At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct water sampling and analysis to ensure public health and compliance.
- Company: BUUK Infrastructure, a leader in utility services committed to net zero.
- Benefits: Annual pay review, generous holiday, and pension contributions.
- Other info: Field-based role with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in community health while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.
The predicted salary is between 26100 - 31900 £ per year.
At BUUK Infrastructure, our vision is to be the leading utility partner to accelerate the UK towards net zero for all our customers. Our group of companies has been the major drive for change and innovation over 30 years. We provide a supportive environment that is committed to enabling our people to be the best, ensuring they feel proud to be themselves and part of BUUK Infrastructure.
We are looking for a Sampling and Regulations Technician who would like to help us reach our mission to earn customer loyalty and drive business growth by providing consistently excellent service. We are ideally looking for someone based in the Guildford area. This is a field-based role covering Chichester, Portsmouth, South West London and surrounding areas.
Purpose of this role: Responsible for assuring the public health of our customers by visiting their properties to carry out water sampling, on-site analysis of drinking water and inspecting plumbing systems.
Your key responsibilities are:
- You will be accountable for water sampling activities, in accordance with DWTS UKAS 17025 standard, to meet DWI's regulatory programme requirements.
- You will ensure correct storage and transportation of drinking water samples to a suitable location.
- You will have the responsibility to prepare, calibrate, operate and maintain equipment and instruments used to evaluate the quality of water samples.
- You will conduct daily quality control analysis and in situ analysis of water, including chlorine, temperature, taste, odour and turbidity and interpret test results.
- You will carry out fittings inspections to ensure that installed plumbing systems are compliant, identifying risks to water quality and any issues relating to the waste, undue consumption, or misuse of our water.
- You will be required to undertake unscheduled visits mainly to customer residential properties and some commercial properties.
- You will deal with our customers in a professional and efficient manner and provide our customers with a high-quality service.
- You will liaise with both the Water Sampling Manager and the Regulations and Compliance Officer and report any non-conformances to them.
- You may be required to participate on a Standby Rota.
- Any other duties as required by the manager.
Abilities/Skills:
- Excellent communications skills.
- Able to effectively plan workload.
- Highly organised and motivated.
- Exceptional record keeping skills are essential to ensure audit trails are maintained.
- Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Able to maintain a helpful and customer focussed work environment.
- Able to provide accurate quality work within department and company.
Conditions of Employment: You are required to have your criminal records checked through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This is due to going into customers' homes. You will be required to participate in a standby rota. You will hold a driving licence.
What can you expect from us: Cost of living annual pay review. Company pension contributions up to 10% if employees contribute 5%. 33 days holiday including...
Sampling Technician in London employer: BUUK Infrastructure
At BUUK Infrastructure, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and safety. With competitive benefits such as a generous pension scheme, extensive holiday allowance, and opportunities for professional development, we empower our Compliance Officers to thrive in their roles while contributing to our mission of delivering exceptional service. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion ensures that every team member feels valued and respected, making BUUK a truly rewarding place to work.
