Water Sampling Crew Leader
Purpose and scope of the role Your impact in this position Core capabilities Technical sampling competence Health, safety and compliance Customer service and communication Organisation and resilience Qualifications and training Work patterns and location
As Water Quality Sampling Crew Leader at Tetra Tech you will lead a two-person field crew collecting wastewater samples from rivers, commercial premises, wastewater treatment works and sewer networks across a client catchment. Your day-to-day includes planning routes, supervising safe sample collection, maintaining chain-of-custody, and delivering refrigerated samples to our laboratory for analysis. You will work closely with laboratory staff, client operations teams and project managers to support regulatory compliance and process optimisation. This field-facing role is full time (40 hours per week, Monday–Friday) and contributes directly to catchment monitoring programmes and operational decision-making.
In the short term you will ensure consistent, high-quality sample collection and reliable data transfer to the laboratory. Over the medium term you will streamline field workflows, improve route efficiency and contribute to client reporting. Longer term there are transparent development pathways into senior field supervision, operations support or technical roles within Tetra Tech, supported by recognised training and a personal development plan.
Leadership and team management
Essential: full UK driving licence; ability to work outdoors and undertake manual handling; strong written and verbal communication and accurate record-keeping. Full training in sampling, PPE and safety procedures will be provided.
Desirable: qualifications or training in environmental sampling, water industry operations, confined space awareness, first aid or manual handling.
This is primarily field-based role with regular travel to laboratories and site offices as required, around Irlam. The role operates on a Monday–Thursday pattern, 6:00-16:00 (40 hours); flexibility for early starts or late finishes is required. Occasional attendance at an office or laboratory is expected for handover, training and meetings; hybrid office working is limited due to the hands-on nature of the role.
Why join Tetra Tech?
Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.
We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science® to solve our clients’ most complex problems.
In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role.
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Water Sampling Crew Leader in Manchester employer: Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment for hydrogeologists looking to make a meaningful impact in the groundwater and geothermal sectors. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will have opportunities to develop your project management and leadership skills while working on diverse projects across Great Britain and Ireland. The company promotes a collaborative culture that values innovation and creativity, ensuring that every team member can contribute to sustainable solutions in a flexible and hybrid working setting.
