Water Network Operations Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a rapidly growing utilities and regulated NAV business as a Network Operations Manager, overseeing clean water and wastewater operations. This full-time, permanent role is ideal for someone with a strong background in utility network management looking to step into a senior role with real impact and long-term growth potential.

As the business expands across new and existing developments, this role offers exceptional benefits, a competitive salary, and clear scope for career progression within a forward-thinking, fast-paced organisation.

Why join this business?

* Excellent salary + strong benefits package

* Real progression opportunities as the business scales

* Key role in delivering sustainable utility services

* Work with a collaborative, experienced team

* Company actively investing in people, systems, and innovation

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of clean and wastewater networks... from planning and monitoring to quality control and emergency response. This includes:

* Managing clean water and wastewater connections, commissioning, sampling, inspections, and maintenance

* Overseeing fault reporting, resolution, and escalation procedures with service providers

* Ensuring full compliance with Ofwat, DWI, Environment Agency and other UK water quality standards

* Leading asset management processes, document control, and technical records

* Supporting site inspections, auditing, and the onboarding of new developments

* Maintaining operation and maintenance schedule for clean water infrastructure and pumping stations

* Assisting with emergency planning for supply interruptions or contamination incidents

Experience required

* 5+ years’ experience in a water utility or multi-utility operations role

* Strong knowledge of UK water regulations and operational standards (e.g. WIRS, ISO 9001)

* Experience managing construction-phase water infrastructure, audits, and commissioning

* Familiarity with root cause analysis, quality planning, and non-conformance processes

* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

* Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and IT proficiency (Microsoft Office)

* A proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving and process improvement

You’ll work cross-functionally with engineering, development, and compliance teams, helping to shape safe, efficient, and scalable utility networks.

Apply now to join a business that’s not only growing fast—but doing it the right way