At a Glance
- Tasks: Support wastewater operations and ensure compliance with environmental standards.
- Company: Join NI Water, a leading company in Northern Ireland's water sector.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, and a strong pension scheme.
- Other info: Hybrid working available after onboarding, with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in environmental management and wastewater treatment.
- Qualifications: Relevant scientific qualification or extensive experience in wastewater environments.
The predicted salary is between 35354 - 47138 £ per year.
Location: Omagh WwTW or Magherafelt WwTW
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £35,354 to £47,138 per annum
Closing date & time: Monday 07 Sep
Hybrid working (available after 3 months following onboarding and training)
About the Role
The Wastewater Services Function of the Customer & Operations Directorate is responsible for the management and operation of some 1,173 Wastewater Treatment Works (WwTWs). The Wastewater Scientific Process team provides support and advice to Wastewater operations employees on the operation of WwTWs to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and NI Water targets are achieved. The team also provides information, data and advice to other functions within NI Water for new WwTWs procurement and refurbishment, and to the Wastewater Networks team in relation to pollution incidents and issues affecting the sewerage system.
The Deputy Scientific Process Manager's key function will be to provide assistance/support to the Wastewater Scientific Process Manager (line manager) and offer advice/support to Wastewater operational field staff, especially Field Managers in the West region.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide advice and support to the Wastewater services operational staff (Assets and Networks) on wastewater treatment process and optimisation, network odour issues, pollution incidents, compliance with Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) Water Order Consents, UWWTW, and NI Water Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Liaise with Trade Effluent (TE) Section to reduce the impact of discharges to the sewer that may affect the Wastewater Treatment Processes.
- Prepare Exceedance Investigation Reports and track progress of recommended remedial actions.
- Lead role in developing and implementation of Energy Efficiency initiatives at WwTWs in their area.
- Liaise with and provide advice to NI Water colleagues and consultants on capital works schemes.
- Provide advice on PPC permits and collect PPC data for reporting purposes.
Please refer to candidate brief for further details.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
- Have a third level qualification (HNC/HND/Degree), or equivalent, in a relevant scientific or environmental subject AND a minimum of two years experience working in a scientific role within a Wastewater Environment. OR (in the absence of third level qualification) A minimum of five years experience gained working in a scientific role within a Wastewater Environment.
- Demonstrable understanding of the role of scientific advice/management with regards to regulatory compliance for wastewater.
- Demonstrable understanding of the operation of a Wastewater Treatment Works.
- Demonstrable knowledge of the basic analyses carried out in a wastewater laboratory.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook applications.
Benefits
- Generous annual leave and public holidays
- Flexible working and family friendly policies
- Hybrid working (available after 3 months following onboarding and training)
- Occupational sick pay
- Employee assistance programmes
- Cycle to work scheme
- Volunteering support
- Pension
As well as a competitive remuneration package, NI Water offers an excellent DB pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 26.2%. Northern Ireland Water is an equal opportunities employer.
Wastewater Deputy Scientific Process Manager (West) employer: NI Water
NI Water is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With generous annual leave, flexible working arrangements, and a robust pension scheme, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally in the vibrant setting of Belfast or Gelvin Grange Altnagelvin. The opportunity to engage with diverse teams and contribute to essential environmental services makes this role not only rewarding but also impactful.
