Rotational Scientist: Water & Environment

Anglian Water Services; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health care

Generous pension

Virtual GP

25 days leave

Life assurance

Accident cover

Family benefits

Bonus scheme

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Anglian Water Services invites applications for an Assistant Scientist role based in Milton Keynes and surrounding locations. This fixed-term contract (12 months, full time 37 hours) offers exposure to Drinking Water Science, Environmental Science and Bioresources through a rotational programme.

You will gain hands-on experience, support capital investment programmes and proactive risk management while developing data interpretation and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant scientific subject or equivalent experience.
• Curious and committed to learning.
• Strong data interpretation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence positive decisions. Takes ownership and pride in work.
• Promotes health, safety, and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support capital investment programmes and regulatory documentation.
• Assist with risk identification, mitigation, and communication.
• Respond to environmental and water quality events.
• Share learning and support continuous improvement.
• Champion health, safety, and wellbeing.

Skills

Data interpretation

Interpersonal skills

Learning mindset

Influence and ownership

Health and safety advocacy

Education

Degree in relevant scientific subject or equivalent experience

Job description

Anglian Water Services invites applications for an Assistant Scientist role based in Milton Keynes and surrounding locations. This fixed-term contract (12 months, full time 37 hours) offers exposure to Drinking Water Science, Environmental Science and Bioresources through a rotational programme.

You will gain hands-on experience, support capital investment programmes and proactive risk management while developing data interpretation and collaboration skills.