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Company description: Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England. Job description: Smart Metering Analyst 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water: We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience 35,459 - 44,284 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 Smart Metering Analyst progression plan 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus an extra wellness day! 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 Bradford but were moving our office to Leeds Valley Park in summer 2026, so youll be based there in the future Hybrid working (1-2 days office a week) Work type: Secondment/Fixed Term Contract - 37 hours per week, Monday Friday. We have an exciting opportunity for a Smart Metering Analyst to join the Smart Metering team 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, its so much more than this. We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshires 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 regions 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. Smart Metering are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators. The Analyst role provides critical analytical support to enable the successful rollout of Yorkshire Waters smart metering programme, transforming rich meter data into meaningful insight that drives operational decision making, benefits realisation, and measurable demand reduction. Working closely with colleagues across technology, operations, leakage, and customer teams, the role will interpret complex datasets, identify trends and opportunities, and generate clear, actionable recommendations that maximise the value of smart metering. By underpinning programme delivery with robust analysis, evidence, and performance tracking, the Analyst will help ensure that smart metering contributes fully to improved efficiency, reduced consumption, and enhanced customer outcomes throughout AMP8. Where you fit in: As our Smart Metering Analyst you will Provide day to day analytical and ad hoc reporting support to the Management Team, responding quickly to insight requests and emerging questions. Produce and maintain BAU smart metering, leakage, and demand reports, ensuring outputs are accurate, timely, and easy for stakeholders to understand. Support project delivery by preparing datasets, undertaking analysis, and creating reporting that informs decisions and tracks progress. Improve and automate existing reports and processes to reduce manual effort, increase efficiency, and enhance data reliability. Support APR reporting for smart metering (AMI) by preparing required data inputs, validating outputs, and resolving data quality issues. Carry out data quality checks and work with data and asset teams to identify and resolve issues, improving confidence in reporting. Work closely with SMEs and delivery teams to translate complex data into simple, practical insight that supports operational action. Proactively build capability through self development, demonstrate commercial awareness, and comply with all relevant corporate governance requirements. What skills & qualifications you will need: Significant experience working with data and delivering high quality data analysis, ideally within the utilities sector. Must have previous utilities industry experience, with a strong understanding of operational data, performance metrics, and industry processes. Advanced skills in Excel, Power BI, and other analytical tools, with the ability to build, interpret, and communicate complex reports. Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, able to turn large datasets into clear, actionable insight. Experience in reviewing and quality checking the work of others, with the ability to build strong and effective working relationships across teams. Excellent communication skills, able to explain technical detail in a clear, simple, and engaging way to non technical stakeholders. You will also benefit from having: Previous experience gained within the water industry Previous experience in a regulated environment Knowledge of Water Networks reactive and planned maintenance processes & regulatory commitments Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, its 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 isnt always easy! Do we sound like your cup of tea? If youve got experience as a Smart Metering Analyst 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. Closing date 6th March 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. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required. Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible. TPBN1_UKTJ