Water Treatment Analyst

Job Title: Water Treatment Analyst Salary: Up to £34,000 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week, plus standby duty Location : Lichfield With water quality high on our list of priorities, we are looking to recruit a Water Treatment Analyst to help meet regulatory requirements. Reporting to the Water Treatment Manager, you will oversee water treatment processes and quality control at our northern production sites. The role also includes participation in an out-of-hours standby rota. The Role: • Analyse and interpret complex water quality and operational data, including SCADA, in order to optimise plant performance and identify process issues. • Act as a key point of contact for stakeholders to proactively addressing questions or concerns. • Produce reports related to water quality performance and investigative efforts in cases of treatment failures or anomalies • Collaborate across different departments to implement corrective measures swiftly. • Identify risks/weaknesses in existing treatment controls, formulate and promote solutions to mitigate risks. • Provide water treatment process and water quality advice, support investment project delivery and operational activities across the Northern Production region. • Own, develop and maintain treatment process policies, procedures and documentation. • Complete routine and ad-hoc tasks to support the day-to-day activities of the Water Quality department as and when required including representation at cross departmental meetings. • Ensure compliance with Water Quality Regulations and Company policies at treatment sites. • Deliver specialist water quality training to operational colleagues. What You’ll Need: • A full and valid driving licence. • Educated to degree level or HND in a scientific discipline, such as Geography or Chemistry. • Experience in data analysis and reporting within a technical or scientific environment. • High attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation and adherence to regulatory and safety standards. • Strong interpersonal skills for effectively communicating technical information to non-technical stakeholders. • Experience in drinking water treatment, water quality, or a related area is desirable but not essential. What You’ll Get in Return: • A competitive salary of up to £34,000 per annum, depending on experience. • 25 days’ holiday (plus 8 bank holidays) • Free access to a 24/7 GP service • Discounts at select stores for personal shopping needs. • 24-hour helpline providing free and confidential advice on financial, legal, marital, and health matters for you and your family. • Eyecare vouchers through Specsavers • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) • Holiday buy-back scheme (up to a maximum of 5 days)