Scientist Work, Jobs in Sandford, Som (with Salaries)

Water Quality Scientist
Bristol Water —Bristol
- £42,000 - £47,546 a year
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
10d
Biomedical Scientist (Blood Sciences)
Integrated Pathology Partnership Limited —Taunton
- £39,959 - £48,117 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- In-person
17h
Assistant Soil Scientist
AtkinsRéalis —Bristol
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Travel
Health and Care Intelligence Specialist Apprentice
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust —Taunton
- £39,959 a year
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- English
- SQL
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
14d
Data Scientist
Intellium AI —Bristol
- Master's degree
- Machine learning
- Software development
Data Scientist - Internship
Intellium AI —Bristol
- Master's degree
- Machine learning
- Software development
Specialist Technician (Research)
University of Bristol —Bristol
- £32,080 - £35,608 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Organisational skills
- IT
Senior or Principal Soil Scientist
AtkinsRéalis —Bristol
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Travel
- Communication skills
Geo-environmental Apprentice
Tetra Tech —Bristol
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
Quantum Algorithms Scientist - Implementations
Phasecraft —Bristol
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- C++
- Software development
Quick apply
Principal Water Quality Scientist/ Modeller
AECOM —Cardiff
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- Project management
- Scripting
Soil Scientist
AtkinsRéalis —Bristol
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Travel
Data Scientist 4
Lam Research —Bristol
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Principal Coastal Scientist
Mott MacDonald —Bristol
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- Business development
- Project management
- Employee discount
Research Associate (Computer Fluid Dynamics Modelling of Pickering Foams and Emulsions)
Cardiff University —Cardiff
- £41,064 - £46,049 a year
- Full-time
- University
Senior Analyst - Data Enrichment
Somerset Bridge Group —Cribbs Causeway
- £68,000 - £75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- SQL
- Communication skills
- Python
- Annual leave
- Referral programme
Quick apply
5d
Senior Data Scientist
RAC —Almondsbury
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Engineering
- Data analysis skills
- Annual leave
- Flexible schedule
13d
Senior Software Engineer, Architecture & Algorithms
KLA —Newport
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- C++
- Annual leave
13d
Clinical Scientist in Genomics
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust (BFT) —Bristol
- £49,387 - £56,515 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
11h
Senior Water Scientist and Hydrologist
AECOM —Bristol
- Full-time
- Hybrid work

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Water Quality Scientist

Bristol Water -
Bristol

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Job details

£42,000 - £47,546 a year
10 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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