Organisation: The Coal Authority

Job Title: Programme Director

Location: Director Role – Location: Flexible (ideally on or near coalfield areas) with regular travel to Mansfield, Nottinghamshire and sites across GB as needed. 

Salary: £85k – £90k per annum plus generous benefits package

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for driving large-scale infrastructure projects and innovative solutions? Do you have the vision and expertise to lead a groundbreaking programme that will shape the future of the UK's mine water treatment approach? If so, The Coal Authority invites you to apply for the role of Programme Director.

About The Role:

As Programme Director, you will play a pivotal role in developing and delivering a major national infrastructure programme focused on inland saline mine water treatment. This 10+ year initiative will take you from strategic outline case through feasibility, design, and implementation, involving significant partnerships and innovative approaches to complex environmental challenges.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will lead a multidisciplinary team of 14 (including 3 direct reports), with plans for further growth as the programme progresses. You will work closely with national and international partners, contractors, and stakeholders, ensuring that programme outcomes are delivered on time, within budget, and in full compliance with statutory obligations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic development and delivery of a complex, high-value infrastructure programme.
• Collaborate with senior government officials, partners, and stakeholders to influence and negotiate innovative solutions.
• Oversee the selection of commercial delivery models and routes to market for a diverse range of projects.
• Inspire and manage a growing team, fostering a people-centred leadership approach.
• Work collegiately across the Executive Leadership team, contributing to the broader mission and values of The Coal Authority.

What We're Looking For:

• Extensive experience in major project/programme management, ideally within the infrastructure or water sector.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to influence at senior levels and deliver complex programmes.
• Familiarity with UK government business case frameworks, governance, and compliance.
• Experience in commercial delivery models and selecting appropriate routes to market.
• A commitment to people-centred leadership and alignment with our mission and values.

Why Join Us?

At The Coal Authority, we believe in recruiting on potential. We value a positive attitude, commitment to the role, and what you can bring to our organisation over the length of experience or specific skill sets. In return, we offer a competitive salary, performance-related pay, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Flexible Working:

We offer a hybrid working model, with the opportunity to work from our Mansfield Head Office or from home, particularly if you are based in or near coalfield communities. We encourage Directors to be present in the office 1-2 days per week, but we are flexible for the right candidate. Travel to sites and meetings with teams, partners, and customers will be part of your role.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding leadership role that will have a lasting impact on the environment and communities, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of mine water treatment in the UK.

For more information and to apply, please visit our microsite https://micro.green-park.co.uk/coalauthority or for a further conversation please contact Tessa Catt from our search partners Green Park on ⁠tessa.catt@green-park.co.uk .

The Coal Authority is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please submit your application by 11:59pm Sunday 29th September 2024.