Water Process Technologist

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Process Technologist to ensure effective operation of water and effluent treatment systems in Birmingham. The ideal candidate will possess a BSc in engineering or a technical field and have knowledge of water treatment processes. This role offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package including private medical cover and opportunities for continuous development.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Company pension (6% employer contribution)

Opportunities for continuous development

Qualifications

• BSc in engineering or a technical field (i.e., chemistry, biology).
• Experience with trade effluent contract management and plant control.
• Proficiency in laboratory skills, including the ability to perform test suites.

Responsibilities

• Ensure incoming water and effluent treatment plant operate effectively and safely.
• Test, report, analyze, and propose actions on water treatment processes.
• Support production operations by testing, monitoring, and reporting stock.

Skills

Knowledge of water treatment

Strong Excel skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Flexibility

Education

BSc in engineering or a technical field

Tools

Laboratory skills

Job description

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KHR - Recruitment Specialists

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West Midlands, United Kingdom

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Posted:

01.08.2025

Expiry Date:

15.09.2025

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Job Description:

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

Our client, a global industry leader with a focus on the circular economy, is seeking a Process Technologist to join their team in Birmingham. This company offers an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to make a significant impact in the field of water and effluent treatment.

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

Working within a team of four, you’ll collaborate closely to achieve the best results in a flexible environment that encourages continuous improvement and a commitment to developing its processes and people. This company prioritises health and safety, expecting employees to adapt to changing technology and practices while maintaining good housekeeping.

At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications, skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a “clean” copy in Word. Thank you.

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