Water Process Technologist

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Process Technologist specializing in water and effluent treatment in Birmingham. The role involves overseeing water and effluent systems, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency, and working with production teams. Candidates should possess a BSc in engineering or a technical field, knowledge of water treatment processes, and strong Excel skills. A competitive salary and benefits package, including medical cover and pension, are offered in a dynamic, innovative environment.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Company pension

Continuous development opportunities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of water treatment and anaerobic digestion processes.
• Experience with trade effluent contract management and plant control.
• Proficiency in laboratory skills for testing processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the incoming water and effluent treatment plant operates effectively and safely.
• Test, report, analyse, and propose actions on water treatment processes.
• Maintain, calibrate, and operate the effluent sampler.

Skills

Knowledge of water treatment and anaerobic digestion processes

Strong Excel skills for report production and data analysis

Excellent verbal communication skills

Ability to work within a team and make decisions independently

Education

BSc in engineering or a technical field

Job description

Job Details

Updated : Thu, Jul 24, 2025 2 : 56 PM

Process Technologist – Water and Effluent Treatment Specialist

Location : Birmingham

Contract Type : Permanent

Join a global leader who is making a real difference

Become the site specialist for all water and effluent-related activities

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including private medical cover and company pension

Opportunities for continuous development and skill enhancement in a flexible, innovative environment

Position Overview

The Process Technologist will play a crucial role in ensuring the site remains at the forefront of water and effluent-related technologies. This position is accountable for the safety and environmental performance of water and effluent systems, overseeing day-to-day activities for incoming water and effluent treatment, chemical ordering, and maintenance. The successful candidate will work closely with Production Superintendents and Shift Managers to ensure quality, cost control, and site compliance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the incoming water and effluent treatment plant operate effectively and safely
• Test, report, analyse, and propose actions on water treatment processes
• Ensure biogas scrubbers are working efficiently and coordinate anaerobic sludge transactions and testing
• Support production operations by testing, monitoring, and reporting stock and water consistencies
• Maintain, calibrate, and operate the effluent sampler, and inspect the flume for MCerts compliance
• Report water and effluent efficiency, organise and manage sampling regimes, and be aware of chemical ordering and stock levels
• Support WTP operations remotely, arrange maintenance / calibration work, and oversee contractors
• Assist with data analysis, create / update documentation, and liaise closely with colleagues

Requirements

• BSc in engineering or a technical field (i.e., chemistry, biology)
• Knowledge of water treatment and anaerobic digestion processes
• Experience with trade effluent contract management and plant control
• Proficiency in laboratory skills, including the ability to perform test suites for WTP and process samples
• Strong Excel skills for report production and data analysis
• Excellent verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with all interested parties
• Flexibility to learn, embrace change, and support operations as per availability allowance / being part of an on-call Rota
• Ability to work within a team and make decisions independently

Company Overview

As one of the sites within the company’s UK division, this site benefits from global resources while maintaining the agile characteristics of a smaller business, fostering an open environment where innovative ideas are readily received and responses are rapid.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Private medical cover
• Company pension (6% employer contribution and a minimum of 3% employee)
• Opportunities for continuous development and skill enhancement