Water Quality Lead – Drinking Water Safety Strategy

Anglian Water Services; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in the UK is seeking a Water Quality Lead based in Peterborough. The successful candidate will oversee the Water Quality Team to ensure public health is protected and drinking water quality is maintained. This role involves significant stakeholder engagement, project management, and the development of a water quality strategy. Ideal candidates will possess a postgraduate qualification in a relevant field and have excellent leadership and communication skills. This is a permanent position with a starting salary from £53,000.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Private healthcare

Annual bonus scheme

26 days holiday

Life cover (8x salary)

Qualifications

• Strong background in water quality science and public health is required.
• Demonstrable expertise in training and developing teams.
• Experience with stakeholder management is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Water Quality Team to ensure effective investigations.
• Manage responses to water quality events to protect public health.
• Communicate effectively with customers regarding drinking water quality.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

Project management

Education

Postgraduate degree in a relevant scientific subject

Management qualification (preferred)

Job description

A leading water utility company in the UK is seeking a Water Quality Lead based in Peterborough. The successful candidate will oversee the Water Quality Team to ensure public health is protected and drinking water quality is maintained. This role involves significant stakeholder engagement, project management, and the development of a water quality strategy. Ideal candidates will possess a postgraduate qualification in a relevant field and have excellent leadership and communication skills. This is a permanent position with a starting salary from £53,000.