Water Quality Scientist in Reading

Energy Jobline ZR; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A water quality management company in Reading is seeking a Water Quality Scientist to ensure public health through a safe water supply. Responsibilities include risk assessments and collaboration with engineering teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a scientific discipline and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £35,000

Annual leave of 26 days, increasing to 30

Generous pension scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits including counseling

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a scientific discipline.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using company systems such as DWSP IT, EQUIS, and Sample Manager.

Responsibilities

• Assess risk within service reservoirs and water supply zones.
• Carry out Regulation 27 DWSP risk assessments.
• Collaborate with the Service Reservoir Engineer team.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to build positive relationships

Competent in Microsoft Office

Proactive, can-do attitude

Education

Degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

DWSP IT

EQUIS

Sample Manager

Job description

Water Quality Scientist

Overview

Our Water Quality team is looking to hire a Water Quality Scientist. This role is part of a dynamic team focused on ensuring we protect public health by delivering a wholesome water supply.

Responsibilities

• Assess risk within service reservoirs and water supply zones (WSZs) to deliver regulatory obligations associated with Drinking Water Safety Plans (DWSPs).
• Carry out Regulation 27 DWSP risk assessments and identify residual risks that require mitigation.
• Participate in a programme of Service Reservoir and WSZ DWSP audits, collating and interpreting outputs with water quality monitoring data.
• Validate existing DWSP risks and identify emerging risks during the Water Quality Risk Review process.
• Collaborate with the Service Reservoir Engineer team to deliver a programme of DWSP audits for service reservoirs.
• Track and ensure completion of actions related to non‑compliances identified.
• Maintain DWSP updates on the company’s bespoke DWSP IT system to meet regulatory and internal requirements.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a scientific discipline.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Competent in Microsoft Office; working knowledge of Power BI is advantageous.
• Experience using company systems such as DWSP IT, EQUIS, and Sample Manager.
• Proactive, can‑do attitude, open‑minded, supportive of new methods, and able to manage workloads.

Additional Qualities

• Water industry experience.
• Valid driving licence.

Location & Working Arrangements

Hybrid working based at Clearwater Court, Reading. You may be required to provide out‑of‑hours technical support on a 1‑week‑in‑every‑6 basis (training provided).

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £35,000 per annum.
• Annual leave: 26 days per year, increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Performance‑related pay plan tied to company performance.
• Generous pension scheme through AON.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including annual health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, cycle‑to‑work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Equal Opportunity

We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know.

Application Disclaimer

Due to the high volume of applications, we may close this advert earlier than advertised. We encourage you to apply soon to avoid disappointment.