At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic water quality team and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Company: Join a leading organisation dedicated to public health and water safety.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in public health by ensuring safe water quality standards.
- Qualifications: Degree in a scientific field and strong knowledge of water quality regulations.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a high-performing water quality team, managing performance, development, and engagement.
- Ensure compliance with the Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations 2016 and Information Direction 2020.
- Develop and deliver water quality monitoring and sampling programmes.
- Investigate incidents and regulatory breaches, ensuring effective resolution and learnings applied.
- Provide expert advice to operational teams to maintain safe, compliant water quality standards.
- Monitor performance metrics, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
- Oversee audits, policies, and hygiene practices to support public health protection.
- Represent the business with regulators, industry forums, and supply partners.
- Communicate key water quality updates and insights across the organisation.
Qualifications
- Degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. Bacteriological Sciences).
- Chartered status (or working towards).
- Strong knowledge of water quality regulations, DWI guidance, and the Water Industry Act.
- Experience operating in a regulated utilities environment.
- Understanding of sampling, analytical methods, QA/QC, and UKAS standards.
- Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills—particularly in incident scenarios.
- Familiarity with systems such as SCADA, GIS, and water quality databases.
- Full UK driving licence.
We think you need these skills to ace Water and Quality Regulations Manager in Walsall
Leadership Skills
Water Quality Regulations Knowledge
Incident Investigation
Performance Management
Water Quality Monitoring
Analytical Methods Understanding
QA/QC Knowledge
