We’re making a difference: Together, we can ensure that there is enough water for everyone, now and in the future. If you have a scientific and analytical mindset and are passionate about the entire water supply process, from catchment to consumer, a senior role as a Senior Drinking Water Safety Scientist could be an ideal fit for you. We are seeking an experienced Senior Drinking Water Safety Scientist to join the Water Risk Team at Portsmouth Water. In this role, you will support daily and regulatory tasks by maintaining and developing Water Safety Plans and assessing water quality risks from catchment to consumer. Our Drinking Water Safety Plans have been developed in accordance with the World Health Organisations Water Safety Plan Manual 2023. This diverse role involves both office work and field visits to various sites. You will regularly interact with staff from different teams, especially operational ones. Reporting to the Water Risk Manager, your responsibilities include reviewing water quality hazards, conducting site visits and inspections, auditing assets, analysing water sample data, evaluating risk controls, tracking and reviewing risks, and promoting water quality awareness and promoting best practice across the business. What will you be doing? Key Responsibilities Manage the Companies Drinking Water Safety Plan (DWSP) system for all assets, ensuring risk scores and statuses are kept up to date. Prepare reports for monthly Regulation 28 submissions to DWI and the annual submission. Lead in preparing and conducting site audits required by Regulation 27 and carry out focused investigations to evaluate water quality risks. Contribute to internal DWSP risk status reports, respond to data requests from inset companies (NAVs), and assist in drafting responses to the DWI and addressing related notices and recommendations. Help develop, review, and maintain DWSP policies, procedures, standards, and best practices, continually improving and refining the system by identifying efficiencies and ensuring the methodology is up to date. Liaise with colleagues for updates on risk mitigation controls and support the Water Risk Manager in identifying and assessing new or emerging risks to water supply, quality, and sufficiency. Skills & Competencies Ability to understand and make decisions using scientific data and literature. Strong report writing skills, with the ability to translate and summarise technical information for communication with the Water Risk team, Water Quality, and the wider business. Exceptional record-keeping skills to maintain audit trails. Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel, Power BI, and GIS mapping systems. Effective planning and prioritisation skills. Attention to detail and accuracy. Qualifications & Experience BSc (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (e.g., Earth-related or Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Biology). Strong scientific and technical knowledge, skills, and experience. Knowledge of regulation 27 and 28 of the Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations 2016 Strong understanding of water quality risk across all stages of the water supply chain and the ability to apply this to the risk assessment process. Experience in environmental and water science. Understanding of catchment hydrology, land use impacts on water sources, and the interconnectivity of water supply system assets from catchment to consumer. Knowledge of water treatment processes, water distribution networks, or similar industrial processes. Understanding of the regulatory framework associated with the water industry and water fittings regulations. Awareness and understanding of Health and Safety. Full valid UK driving licence. Please note, this role is known as Senior Water Risk Assessor internally. We recognise people want to work in a variety of different ways, and that’s why we’re happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Please feel free to talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may be looking for. Please note, we may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we actively encourage applications from all sections of society. Please note, the Company has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we’re unable to respond to every applicant individually. If your application is of interest, we’ll usually be in touch within 4 weeks of receiving it. What can Portsmouth Water offer you? At Portsmouth Water, We Believe In Rewarding Our People. Here’s Just a Taste Of What’s Waiting For You When You Join The Team Holidays Made Better Enjoy 27 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, giving you plenty of time to relax, recharge, and explore. A Pension That Works for You We’ll help secure your future with a generous pension scheme, contributing up to 15% because your tomorrow matters as much as your today. Performance Pays Off You could earn a non-contractual bonus of up to 6% of your basic salary, linked to company performance because when we succeed together, you should benefit too. Family Comes First Whether you’re welcoming a new arrival through birth or adoption, we’ve got your back with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and pay. Peace of Mind, Always Our life assurance scheme gives your loved ones extra security, with a 4x salary lump sum benefit in case the unexpected happens. Comprehensive Wellbeing Support Whether you need confidential mental health and wellbeing advice 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme, or physical health support via our Virtual GP service (available 8am10pm, 7 days a week for you and your immediate family), help is always close at hand with the HealthHero app. PW Perks Treat Yourself! Enjoy exclusive discounts at thousands of retailers, plus exciting benefits like: Electric Vehicle Scheme (after 1 year) Cycle to Work Scheme Health Cash Plan and so much more!