Operational Learning Partner
Location is flexible / Operational sites
Circa £55,000 per annum
We offer flexible working opportunities, which can be discussed further during the interview process.
Love learning. Drive change. Make a real difference.
At Anglian Water, our purpose is simple: to bring environmental and social prosperity to the region we serve. Behind that purpose is a highly skilled operational workforce – and that’s where you come in.
We’re looking for an Operational Learning Partner to play a pivotal role in shaping the capability, competence and future readiness of our operational teams.
This is a senior, influential role where you’ll translate business strategy into high-quality learning solutions, ensuring our people have the skills, confidence and accreditation they need to operate safely, compliantly and brilliantly.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll act as the strategic learning partner for your designated Business Unit, owning the end-to-end design and delivery of training and development solutions. This includes:
Leading the Licence to Operate (LTO) strategy and Competent Operator Framework for your business area
Designing and delivering high-quality technical and leadership development programmes
Managing competency assessments, development centres and professional reviews
Working closely with senior leaders, SMEs and external providers to ensure learning is fit for purpose, future-focused and compliant
Ensuring training supports our Organisational Delivery Indicators (ODIs), safety outcomes and regulatory obligations
Managing learning budgets effectively and delivering value for money
Identifying emerging risks and capability gaps, and proactively developing solutions
Representing Anglian Water at industry forums and with awarding and accreditation bodies
Acting as a role model for innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement
This is a visible leadership role where you’ll influence at all levels and help shape how operational learning is delivered across Anglian Water.
What you’ll bring
You’ll be someone who combines operational credibility with learning expertise, and who thrives on building strong relationships.
We’re looking for:
Operational experience, ideally within water, utilities or a similar regulated environment
Experience in training, learning and development – including competency frameworks
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence senior leaders
Experience working with external training providers and accreditation bodies
A solid understanding of regulatory, safety and compliance requirements
Project and budget management experience
CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent) – or the willingness to work towards it
A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
Experience in Leading and Motivating a team
As a valued employee, you’ll be entitled to:
Personal private health care
26 days annual leave – rising with length of service
Flexible working
Competitive pension scheme – Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6%
Bonus scheme
Flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle.
Inclusion at Anglian Water:
Join us and make a difference. Our customers come from a wide range of backgrounds, and we think our workplace should reflect that. We are committed to making sure all our colleagues feel they belong and are supported to succeed. Together with our fellow water companies, we are committed to the Social Mobility Pledge; we are also a signatory to Business in the Community’s Race at Work charter; we hold the Armed Forces Gold Covenant for Employers; we are an accredited Disability Confident employer, and we play a leading part in the Women’s Utility Network.
Closing Date: 2nd February 2026
Interviews week commencing : week commencing 9th February onwards