Pollution Risk Assessor: Protect Environment with Data

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

Job summary

A major utility services provider in Reading is looking for a Pollution Risk Assessor to monitor wastewater systems and coordinate urgent responses to pollution events. You will work collaboratively in a dynamic environment, ensuring the safety and performance of sewage treatment works and pumping stations. The ideal candidate should have strong communication and IT skills, along with a proactive approach to managing busy workflows. Competitive salary up to £40,000 plus benefits including 26 days holiday.

Benefits

26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with length of service

Generous Pension Scheme through AON

Access to health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience working with multiple colleagues and stakeholders.
• Interest in environmental protection and willingness to learn new systems.
• Awareness of process plant operations such as sewage treatment works.

Responsibilities

• Monitor system alerts in the Wastewater Control Room.
• Carry out risk assessments to identify potential pollution.
• Coordinate urgent field responses to pollution cases.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Good IT skills, including Excel

Ability to interpret data and produce clear reports

Organised and proactive approach

Tools

SCADA systems

Operational systems

Job description

A major utility services provider in Reading is looking for a Pollution Risk Assessor to monitor wastewater systems and coordinate urgent responses to pollution events. You will work collaboratively in a dynamic environment, ensuring the safety and performance of sewage treatment works and pumping stations. The ideal candidate should have strong communication and IT skills, along with a proactive approach to managing busy workflows. Competitive salary up to £40,000 plus benefits including 26 days holiday.