Pollution Risk Assessor

Thames Water; Reading; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK water company is seeking a Pollution Risk Assessor to monitor wastewater systems and assess pollution risks. The successful candidate will manage multiple cases, produce reports, and coordinate responses with stakeholders. Applicants should have strong communication skills, a proactive approach, and experience with data interpretation. The role may require shifts and offers competitive salary, generous holidays, and various benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about environmental protection and water management.

Benefits

Competitive salary from £34,820 to £40,000

26 days holiday, increasing to 30

Generous Pension Scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Ability to manage a high volume of work in a busy environment.
• Strong communication skills with multiple colleagues and stakeholders.
• Awareness of sewage treatment and pumping station operations is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Monitor system alerts and smart tools in the Wastewater Control Room.
• Conduct desktop impact and risk assessments for pollution.
• Investigate treatment works and network performance.
• Coordinate urgent field responses and manage multiple pollution cases.
• Provide updates to the Environment Agency and stakeholders.
• Keep accurate records and produce data-driven reports.

Skills

Proactive and organised approach

Data interpretation and report writing

Strong communication skills

Good IT skills (Excel, Word)

Interest in environmental protection

Awareness of process plant operations

Experience with SCADA systems

Job description

What you’ll be doing as a Pollution Risk Assessor

• Working shifts in the Wastewater Control Room, monitoring system alerts and smart tool data
• Carrying out desktop impact and risk assessments to identify potential pollution
• Investigating treatment works, pumping stations and network performance to understand issues
• Coordinating urgent field responses and managing multiple pollution cases at once
• Providing clear updates to the Environment Agency, Natural England and other stakeholders
• Keeping accurate records of information received, decisions made and actions taken
• Producing data-driven reports and supporting improvements to tools and working practices

Base location: Kemble Court, Reading

Working hours

This is a rotating shift-based role. The shift pattern is:

• Early shift: 06:00 to 14:45
• Late shift: 13:15 to 22:00

What you should bring to the role

• A proactive, organised approach and confidence managing a high volume of work in a busy environment
• The ability to interpret data, trends and patterns and produce clear written reports.
• Strong communication skills and experience working with multiple colleagues and stakeholders.
• Good IT skills, including Excel, Word and confidence using operational systems.
• An interest in environmental protection and a willingness to learn new systems and technology.
• Awareness of process plant operations such as sewage treatment works or pumping stations would be beneficial.
• Experience using SCADA systems or smart tools, or an interest in developing this skill.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary from £34,820 up to £40,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays)
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of yourself and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

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. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process. Our aim is to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support.

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.