Programme Lead - Fixed Term Contract to 31st December 2027

Mininginformation; Mansfield; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension up to 29% employer

27.5 days annual leave + bank holidays

Wellbeing support and benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Mining Remediation Authority is seeking a Programme Lead to guide day‑to‑day delivery of projects within the Inland Saline Mine Water Programme. You will shape strategy, develop delivery plans and ensure value for money while managing a portfolio across surveys, investigations, pilots to major remediation schemes.

You will lead delivery, support Project Managers, manage risks, budgets and governance, and work with technical, commercial and safety teams to achieve outcomes and build capability

Qualifications

• Experience leading projects or programmes in construction, environmental or remediation sectors.
• Strong leadership, coaching and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of a portfolio of complex projects to deliver safe, efficient outcomes.
• Provide leadership, coaching and support to Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.
• Input into programme planning, resource allocation, risk management and budget control.
• Drive continuous improvement and help shape future delivery strategies.
• Champion a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture.

Job description

About You

Are you an experienced project or programme professional with a track record of delivering construction, environmental or remediation projects?

Do you enjoy leading and developing teams, managing competing priorities, and turning strategic objectives into successful project outputs?

Do you want to play a key role in shaping the future direction and delivery of a significant environmental programme?

If so, read on......

We are looking for a proactive, motivated and collaborative Programme Lead to join our delivery team on the Inland Saline Mine Water Programme.

As a Programme Lead you will be expected to;

• Lead the delivery of a portfolio of complex projects, ensuring safe, efficient and successful outcomes.
• Provide leadership, coaching and support to Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.
• Input into programme planning, resource allocation, risk management and budget control.
  
• Drive continuous improvement and help shape future delivery strategies.
• Champion a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture.

About The Role

As Programme Lead, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and delivery of projects within the Inland Saline Mine Water Programme. Working closely with the Principal Delivery Manager, you will help shape programme strategy, develop long-term delivery plans and ensure successful achievement of programme outcomes.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will oversee a portfolio of projects at different stages of development, from surveys, investigations and pilot studies through to major infrastructure and environmental remediation schemes. Supporting the Project Managers you will be influencing programme planning, resource management, financial performance, risk management and governance, ensuring projects are delivered safely and provide value for money.

You will work collaboratively with technical specialists, commercial teams, property teams, health and safety professionals, operational colleagues and external stakeholders to solve challenges and drive successful outcomes. You will also play a key role in line managing and mentoring project delivery professionals, helping to build capability and strengthen programme performance across the team.

As part of the Salinity team, we are looking for an agile and forward-thinking leader who thrives in a dynamic environment, can manage competing priorities and is passionate about making a positive environmental impact. In return, you will have the opportunity to help shape an expanding programme, influence strategic decisions and support the delivery of nationally important work that protects people and the environment.

We don’t expect candidates to meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!

To find out more about the role, take a look at the job description.

Role location: Mansfield office with some flexible hybrid working.

Schedule:

Application closing date: September 13th

Sifting date: September 15th

Interviews: w/c September 21st

(If you are unavailable on these interview dates, please make us aware, and we will look at alternative dates)

Security:

Successful candidates must pass basic security checks and will be subject to UK Immigration requirements.

About Mining Remediation Authority

Why join us?

Make a real difference with flexibility, long‑term security and support for life outside work.

At the Mining Remediation Authority, you’ll do meaningful work that improves people’s lives and protects the environment, while building a sustainable and balanced career.

• Flexibility that fits your life – hybrid working and flexibility in how you manage your time
• Financial security for your future – including a pension with up to 29% employer contribution
• Time to recharge – 27.5 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to flex more days
• Support through life’s big moments – generous family leave and flexibility when you need it most
• Opportunities to grow – funded learning, development and professional subscriptions
• Wellbeing support you can use every day – including a monthly wellbeing allowance, confidential support and practical health benefits

Find out more about our full range of benefits and what it’s like to work with us here Life page

About us

At the Mining Remediation Authority, we make a real difference to people and places across Great Britain. From managing mining hazards to protecting the environment, our work keeps communities safe. We’re also playing an exciting role in the future of energy, helping to unlock mine water heat as a sustainable source to support the UK’s net zero ambitions. Our people are knowledgeable, collaborative and committed to doing the right thing for each other and for the communities we serve.

Why this matters

You’ll be joining an organisation that’s proud of the impact we make. We’re supportive, inclusive and genuinely care about delivering the right outcomes for communities across England, Scotland and Wales. Discover more about our work in our Business Plan

Inclusion matters to us

We’re committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from everyone.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants and those from minority ethnic backgrounds who meet the minimum criteria.

If you need any adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or call 01623 637000 we’re here to support you.