for customers. You'll play a key role in making sure the right contractors, frameworks and processes are in place to support the delivery of high-quality maintenance services across our water and wastewater operations.
Are you passionate about leading people, building strong partnerships, and helping deliver essential services that millions of customers rely on every day?
You'll be a key member of the Maintenance Support team, leading both people and performance across contracted maintenance activities.
This is a highly collaborative role where you'll work with colleagues across Asset Delivery, Operations, Engineering, Commercial Services and Procurement to ensure maintenance programmes are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with regulatory requirements.
What skills & qualifications you will need:
We're looking for an inspiring and collaborative leader who enjoys bringing people together, influencing positive outcomes and making a lasting impact.
Experience leading teams within utilities, engineering, maintenance, asset management or operational environments.
You will also benefit from having:
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're excited about the opportunity to help deliver vital water and wastewater services and believe you can make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.
Advert Closes: 6th September 2026
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 committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible.
If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required.
Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.
