Job Title: Fluoridation Technical Specialist Salary: To: £42,000 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Water is a precious and vital resource used by us all in our homes and businesses daily. At South Staffs Water we deliver high quality and reliable water supplies to around 1.As the Fluoridation Technical Specialist, you will lead performance improvement initiatives across South Staffs Water's fluoridation assets and activities. You'll be the primary point of contact for all fluoridation matters, driving strategic delivery, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering best practice across the organisation and industry.
This role demands a proactive, technically skilled individual who can analyse performance data, collaborate across departments, and represent the company externally with confidence and clarity.
Develop and deliver the strategic fluoridation performance improvement plan in alignment with DHSC objectives.
Collaborate with Water Quality scientists, Production, and CID teams to investigate issues and implement corrective actions.
Monitor, analyse, and report fluoridation performance data across all levels.
Support commissioning and delivery of refurbishment/improvement projects, ensuring regulatory and treatment standards are met.
Coordinate company inputs for routine liaison meetings with DHSC and Local Authorities.
Represent South Staffs Water in cross-industry and regulatory forums, embedding best practices into company operations.
Design and deliver fluoridation-specific training aligned with the competent operator scheme.
Maintain and update water quality procedures, policies, and standards in collaboration with the Strategy and Risk Manager.
Advise the Water Quality Steering Group on fluoridation concerns and strategic mitigation plans.
Strong technical knowledge of water treatment and chemical dosing practices.
Proven ability to analyse performance data and identify improvement opportunities.
PC literate with strong data analysis capabilities.
Full valid UK driving licence and ability to conduct site audits.
Degree or HND in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline.
Prior experience in water treatment or fluoridation operations.
Understanding of water industry processes from source to tap (desirable).
Knowledge of water quality regulations and fluoridation code of practice (desirable).
A competitive salary of up to £42,000 per annum, depending on experience.
~ Company pension scheme for a secure financial future.
~25 days' holiday (plus 8 bank holidays).
~ Discounts at select stores for personal shopping needs.
~24-hour helpline providing free and confidential advice on financial, legal, marital, and health matters for you and your family.
~ Eyecare vouchers through Specsavers.
~ Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
~ Holiday buy-back scheme (up to a maximum of 5 days).
~ Paid volunteer time to give back to the community.