Overview
Water Quality Science Manager position based in Cambridge/Walsall. Salary to £55,000 depending on experience. Travel across both regions. You will lead a skilled team ensuring millions of people across South Staffs and Cambridge enjoy safe, high quality drinking water every day. You will combine technical leadership with hands-on operational oversight, driving compliance, innovation, and resilience across treatment works, reservoirs, and distribution networks.
What You'll Do
* Ensure continuous compliance with all regulatory and company water quality standards across treatment works, reservoirs, and distribution networks
* Lead, develop, and motivate the water quality team to deliver high performance and professional growth
* Optimise treatment processes, storage facilities, and network water quality controls
* Manage budgets, contracts, and capital projects to achieve value for money and continuous improvement
* Support Drinking Water Safety Plans (DWSPs) by reviewing water quality risks across assets and networks
* Provide clear technical leadership and advice to stakeholders to support operational and strategic decision-making
* Oversee investigations into water quality events, ensuring timely resolution and prevention of recurrence
* Develop and maintain effective monitoring, reporting, and auditing systems to support data-driven decisions
* Represent the company with regulators, public health authorities, and industry partners to influence and promote best practice
* Foster collaboration across Operations, Capital Delivery, and Asset Management to improve resilience and customer outcomes
What You'll Need
Essential
* Graduate/HND in a relevant scientific discipline
* Previous experience in the water industry
* Knowledge of risk assessments and regulatory compliance (particularly DWI)
* Strong management and leadership skills
* Excellent communication skills across all levels
* PC literacy
* Full valid driving licence
* Ability to carry out site audits
Desirable
* Qualification in a water industry-related discipline
* Experience of water industry processes from source to tap
* Knowledge of water quality and water fitting regulations
What Youll Get in Return
* A competitive salary plus benefits.
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
* Company pension with employer contributions.
* 24-hour helpline providing free and confidential advice to you and your family on financial, legal, marital, and health matters.
* Eyecare vouchers via Specsavers.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
* 24/7 remote GP access.
How to Apply
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