Senior Scientist

6 days ago


Eastbourne East Sussex, United Kingdom Southern Water Full time

Job Title: Wastewater Senior Process Scientist Contract Type: Permanent Salary: Up to £43k based on skills and experience The Ideal candidate will provide technical support sites under a geographical or specialist area of responsibility including operation of processes (sludge, wastewater, waste management), implementing operating methods, monitoring and optimisation of quality and performance. This will include investigating faults and implementing corrective actions to ensure compliance (legal, health and safety, regulatory) and the smooth running of plants and sites. There will be a requirement to join a standby rota. Work will involve travel and responsibility for sites within a geographical or specialist area of responsibility including operation of processes (sludge, wastewater, waste management or R&D), implementing operating methods, monitoring and optimisation of quality and performance. To deputise for the Area Principal Process Scientist as required Responsible for making decisions affecting plant and processes to improve operations at sites for which they are responsible, or to mitigate risks and issues. To monitor and optimise the operation of the WTW and downstream assets to ensure that the quality of final effluent that enters the watercourse continues to meet all internal and statutory requirements where appropriate, work closely with relevant departments regarding the optimisation and improvement of the Wastewater treatment processes, including Planning and Resilience, Construction and Operations To monitor and analyse available data, identify risks and report on anomalies and atypical trends affecting final effluent quality and making recommendations to address these A sound understanding of wastewater chemistry/biology/engineering and principles of wastewater treatment A sound understanding of regulatory requirements regarding WTW permit compliance Investigative skills including data analysis, process mapping and auditing The ability to analyse large and complex data sets using a variety of techniques and systems Degree or higher in relevant scientific or engineering discipline Experience in technical roles related to water quality/treatment science/engineering Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. 8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation "Our mission is to protect and enhance life through water—and we need passionate people to help us achieve it. If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details here: Our Commitment to Diversity We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic.



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