Scientific Officer

4 hours ago


Hatfield, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Affinity Water Full time
Job Title: Scientific Officer

This is a 7-month secondment to cover the Scientific Officer Network position.

Working in the Water Quality Services Department, the purpose of this role is to carry out water quality investigations, audits, ground condition assessments, sample result analysis, and report on findings.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deputise for the Operations Scientist Network during their absence.
  • Provide support to the Operations Scientist Network in monitoring and improving Network water quality performance.
  • Carry out ground condition assessments for new developments and recommend suitable materials.
  • Investigate Network water quality events and provide information to the Operations Scientist Network.
  • Conduct structured audits and report outcomes to the Operations Scientist Network.
  • Identify areas at higher risk of water quality events through site-specific studies.
  • Respond to and investigate exceedances and unusual results within prescribed timescales.
  • Ensure all operational network samples are taken and water quality complies with regulatory and operational values.
  • Provide expert water quality advice and support to teams involved in operational activities.
  • Provide water quality training to community-based teams.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary depending on experience.
  • Hours of work: 08:00am - 16:00pm (Monday to Thursday) 08:00am - 15:30pm - (Friday).
  • Learning and development opportunities, including mentoring and a range of formal courses and open learning resources.
  • Entry into the company annual bonus scheme.
  • Annual leave from 23 days rising with length of service, and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days.
  • A 'Celebration Day' in addition to public holidays that people can use to celebrate a religious festival or other occasion that is important to them.
  • A generous 'double match pension scheme' that doubles the contributions you make (company contribution capped at 12%).
  • We offer a range of family benefits including enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity, Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support Leave and up to 5 full or 10 half days of paid Carers Leave.
  • Menopause policy and Reasonable Adjustment policy to help everyone perform at their best.
  • Access to our Wellbeing Centre with support for looking after your physical and mental health.
  • Discounts at a Range of Retail Outlets and on Dental and Medical Insurance through our Tap4Perks scheme.
  • Up to 4 Affinity days a year to volunteer in the community.
  • Life Assurance.
  • Disability confident (if you need to apply through a different format, please contact the Talent Acquisition Partner for this role).

Affinity Water recognises the benefits of greater diversity in our workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We are committed to building a more inclusive culture where every member of our workforce can thrive.


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