Water Treatment Service Chemist

Future Select Recruitment; Slough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water treatment company is hiring a Water Treatment Service Chemist in Slough. The role includes conducting chemical analysis on water systems and engaging with clients. Strong communication skills and a BSc in a relevant field are preferred. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, including training and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Training and career development

Competitive salary

Other benefits

Qualifications

• BSc in chemistry/science/environmental sectors preferred.
• Hands-on experience as a Water Treatment Service Chemist.
• Strong communication skills and technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Complete routine testing on process water systems.
• Service chlorine dioxide and reverse osmosis units.
• Upsell services and provide recommendations to clients.
• Assist with servicing on various water treatment units.
• Construct detailed reports on findings.
• Attend client sites as needed.
• Keep up-to-date with legislation changes.

Skills

Chemistry/science/environmental knowledge

Client communication

Technical knowledge (ACOP L8, HSG 274)

Test kit proficiency

Complex water systems understanding

IT proficiency

Enthusiasm

Education

BSc in chemistry/science/environmental sectors

Job description

Job Title: Water Treatment Service Chemist

Location: Slough, Berkshire

Salary/Benefits: £28k - £45k DOE with Training & Benefits

This well‑established national water company is seeking a Water Treatment Service Chemist based in the South East. The role involves carrying out chemical analysis on cooling towers, steam boilers and closed heated systems. The company is a multi‑faceted environmental outfit with an active Water Treatment department. Candidates will ideally have strong communication skills and be confident in discussing technical matters directly with clients. The successful candidate will receive a company vehicle, competitive salary, training, career development and numerous other benefits.

Locations considered: Slough, Southall, Hounslow, Reading, Bracknell, Camberley, Woking, Guildford, Aldershot, Farnham, Epsom, Kingston upon Thames, Croydon, Andover, Horsham, Bromley, Watford, Wembley, Didcot, Wantage, Basingstoke, Dartford, Enfield, Ilford, Crawley, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Chatham, Aylesbury, Oxford, Abingdon, Swindon, Harlow, Grays, Tilbury, Sevenoaks.

Experience / Qualifications

• Advantageous to hold BSc in chemistry/science/environmental sectors
• Hands‑on experience as a Water Treatment Service Chemist
• Confident discussing technical matters directly with clients
• Strong technical knowledge such as ACOP L8 and HSG 274
• Confident using a test kit on site
• High level of understanding of complex water systems, including steam boilers, cooling towers and closed systems
• IT proficiency
• Forward‑thinking and enthusiastic

The Role

• Regularly complete routine testing and analysis on process water systems, including cooling towers, steam boilers and closed systems
• Service chlorine dioxide (CLO2) and reverse osmosis units
• Upsell services and make tailored recommendations to clients
• Assist teams with servicing on RO units, water softeners and distribution loops
• Carry out chemical dosing
• Construct meticulous reports outlining the findings
• Attend client sites as required
• Maintain personal technical knowledge and keep up‑to‑date with legislation changes/amendments
• Work to agreed deadlines

Alternative job titles: Plant Engineer, Water Treatment Equipment, Installation Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Water Treatment Engineer