Contracted Maintenance Manager

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.

Where you fit in:

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.

You will:

• Lead, support and develop a team, creating an environment where people can thrive and perform at their best.
• Build strong relationships with contractors, framework partners and suppliers to drive performance and value.
• Ensure statutory and regulatory maintenance activities are delivered safely and compliantly.
• Act as a key point of contact for maintenance suppliers and contracted service providers.
• Monitor contractor performance, addressing issues constructively while celebrating success.
• Manage maintenance budgets and support effective financial planning.
• Drive continuous improvement to help improve asset reliability, operational performance and customer outcomes.
• Help ensure Yorkshire Water continues to provide resilient water and wastewater services for the communities we serve.

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.

You will have:

• Experience leading teams and creating a positive, inclusive working environment.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety management within operational or engineering environments and a genuine commitment to safety, compliance and operational excellence.
• Experience managing maintenance contracts, suppliers or framework agreements.
• Experience leading teams within utilities, engineering, maintenance, asset management or operational environments.
• Experience overseeing contractor performance and holding suppliers accountable for delivery.
• Experience managing budgets and making informed commercial decisions and delivering value for money.
• Experience delivering safe and compliant maintenance programmes.
• Experience building strong partnerships across a range of technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders, contractors and suppliers.
• The confidence to challenge where needed while maintaining strong working relationships.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• The confidence to challenge where needed while maintaining strong working relationships.

You will also benefit from having:

• Experience working within the water, wastewater, utilities or regulated infrastructure sector.
• Knowledge of asset management principles and maintenance planning.
• A technical background in an engineering discipline.
• NEBOSH qualification or equivalent health and safety training.
• Experience managing statutory maintenance programmes.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, contract governance and supplier performance management.

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.

No agencies please.