Together we are Trusted to Serve Scotland.
Most people don’t think too much about how clean water reaches their taps or what happens to their wastewater.
But Scottish Water does. In fact, it’s all we think about.
Want to help? As a Senior Scientist in our Business Improvement and Assurance team in Dundee, you’ll be on the front lines of ensuring Scotland’s drinking water remains pure, while also protecting our rivers by managing wastewater responsibly.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll support key initiatives for the team, including the setup and maintenance of the Environmental Sensor Network (ESNET).
These sensors are installed at wastewater treatment sites across Scotland, providing real-time insights into site performance and compliance. You’ll play a critical role in supporting ESNET nationally, offering technical support and troubleshooting both on-site and remotely.
You’ll stay updated on the latest in field monitoring, testing new equipment in labs, and assisting with field trials, such as Scottish Water’s onsite monitoring of Nitrous Oxide or rapid microbiology analysis. You’ll support quality assurance initiatives, like setting up on-site chlorine and turbidity monitoring at water treatment works across Scotland. You’ll also engage with stakeholders, sharing technical updates, providing training, and presenting on these initiatives, becoming a go-to expert for your teams and partners.
Your commitment to safety is paramount. You’ll adhere to Scottish Water’s Health and Safety policies, ensuring full compliance to protect yourself, colleagues, and customers.
Together, we’ll address environmental challenges and work toward our Beyond Net Zero ambition.
What you’ll need
A good understanding of analytical science, ideally supported by an HND or Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Applied Chemical Sciences, or a related field.
Knowledge of field-based analytical practices in water and wastewater testing is preferred. Maintaining a safe workplace is essential.
Experience working in an ISO 17025 or GLP-accredited lab is desirable, or at least familiarity with these standards.
As travel across Scotland, often to remote treatment sites, is required, a full, clean driving license is essential.
What you’ll get
We value work-life balance. This is a full-time role (35 hours/week) with 38 days of holiday annually, including public holidays, plus the option to buy five additional days. Discretionary days for volunteering are also available.
We offer family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements, a pension scheme, and life assurance.
The not-so-small print
This is a Grade 6 role, with a starting salary of £33,560. Performance-based progression can increase this to a maximum of £44,140.
Applications are open until midnight on 21st May 2025. Offers are conditional and depend on successful pre-employment screening, including references, criminal checks, and license verification, which will be conducted after you accept an offer.
A few final things worth knowing…
If you don’t meet every criterion, don’t hesitate to apply. We often hire candidates who are eager to learn and grow in their roles. We are committed to inclusive hiring and making adjustments to support all applicants. If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.
All employees must be Scottish taxpayers and residents within Scotland within three months of joining. If you’re outside Scotland, you’ll need to relocate.
Data from applicants who haven’t engaged with us in the past year will be automatically deleted from our system.
We’re here to help. Contact us at SWRecruitment@ScottishWater.co.uk
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