Job title: Waste/Water Senior Process Scientist
Ref: 38555
Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery
Location: Guildford - GU1 1RU
Contract type: Permanent
Full/Part-time: Full-time
Hours: 36 Hours Monday- Friday 07:30 – 15:30 plus the inclusion on a standby rota
Salary: Offering up to £40,000 per annum depending on skills and experience
Job grade: B
Closing date: 14/01/2025
We are seeking a motivated career-minded individual to join our Compliance Team as a Senior Process Scientist.
As the successful candidate, you will be the centre of expertise for operational managers and process technicians, providing expert technical support and guidance to operational sciences and field teams to comply with business, statutory, and regulatory objectives.
You will ensure the risks at all our assets and associated actions are communicated to the business, and any actions progressed to the appropriate teams to prevent operational or statutory exceedances. You will carry technical expertise and conduct end-to-end treatment reviews on our operational sites to drive improvement and efficiency savings.
What you’ll be doing as the Senior Process Scientist:
* Take ownership of root cause investigations/reporting of root cause analysis & drive follow-up actions for both pollution and quality compliance failures.
* Ensure our sites are compliant with all permitted requirements, including flow permits, and identify & drive resolution of any shortfalls identified.
* Liaise between site Operations, Capital delivery teams, contractors, and other technical teams, ensuring permit conditions & Environmental Management Systems are adhered to.
* Support regular business reporting and local/regional compliance meetings, confidently presenting and communicating to different audiences.
* Gather data for regulatory information requests for our regulators, customers, and other third parties.
What you should bring to the role:
* HNC or degree (or equivalent) in a Scientific or Engineering discipline. Being a registered or chartered scientist would be an advantage, though not essential.
* Significant experience in water treatment processes, supply, or regulation, with experience working with Sample Manager, EQUIS, and SAP systems being desirable.
* Good organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential as you will be liaising with internal stakeholders within Thames Water on a daily basis.
* The ability to work logically and analytically while maintaining a positive and professional approach when dealing with customers is essential.
* Travel to other sites is required as a major part of this role, thus a driving license is essential.
What’s in it for you?
* GymPass is a free fitness plan and access to several well-being apps for you and up to three family members, as well as discounted plans nationwide.
* Cycle to work scheme, always on, and up to £3,000 to save money, get fit, and help protect the environment.
* WeCare, a variety of health and well-being services for you and your family including up to 10 specialist counselling sessions, 24/7 access to virtual GP, get-fit programmes, and access to a nutritionist.
* Benefits on Tap, access to discounts, cashback, and instant vouchers.
* Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid.
* Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay.
* Ongoing performance development reviews to help you be your best and identify growth opportunities.
* 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
* Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% - 2x employee contribution.
* Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive.
Working at Thames Water:
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and excellent benefits.
Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process. We aim to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support you.
Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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