Senior Process Scientist

Thames Water; Hampton; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified professional to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and strong organisational and communication skills. The role involves liaising with stakeholders and travelling to various sites. A competitive salary between £46,000 to £58,000 per annum is offered, alongside benefits such as generous annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

26 days holiday per year

Generous Pension Scheme

Performance Related Pay Plan

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Qualified to Degree level in an appropriate discipline with postgraduate experience or equivalent industrial experience.
• Enthusiastic self-starter with an inquisitive mindset.
• Good organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with internal stakeholders on a daily basis.
• Travel to multiple sites as required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Inquisitive mindset

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Working pattern or hours:

36 hours per week (Mon-Fri), plus inclusion on an out-of-hours rota for which you will receive additional payment.

What should you bring to the role?

To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are:

• Qualified to Degree level in an appropriate discipline with postgraduate experience or equivalent industrial experience within a related field.
• An enthusiastic self-starter with an inquisitive mindset who enjoys investigative work.
• Good organisational, communication and interpersonal skills are key as the role involves liaising with internal stakeholders on a day-to-day basis.
• Travel to numerous sites is a requirement of this role, so transport will be provided, and a valid UK driving license is therefore essential.
• Be able to work logically and analytically, and be able to maintain a positive and professional approach when dealing with customers.

Additional skills and experiences would be great to have/bring:

• A background in water science or process engineering operating within a regulatory framework would be advantageous.
• An awareness of Industry Best Operating Practice as applicable to potable water treatment and transmission would be beneficial.

What’s in it for you?

• Offering a salary between £46,000 to £58,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Annual Leave: 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays)
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Pension: Maximum of 12% = 2x employee contribution.
• Performance Related Pay Plan (PRPP): Max (of salary) = 10%. On Target (of salary) = 5%.
• Access to lots of benefits to you take care of you 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.