Water Sampling Technician

Pertemps Newcastle; North East, Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Newcastle, on behalf of Essex and Suffolk Water, is hiring a Water Sampling Technician in Suffolk. 6-month fixed-term contract, Mon-Fri, roughly 06:00-14:00, paid £13.45–£15.03 per hour, with overtime potentially available.

You will collect samples from treatment works, reservoirs and customer properties, drive between sites, and keep accurate records. Full training is provided; a UK driving licence is essential and DBS check may be required.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 points) is essential.
• Attention to detail and clear record-keeping are important.

Responsibilities

• Carry out sampling activities in line with procedures.
• Follow a pre-determined sampling programme across Suffolk.
• Plan and organise daily workload to return samples to the laboratory within timescales.
• Perform daily maintenance and calibration of sampling and testing equipment.
• Communicate professionally with customers and site contacts.
• Accurately complete paperwork within agreed timeframes.
• Participate in standby, weekend, and rota duties where required.

Skills

Driving licence

Attention to detail

Job description

This temporary Water Sampling Technician role in Lowestoft involves collecting samples from treatment works, reservoirs and customer properties across Suffolk. Working Monday to Friday, roughly 06:00-14:00, the successful candidate helps verify that water quality standards are upheld. The position, offered by Pertemps Newcastle on behalf of Essex and Suffolk Water, pays between £13.45 and £15.03 hourly over a six-month fixed-term contract, with overtime potentially available. Applicants should be comfortable driving between sites, working outdoors in varying weather, and following strict procedures. Attention to detail, reliability and clear record-keeping matter greatly, since accurate labelling and safe transport of each specimen underpin every result. Full training and support are provided.

Water Sampling Technician Suffolk 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract Up to £15.03 per hour Monday-Friday, approximately 06:00-14:00 (with potential overtime available).

Pertemps are delighted to be partnering with Essex and Suffolk Water to recruit a Water Sampling Technician to join their dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, being on the road, and taking pride in contributing to the delivery of safe, high-quality water across Suffolk.

About the Role

As a Water Sampling Technician, you will be responsible for collecting water samples from a range of locations including treatment works, reservoirs, and customer properties. Your work will play a vital role in ensuring that water quality standards are met and maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out all sampling activities in line with Scientific Services Quality Manual and procedures
• Follow a pre-determined sampling programme across Suffolk
• Plan and organise your daily workload to ensure samples are returned to the laboratory within set timescales
• Perform daily maintenance and calibration of sampling and testing equipment
• Communicate professionally with customers and site contacts
• Accurately complete all paperwork and documentation within agreed timeframes
• Participate in standby, weekend, and rota duties where required

About You

• Previous water sampling or field-based experience is desirable but not essential
• Excellent attention to detail with strong record-keeping skills
• Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 points) is essential
• Enjoy working outdoors, travelling independently, and interacting with a variety of people
• Reliable, organised, and motivated to deliver high-quality work
• Please note: This position is subject to a DBS check.

If you are looking for a role with autonomy, variety, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on water quality for local communities, we would love to hear from you!