Wastewater Technical Specialist

2 weeks ago


Belfast, United Kingdom Stantec UK Full time £40,000 - £70,000 per year


Are you ready to use your expertise to build more resilient communities?

At Stantec, we don't just manage wastewater assets—we help clients unlock significant performance improvements, drive value, and deliver strategic, sustainable, and innovative system-wide solutions. Our Wastewater Team boasts a strong track record across the UK& Ireland, tackling the sector's most pressing challenges.

Due to continued success, we're seeking a talented Wastewater Technical Specialist to join our team in Belfast. This role offers flexible hybrid working and a chance to make a real impact on our client's most critical infrastructure.

In this key role, you will be responsible for developing tailored, system-wide solutions to address complex wastewater and regulatory challenges, always focused on delivering optimal service outcomes.

You will Identify critical improvement opportunities, reduce system risk, and enhance client efficiency. You will Influence strategic thinking and help shape the future of wastewater management across Ireland as well as working collaboratively to provide high-level technical expertise and clear, effective advice.

We are deeply committed to your professional growth. You'll gain exposure to some of the most innovative projects in the industry and learn directly from our industry-leading experts.

About You

We are looking for a curious, client-focused professional who is passionate about driving positive change in the water sector and has the following:

  • A strong understanding of wastewater networks and/or treatment systems.
  • Chartered or actively working towards Chartership (ICE, CIWEM, IEI).
  • Demonstrable skills in data analysis and complex problem-solving.
  • A confident communicator, able to articulate technical solutions effectively to both specialist and non-technical audiences.

Why Join Us?

Join a globally recognised company that is committed to both excellence and sustainability.

  • Award-Winning Firm: Stantec was recently named International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best Place to Work – Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE awards.
  • Purpose-Driven Work: Contribute to projects that make a tangible difference in community resilience and environmental health across Ireland.
  • Flexible Working: Benefit from our flexible hybrid working model based out of our Belfast office.
  • Growth and Development: Access industry-leading training, development resources, and financial support for achieving your Chartered status.
  • Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive package including a competitive salary, pension plan, generous annual leave, private medical insurance, and more.
  • Collaborative Culture: Be part of a close-knit team where expertise is shared, and your contributions are highly valued.


About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. 

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. 

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [email protected]  and we will talk to you about how we can support you.



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