Power Plant Chemist in Bristol

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine sampling and analysis of boiler water, cooling water, condensate, and process water.
• Monitor boiler and cooling water chemistry to ensure compliance with operational specifications and industry standards.
• Analyse laboratory results, identify trends, and investigate abnormal findings.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, test reports, and calibration documentation.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and analytical equipment.
• Verify chemical dosing programmes and support adjustments where required.
• Assist in troubleshooting chemistry-related process issues to minimise equipment corrosion, scaling, and fouling.
• Work closely with operations and maintenance teams to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance.
• Ensure all laboratory work complies with health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory and plant operations.

• Previous experience working as a Chemist, Plant Chemist, Power Plant Chemist, Water Chemist, or in a similar laboratory-based role.
• Practical laboratory experience performing analytical testing and interpreting results.
• Knowledge of boiler water and cooling water chemistry.
• Experience using laboratory equipment such as pH meters, conductivity meters, spectrophotometers, titration equipment, and dissolved oxygen analysers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and produce technical reports.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with operational teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Opportunity to work within a modern power generation environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.