Modeller

Yorkshire Water; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Yorkshire Water is looking for a Modeller to enhance their Strategy & Regulation team in Bradford. This role involves developing urban drainage models to support crucial assessments and regulatory outputs, contributing to environmental programs. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and experience in modelling, along with strong analytical and communication skills. Join us to make a difference in providing essential water services while driving innovation in the industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual incentive bonus

Attractive pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Flexible working options

Health cash plan

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant discipline with some modelling activity.
• Previous experience in urban drainage modelling.
• Competent in using modelling software.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality urban drainage models.
• Support strategic planning for wastewater management.
• Contribute to major regulatory outputs and drive innovation.

Skills

Data manipulation

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

Tools

InfoWorks ICM

GIS Software

Job description

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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 £44,000-£55,000
• Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year)
• Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)
• Development opportunities in line with the Modeller 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: Bradford / Hybrid Working (notionally 2-3 days in the office per week - Bradford)

Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Modeller to join the Strategy & Regulation 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 Strategy & Regulation team are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.

Join our Drainage and Wastewater team as a key technical specialist, producing high-quality models that support hydraulic, environmental, and strategic planning. You’ll help shape major regulatory outputs including the Storm Overflow Discharge Reduction Plan, WINEP, and DWMP, driving future wastewater investment.

This strategic role offers the chance to influence technical guidance, innovate with leading partners, and support delivery programmes. We welcome a range of specialisms and offer tailored development to grow your expertise in urban drainage, river hydraulics, and water quality modelling.

It’s an exciting time to join us as we deliver our largest environmental programmes in AMP8 and plan for long-term improvements across Yorkshire.

Where you fit in:

As our Modeller you will:

• Develop high-quality urban drainage models to support hydraulic and environmental water quality assessments.
• Contribute to long-term strategic planning for wastewater management.
• Support delivery of key regulatory outputs including: Storm Overflow Discharge Reduction Plan, Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP)Drainage and Wastewater Management Plan (DWMP)
• Shape technical guidance and drive innovation in modelling practices.
• Collaborate with leading contract partners and internal teams on investigative and delivery programmes.
• Apply and develop expertise across urban drainage, river hydraulics, and water quality modelling.
• Engage in AMP8 environmental programmes and future investment planning to improve outcomes for customers and the environment.

What skills & qualifications you will need:

• A degree in a relevant discipline including some modelling activity and/or previous experience in urban drainage modelling
• Competent in the use of specialist modelling software, e.g. InfoWorks ICM as used within Yorkshire Water
• Knowledge of how sewerage systems operate
• Strong data manipulation, analytical and problem-solving skills, with an eye for detail.
• Understanding of hydraulics and hydraulic calculations
• A working knowledge of GIS Software
• Able to communicate effectively (both verbally and written) and proven experience of developing and maintaining strong working relationships.

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 Modelling 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 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.

Closing date for this role is 1st November 2025