Vacancy details

Thames Water is looking for a Process Scientist to join us permanently, providing scientific advice and guidance to internal and external departments. The purpose of this role is to ensure that water quality is efficiently maintained from source to service reservoir and incidents, events and performance shortfalls are responded to in a timely and effective manner.

This role is working Monday-Friday, you will be required to work hours rota however and additional payment will be made + this role also comes with a Van.

Due to the nature of the role travelling. to other sites is essential these include: Hampton, Ashford Common, Kempton Park and Walton.

What you'll be doing as a Process Scientist

You will be working with a small team of Process Scientists, who provide technical support to ensure compliance as well as championing optimisation initiatives to reduce cost or improve quality at no additional cost.

This is a fantastic opportunity where you can make a positive tangible impact on the quality of water supplied to millions of people across the Capital.

+ Water quality monitoring from the source to the service reservoir.
+ Investigating water quality failures/events at company assets and raising to the Drinking Water Safety Plan (DWSP).
+ Provide recommendations to both internal and external departments on how events/failures can be prevented.
+ Providing technical support to Production and Capital Delivery schemes to ensure that water quality requirements are met.
+ Supporting internal water treatment works audit process (DWSP) and conducting End to end-to-end treatment reviews.
+ Represent the company in meetings with stakeholders to build awareness both internally and externally.
+ Maintain the reputation of the Thames Water brand.
+ Undertaking out-of-hours technical support on a one-in-six rota for which appropriate training will be given.

+ A background in a relevant scientific field or process engineering operating within a regulatory framework would be advantageous.
+ Good organisational, communication and interpersonal skills are key as the role involves liaising with internal stakeholders on a day-to-day basis. Although not essential, an awareness of the Industry's Best Operating Practices as applicable to potable water treatment and transmission would be beneficial.
+ The successful candidate must be able to work logically and analytically and be able to maintain a positive and professional approach when dealing with customers.
+ Travel to numerous sites is a requirement of this role so transport for work purposes will be provided and a valid UK driving license is therefore essential.

At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear - to deliver life's essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive.

Water is life's great leveller. Every living thing needs it, every single day. From people to plants, birds to bees, farms to factories, we all need it to thrive, and we're committed to taking care of it for us all.

But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. We need to keep millions more kettles boiling, public services operating, washing machines spinning, showers running and more, so every drop is more precious than ever. Are you ready to play your part?

Working at Thames Water

At Thames Water, we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life's essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business.

We seek to attract and retain a cultural mix of people who can offer different but complementary attitudes, values, talents, and knowledge. We understand the importance of appreciating and harnessing the unique skills, experiences, backgrounds, and differences that each individual brings.

Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Find out more about working at Thames Water.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

+ We are offering a salary between £31,000 - £41,000 depending on skills and experience.
+ Annual Leave 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
+ Contributory pension - Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
+ Personal Medical Assessments - Open to all once a year.
+ Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.