System Planning Lead: Strategic Asset & Investment Leader

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in the United Kingdom is seeking a strategic-thinking System Planning Lead to lead the development of asset plans and oversee capital maintenance. This role involves managing a team to prioritize investments and drive long-term planning for water systems. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience, a solid understanding of asset management, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary from £62,215 to £75,000

26 days holiday increasing to 30

Car allowance

Annual bonus

Generous pension scheme

Private medical health care

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and management experience, able to inspire teams.
• Solid understanding of asset management and engineering practices.
• Good grasp of regulatory frameworks impacting water and wastewater management.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to develop strategic and in-AMP Asset Plans.
• Oversee Capital Maintenance planning and risk mitigation.
• Drive long-term planning that supports price reviews.
• Influence strategic investment for asset planning.

Skills

Leadership and management experience

Asset management knowledge

Exceptional communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Understanding of regulatory frameworks

Education

Degree qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

A leading water utility company in the United Kingdom is seeking a strategic-thinking System Planning Lead to lead the development of asset plans and oversee capital maintenance. This role involves managing a team to prioritize investments and drive long-term planning for water systems. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience, a solid understanding of asset management, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career growth.