Life & physical science occupations Work, Jobs in Bristol, Bst (with Salaries)

Water Quality Scientist
Bristol Water —Bristol
- £42,000 - £47,546 a year
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
2d
Species Recovery Officer
Forestry England —Coleford
- £33,854 a year
- Part-time
- English
- Free parking
- Employee discount
Sustainability Specialist
Computershare —Bristol
- Full-time
- IT
- Work from home
4d
Area Ecologist
Forestry England —Coleford
- £30,105 a year
- Part-time
- English
- Free parking
- Employee discount
Ecologist (Highways and Operations)
Monmouthshire County Council —Usk
- £38,220 - £41,771 a year
- School
SRO Environment Specialist
South West Water —Bristol
- Up to £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Data analysis skills
- Analysis skills
- Driving
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Geo-environmental Apprentice
Tetra Tech —Bristol
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
Graduate Air Quality Consultant
Redmore Environmental Ltd —Bristol
- £25,000 - £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Profit sharing
- Annual leave
Quick apply
7d
Area Ecologist
Forestry Commission —Coleford
- £30,105 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Office
- Presentation skills
- IT
Product Stewardship Toxicologist
Imperial Brands —Bristol
- IT
- Communication skills
3d
Species Recovery Officer
Forestry Commission —Coleford
- £33,854 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Senior Researcher
Carbometrics —Bristol
- £33,000 - £39,000 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Data analysis skills
- Laboratory experience
Quick apply
Ecologist/Botanist
SLR Consulting —Bristol
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- Project management
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
- Life insurance
PDRA/Senior PDRA in Organic Geochemistry
University of Bristol —Bristol
- £39,906 - £48,882 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
12d
MTS Chemist
TRADEBE —Newport
- Up to £32,000 a year
- Computer literacy
- Driving
- Employee discount
7d
Transfer Station Chemist
TRADEBE —Newport
- £26,370 a year
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
13d
Ecologists – Environmental & Sustainability Consulting
SLR Consulting —Bristol
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- Leadership
- Annual leave
Research Associate in QET LABS /Senior Research Associate
University of Bristol —Bristol
- £37,099 - £46,974 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
- Laboratory experience
Research Leader - Flow Cytometry
Charles River Laboratories —Portishead
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Sales
- Laboratory experience
Hydrological Modeller
Fathom —Bristol
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Software development
- Communication skills
Quick apply
13d

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Water Quality Scientist

Bristol Water -
Bristol

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Job details

£42,000 - £47,546 a year
2 days ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Driving Licence
Microsoft Excel
Technical support
Analysis skills
Public health
IT
Communication skills

Full job description

Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose

At Bristol Water, we’ve been serving generations of families since 1846. Ensuring people in our communities have access to healthy water is paramount, which is why we work around the clock testing our water hundreds of times a day.

We’re proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we’re working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife.

Whether you’re starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career.

Ready to make a splash? Join our team today.

Job Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Water Quality Scientist to join our dedicated Water Quality team. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to play a key role in protecting public health by ensuring the safety and quality of drinking water from source to tap.

You will combine scientific expertise, analytical thinking, and operational insight to monitor, investigate, and continuously improve water quality across the supply system.

Key Responsibilities

Water Quality Assurance & Compliance

Safeguard water quality from source through treatment and distribution to customer taps
Ensure compliance with drinking water quality standards and relevant UK legislation
Monitor water quality through laboratory data, telemetry systems, and operational feedback

Investigation & Problem Solving

Analyse sample results to identify trends, risks, or failures
Lead investigations into water quality incidents at treatment works and within the network
Identify root causes and implement corrective actions to protect public health

Operational & Technical Support

Provide scientific expertise to operational, asset management, and project teams
Support design, construction, and commissioning of water-related projects
Advise on process optimisation and operational improvements

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

Respond to and resolve customer enquiries relating to water quality
Act as a key contact for regulatory bodies (e.g., Drinking Water Inspectorate, UK Health Security Agency, Environmental Health)
Communicate complex scientific information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

Continuous Improvement & Community Engagement

Contribute to water quality improvement programmes and risk reduction initiatives
Support community education and awareness on water quality matters
Identify and promote innovative solutions to improve operational performance

Standby & Emergency Response

Participate in the Water Quality Duty Scientist standby rota (24/7 operational support)

Skills & Experience Required

Essential

Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (e.g., Water Science, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Engineering)
Strong understanding of:
- Water treatment processes
- Water distribution systems
Drinking water standards and regulatory frameworks in the UK (Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations)
Analytical ability to interpret complex data and perform scientific calculations
Strong verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Proficiency in IT systems (particularly Microsoft Word and Excel)
Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable

Knowledge of:
- Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations
- UK water industry regulatory environment
Experience working within water treatment or similar industrial processes

Personal Attributes

Analytical and detail-oriented with a problem-solving mindset
Strong team player with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions
Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Confident communicating technical information to diverse audiences
Comfortable working in operational environments, including:
- Working at height
- Confined spaces

Closing Date: 17th July 2026

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.

Our core values, which are essential to our success, are:

Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.

Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.

Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.

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