Water Treatment Scientist

Job Title: Water Treatment Scientist

Salary: To £34,000 per annum (depending on experience) + standby allowance

Location: Cambridge

South Staffs Water are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Water Treatment Scientist to join our team and support our commitment to water quality excellence. Reporting to the Water Treatment Manager, you’ll play a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance and optimising treatment processes across our Cambridge Water Production sites.

The Role

As a Water Treatment Scientist with South Staffs Water, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement. You’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact on public health and environmental stewardship while developing your career in a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Water Quality Regulations and company policies at treatment sites
• Analyse and interpret water quality and operational data (including SCADA) to optimise plant performance
• Investigate breaches of standards or poor performance and produce detailed reports
• Identify risks in treatment controls and propose effective mitigation strategies
• Provide expert advice on water treatment processes and support investment projects and operations
• Develop and maintain process documentation, policies, and procedures
• Support daily activities of the Water Quality department and represent the team in cross-departmental meetings
• Deliver specialist water quality training to operational staff
• Conduct reactive risk assessments as required
  
  

What You’ll Need

• Degree or HND in a scientific discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Environmental Science, Microbiology)
• Experience in drinking water treatment, water quality, or a related field (preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong IT proficiency, including data analysis tools
• Full, valid UK driving licence
• Willingness to participate in an “out of hours” standby rota
  
  

What You’ll Get In Return

• A competitive salary plus benefits.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Company pension with employer contributions.
• 24-hour helpline providing free and confidential advice to you and your family on financial, legal, marital, and health matters.
• Eyecare vouchers – via Specsavers.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• 24/7 remote GP access.