Job Description

• take water samples (although routine sampling may be carried out by technicians)
• carry out sample preparation, laboratory testing of samples for chemical or microbiological parameters and, in the case of drinking water, assess the quality of taste and clarity
• analyse, interpret and report on water quality data
• understand trends and patterns and assess compliance with regulatory standards and potential risks to consumers
• carry out daily laboratory quality control checks
• visit sites of concern, such as potential sources of pollution or contamination, and sources of complaints about drinking water quality
• liaise with customers and representatives from regulatory authorities
• undertake quality audits and lead investigations into atypical findings
• investigate reasons for lapses in water quality and suggest changes or solutions to these problems
• provide advice on avoiding problems, for example to businesses discharging effluent
• negotiate effluent discharges fees
• contribute to projects concerning water quality improvement
• check customers' premises and the construction of drains
• investigate pollution incidents from a scientific and legal viewpoint
• arrange for emergency action in response to pollution-causing incidents
• conduct research related to water quality and set up field surveys
• share information with water quality professionals from other agencies
• adhere to health and safety procedures.

Job Type: Full-time