Laboratory Scientist – Water Quality & Public Health

Severn Trent Plc; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Annual bonus up to £1,500

Pension scheme (double contribution up

Sharesave program

Academy training

Electric vehicle scheme

Family friendly policies

Two volunteering days

Job summary

Severn Trent Plc in the UK is seeking a Laboratory Scientist to perform microbiological analysis of drinking water and related samples, ensuring testing meets regulatory commitments.

You will work within the Water Quality and Environment team, use LIMS for reporting, and maintain ISO17025 compliance while developing your skills through our Academy and training offerings.

This role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work to strict deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months lab experience.
• Five higher grade GCSEs or equivalent.
• Higher qualification in a scientific discipline or membership with a professional body.
• Analytical, methodical mindset and good communication within a team.
• Strong IT and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking microbiological analysis of drinking water and samples from treatment works, reservoirs, taps and catchment surveys.
• Use Laboratory LIMS to report results and ensure samples are tested within priority deadlines.
• Interpret, check and report analytical data and quality controls in accordance with QMS requirements.
• Maintain ISO 17025 competency through proficiency testing, CPD, data reporting and method audits.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions for non-conforming work.

Skills

Lab experience

Analytical mindset

Communication

IT skills

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Education

Five GCSEs or equivalent

Higher qualification in a scientific discipline

Professional body membership

Tools

Laboratory LIMS system

QMS (quality management system)

Job description

Severn Trent Plc in the UK is seeking a Laboratory Scientist to perform microbiological analysis of drinking water and related samples, ensuring testing meets regulatory commitments.

You will work within the Water Quality and Environment team, use LIMS for reporting, and maintain ISO17025 compliance while developing your skills through our Academy and training offerings.

This role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work to strict deadlines.