Flow Technology Development Manager - Water Recycling

Location
Based in the Anglian Water region — hybrid working, including home and working across operational sites and office locations as required.
Hours
Full-time with flexibility for part-time arrangements.
Salary
Starts at £50,000 (circa, dependent on skills and experience) plus Car Allowance.
Benefits
Private healthcare, virtual GP service for you and your household, double-matched pension (up to 18% combined).
About the Role
The water industry is transforming — faster, bolder, smarter. As a Flow Technology Development Manager within our pioneering Flow team, you will lead innovation and technology development across Water Recycling assets to improve flow compliance and environmental outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to re-imagine what’s possible for Water Recycling by scouting new technologies, rethinking traditional processes, and delivering practical, evidence-based change that benefits customers and the environment.
You will spark new ideas and drive innovation projects from concept through to strategy and solution, initiate and manage programmes transforming Water Recycling system operations, collaborate closely with operational teams, and ensure alignment with long-term business goals. You will also champion best practices, build strong connections, and inspire curiosity and creativity within your team.
This is your chance to shape the future of water through learning, curiosity, and innovation, making a meaningful impact on millions of people.
Experience
- Proven track record of initiating solutions to overcome complex technical problems.
- Experience in systems-based thinking, ideally within the water industry.
- Relevant hands-on experience within Water Recycling.
- Solid understanding of Water Recycling assets and processes.
- Proven ability to build productive, credible relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Confident user of IT systems and applications with outstanding IT capability.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
About You
- A curious, motivated individual excited by the future of water.
- A strong communicator who can bring ideas to life and inspire others.
- Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and deliver at pace.
- A logical thinker who knows when to analyse and when to act.
- Experienced in leading, supporting, and developing teams to deliver high-quality innovation outcomes.
Qualifications
Not explicitly stated, but relevant experience and skills in Water Recycling and innovation management are essential.
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