Water Quality Specialist

Job Title

Water Quality Specialist

 

Summary

We’re looking for an experienced Water Quality and Water Management SME to support the Sizewell C construction phase in London, United Kingdom. This is a hybrid, permanent, full-time role offering excellent benefits and a competitive salary. If you have strong expertise in water resources, environmental compliance, and regulatory requirements, this could be the opportunity for you.

 

Salary

£85,000 per annum + benefits

 

Location and Working Pattern

London, United Kingdom – Hybrid working available
Permanent, full-time position

 

Client Overview

Our client is delivering one of the UK’s most significant construction projects and requires a dedicated expert in environmental compliance to ensure water management standards are met throughout the build phase.

 

Responsibilities

• Act as SME providing specialist advice on water management and discharges to the Environmental Services Lead and project teams.
• Review and challenge new and existing permits, licences, and consents to ensure compliance and identify risks.
• Maintain oversight of water management systems and oversee risk mitigation strategies.
• Assure water monitoring activities, reviewing data accuracy, quality, and emerging trends.
• Ensure environmental monitoring schedules are complete and compliant with relevant requirements.
• Provide technical assurance of water management plans, mitigation measures, and related arrangements.
• Support technical reviews of incidents and non-compliance, producing assurance notes where required.
• Undertake assurance checks and risk-based inspections, reporting findings and recommendations.

 

Must-have Requirements

• Strong understanding of water management, water discharges, flood risk, and permit compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks, national and international legislation related to water quality and resources.
• Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Skilled communicator with strong interpersonal and influencing abilities across multiple stakeholders.
• Accuracy and attention to detail with the ability to deliver from start to finish.
• Degree qualified or equivalent in environmental science or related discipline.
• Proven experience providing assurance and regulatory technical oversight.

 

Nice-to-have Skills

• Experience in managing water quality issues on large infrastructure or engineering projects.
• Experience building strong relationships with regulators.
• Familiarity with water or hydrogeological modelling.
• Professional membership in a relevant body.
• Additional qualifications or training in water management.

 

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