Pumping Solutions Technical Specialist

Kelda Group Limited 0000411940 - Kelda Group Limited; Normanton and Altofts; On-site; GBP 48,454 - 60,568; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary band 4a

Annual bonus

Pension 12%

Wellness days

Life assurance 4x salary

Health plan

Dental insurance

Cycle to work

Gym discounts

Retail savings

Online GP

Job summary

Yorkshire Water is seeking a Pumping Solutions Technical Specialist to join the Asset Maintenance team. You will design, manage and deliver temporary pumping and mitigation solutions across our network from concept to installation, commissioning and handover, ensuring safety, compliance and cost-effectiveness.

Based in Normanton with future move to Leeds, this permanent, full-time role (37 hours/week) collaborates with Operations, MEICA, procurement and finance to deliver excellent service for

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent qualification in a technical discipline.
• Proven pump hire sector and/or water industry experience.
• Understanding of fluid dynamics and pumping technologies.
• Knowledge of temporary and permanent pumping systems and how to diagnose issues.

Responsibilities

• Review mitigation requests and assess deliverables using internal resources and equipment.
• Design temporary pumping solutions to support maintenance and mitigate asset failures.
• Deliver pumping solutions end-to-end and manage projects independently.
• Collaborate with Operations and MEICA to develop practical solutions.
• Lead mid-to-large projects through full lifecycle: concept, design, delivery, commissioning, handover.
• Procure, manage, and coordinate subcontractors including site surveys and RAMS reviews.
• Prepare project costings with commercial oversight of spend and subcontractor performance.
• Promote new technologies and improved delivery methods to enhance service performance.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships and ensure proactive communication.
• Ensure alignment with KPIs and customer/supplier performance.

Skills

NVQ Level 3

HNC

Pumping technologies

Fluid dynamics

Project management

CDM 2015

Subcontractor management

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

MS Project

Excel

Education

NVQ Level 3 / HNC or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft 365

Excel

Visio

MS Project

Job description

Pumping Solutions Technical Specialist

• We offer a competitive salary (salary band 4a) depending on experience from £48,454 to £60,568 depending on experience.
• 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 Pumping Solutions Technical Specialist progression plan
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - plus two extra wellness days!
• 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: This role will initially be based in Normanton but we’re moving our office to Leeds Valley Park in 2026, so you’ll be based there in the future.

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

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pumping Solutions Technical Specialist 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?

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. Asset Maintenance are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.

As a Pumping Solutions Technical Specialist, you’ll play a key role in keeping our customers and operations running smoothly by designing, managing, and delivering temporary pumping and mitigation solutions across our network. From the initial concept through to installation, commissioning, and final sign-off, you’ll provide technical expertise and project leadership to ensure solutions are safe, compliant, cost-effective, and fit for purpose.

Working closely with operational, engineering, and delivery teams, you’ll put the customer at the heart of everything you do, building strong relationships and delivering against agreed service standards and KPIs. You’ll also drive innovation and continuous improvement, helping us make the best use of in-house resources, reduce operational risks, and improve outcomes for our customers and the environment.

Where you fit in

You’ll be part of the Operational Support Team, providing specialist technical expertise for temporary pumping and mitigation activities across the business.

In this role, you will

• Review mitigation requests and assess what can be delivered using internal resources and equipment.
• Design temporary pumping solutions to support planned maintenance activities and mitigate the risk of pumping asset failures.
• Act as the Person Managing Work Activity (PMWA) for the installation and decommissioning of temporary pumping solutions.
• Deliver pumping solutions end-to-end, managing projects independently to meet operational requirements.
• Work collaboratively with Operations and MEICA Delivery teams to develop practical, customer-focused solutions.
• Lead medium to large-scale and technically complex projects through the full lifecycle, from concept and design to delivery, commissioning, and handover.
• Procure, manage, and coordinate specialist subcontractors, including site surveys, quotations, RAMS reviews, installation methodologies, and site controls.
• Prepare project costings and quotations while maintaining commercial oversight of external spend and subcontractor performance.
• Provide technical expertise and identify opportunities to introduce new technologies, improve delivery methods, and enhance service performance.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across the business, ensuring customers and operational teams remain informed and engaged throughout project delivery.
• Monitor and deliver against agreed customer KPIs through proactive communication and effective expectation management.
• Work closely with Procurement, Finance, Engineering, and external suppliers to ensure efficient project delivery and robust supplier performance.
• Contribute to key business outcomes including reducing external spend, minimising asset downtime, preventing pollution events, and improving stakeholder satisfaction.
• Champion SHEQ standards and promote a culture of safety, quality, and compliance across staff, subcontractors, and customers.

What skills & qualifications you will need

• NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent qualification in a relevant technical discipline.
• Proven experience within the pump hire sector and/or water industry.
• Practical understanding of fluid dynamics, pumping technologies, and associated civil and electrical principles.
• Strong knowledge of temporary and permanent pumping systems, with the ability to diagnose issues and develop effective technical solutions.
• Demonstrable project management experience, including planning, coordinating, and delivering multiple concurrent projects.
• Working knowledge of CDM 2015 and the application of regulatory requirements to temporary works and site delivery.
• Experience managing subcontractors and external suppliers in a technical or operational environment.
• Strong commercial awareness, including preparing quotations, project cost control, and supplier management.
• Confident communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to explain technical information clearly to a range of audiences.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Competent user of Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Visio, and MS Project.
• Full UK driving licence (No more than six points)

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 proven experience within the pump hire sector and/or water industry 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. Please make sure to upload an up to date CV and covering letter.

Advert Close: 31/07/2026

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.