What you bringcommunication
scientific degree
water regulations
water treatment
incident management
driving licence
If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.
If you're an experienced Public Health Scientist professional and want to help us deliver exceptional service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer for you.
- You will be a confident communicator, able to build up successful relationships at all levels within Yorkshire Water, service partner organisations and other key stakeholders. You will have previous experience of delivering training and producing written reports. You will also be comfortable using a wide range of IT systems, particularly the MS Office suite.
- The successful candidate will have a Scientific degree in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline or equivalent work experience in these areas. You will have a strong understanding of the Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations and current drinking water regulation at local, national and European level. You will also have a thorough understanding of water treatment processes and the operational and quality issues affecting drinking water supply.
- You will have previous experience in incident management and failure investigation/recovery including root cause analysis methodology. You will be able to analyse complex, technical information and solve problems, often under pressure and to deadlines. You will also consider health and safety at all times and support a zero-accident culture.
- You will hold a full valid driving licence, as there will be travel to operational sites as part of the role. We ask you have fewer than 6 points on your driving licence.
BenefitsAll our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required.
Location: This is regional role so location is negotiable / Hybrid Working
We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible.
Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it's important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn't always easy!
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - plus an extra wellness day!
- Retail savings scheme
- Development opportunities in line with the Public Health Scientist progression plan
- Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!
- Company Car Benefit
- Attractive pension scheme (up to 10% company contribution)
- A great benefits package - choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
- Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year)
- Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary
- We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience £34,052 - £42,566
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