Trade Effluent Sampler (Driver)

MCS Group; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Ireland Water is looking for a Trade Effluent Sampler to support sampling across NI. The role involves outdoor sampling, engaging with customers and ensuring regulatory adherence.

You will collect samples, operate samplers, perform on-site tests, and maintain accurate records. A driving licence and customer-service experience are essential for successful performance.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at grade C or above, including English and Maths.
• 6 months' face-to-face customer service experience.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage workload independently.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Collect trade effluent samples across industrial premises and NI Water sites.
• Set up and retrieve automatic samplers and perform spot sampling.
• Record test results and maintain chain of custody.
• Complete paperwork and electronic records for samples.

Skills

Customer service

Workload management

Planning & prioritising

Driving licence

Communication skills

Education

GCSEs English & Maths

Job description

Ready to take the next step in your career within Environmental Regulation? This is an exciting opportunity to join Northern Ireland Water as a Trade Effluent Sampler, supporting the monitoring and control of trade effluent discharges across Northern Ireland.

MCS Group are proud to be partnering with Northern Ireland Water in their search for a Trade Effluent Sampler. This full-time temporary opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, engaging with customers and carrying out practical, hands-on work while contributing to environmental protection and regulatory compliance.

The Role:

• Collect trade effluent samples from industrial premises and Northern Ireland Water sites across Northern Ireland, delivering samples to specified collection points and/or the analytical laboratory.
• Set up and retrieve automatic samplers and undertake spot sampling at a range of industrial premises and NI Water locations.
• Carry out on-site tests, which may include pH and temperature testing, and accurately record results.
• Undertake routine maintenance and preparation of portable sampling equipment, ensuring all equipment is fit for purpose and reporting any defects.
• Assist with the delivery of the trade effluent sampling programme and collection and recording of trade effluent-related meter readings.
• Complete all required paperwork and electronic records associated with sample collection, maintaining sample integrity and chain of custody.
• Support compliance and pollution investigations through additional sampling, recording observations, gathering evidence and providing witness statements where required.
• Carry out visual inspections of samples and accurately record any anomalies identified.
• Safely load, unload and transport sampling equipment, including equipment requiring manual handling.
• Maintain the cleanliness and condition of the NI Water vehicle, completing daily inspections and reporting any faults or damage.
• Follow established sampling procedures and requirements under UKAS / ISO 17025 accreditation while maintaining confidentiality during compliance investigations.

The Person

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following skills and experience:

Essential:

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including English and Maths, or equivalent.
• At least 6 months' experience dealing with customers face-to-face in a positive and professional manner.
• Demonstrable experience managing your own workload, with the ability to plan and prioritise effectively.
• Full current driving licence enabling you to drive in Northern Ireland.
• Ability to undertake the manual handling requirements of the role, including lifting loads and equipment in excess of 12kg.

Desirable:

• At least 6 months' experience of taking water or wastewater samples, carrying out on-site tests and accurately recording data.

The successful candidate will also demonstrate a professional approach, strong communication skills, personal integrity and the ability to build positive working relationships. You will be comfortable working independently, taking initiative where appropriate and contributing to improvements in working practices.

What's in it for you?

• Full-time temporary opportunity with Northern Ireland Water.
• Salary of £24,494 - £29,938 per annum.
• Opportunity to gain practical experience within Environmental Regulation.
• The opportunity to contribute directly to environmental protection, compliance investigations and the effective management of trade effluent.
• Varied, hands-on work across industrial premises and Northern Ireland Water sites throughout Northern Ireland.
• Opportunity to develop experience in environmental sampling, data recording and regulatory compliance.

MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in Northern Ireland to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation. If you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate your request.

Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit our website to view a wide selection of our current opportunities.