Water Quality Officer

Reed Talent Solutions are working with United Utilities on the search for a Water Quality Officer to help United Utilities achieve it sampling commitments at their Davyhulme site.

In this role you will manage and carry out the process of gathering samples for regulatory and operational purposes including the undertaking of field testing activities in accordance with UKAS accreditation. To carry out all field tests for DWI and EA in compliance for regulation standards. To take samples and conduct field tests in order for the business to provide evidence to external stakeholders and regulators.

Samples are taken from all points from 'bath to bay’ and 'source to tap’ to include but not limited to process samples, compliance samples, environmental samples, mains repairs, customer complaints, incidents and events. On collection samples are transported (either directly or indirectly) to a laboratory for testing.

Why work at United Utilities?

United Utilities head office in Lingley Mere Business Park, Great Sankey, Warrington, where you'll have access to a range of fantastic facilities, including free parking, an on-site gym to keep you motivated, and a delightful restaurant and coffee shop to fuel your passion.

Unities Utilities believe in the power of diversity, and they're excited to welcome candidates from all backgrounds. The goal is to build a team that reflects the richness of the diverse customer base.

Who are United Utilities?

United Utilities, are proud to be an essential service provider to seven million customers across the North West. It is their job to bring three million households and 200,000 businesses clean, clear water and to take their waste-water away so the customers can simply get on with their day. Currently 5,000 employees are key to achieving their ambitious vision and plans and all work together to provide a great service to the customers.

Role details:

• Job title: Water Quality Officer
• Location: Davyhulme WWTW, Rivers Lane, Urmston, Manchester, M41 7JB
• Contract: 12 months
• Hourly pay rate: £16.54 PAYE
• Working hours: 8am - 4pm Monday to Friday
• Start date: ASAP
• Application Process: Initial telephone discussion with Reed Talent Solutions and face-to-face interview with hiring manager.

What you'll need to be successful in the role?

• Strong organisational skills as you will be responsible for scheduling Water Quality Officer for a regions network
• A high degree of social skills for working in a customer orientated environment. Experienced in dealing with difficult customers whilst being able to provide information and advice to customer queries
• Adaptability for learning systems and being able to manage reactive work where required
• Able to work on your own initiative and have excellent problem solving skills
• Team working and communication skills will be an integral requirement for the role
• UK driving licence

If you are interested in this role or want to find out more, please reach out and send your application to us today with an updated CV.