Water Quality Expert

5 hours ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Scottish Water Full time
Scotland’s Water Quality Heroes: Join the Fight Against Bacteria

In this critical role, you will be at the forefront of protecting Scotland’s water supplies from harmful bacteria and other microorganisms.

As a Microbiological Specialist, you will use cutting-edge technology to test water samples and develop strategies to prevent contamination.

  • You will work closely with a team of experts to ensure that our water quality monitoring program is robust and effective.

About the Job

This is a challenging and rewarding full-time role (35 hours per week) with opportunities for professional growth and development. The successful candidate will have a competitive salary of £29,800, progressing to a maximum of £35,760 based on performance.

  1. To succeed in this role, you will need a strong understanding of microbiological testing and analysis techniques.
  2. An HND or degree-level qualification in Microbiology or a related discipline is highly desirable.

Benefits and Working Conditions

We offer a great benefits package, including:

  • Generous holiday entitlement, including public holidays.
  • Family-friendly policies around adoption, maternity, and parental leave.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Pension plan and life assurance.
  • Annual company bonus and access to employee discounts.

Logistics and Requirements

This role requires occasional evening and weekend work, as well as some flexibility in working hours.



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