Would you like to work in a high performing team of process experts?
 

The Treatment Process Hub are a team of motivated, engaged, friendly Process Scientists with a talent for data analysis.  We use these skills on a daily basis to drive improvement and inform science-based decisions for the water, wastewater and engineering functions of the business.  If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to work in a fast paced, cross functional team this could be the role for you.
 

This senior role covering Water Treatment (on an 18 month Fix Term Contract) will entail working within a multi-disciplinary team of process experts to enable proactive working through better information and insights, for the geographical field Process Scientists, Tactical Asset Planning, Strategic Asset Planning and Treatment Process Engineering.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

You will be responsible for managing performance data, using new systems to streamline the reporting process. Similarly, you will understand and get the best out of other new, innovative methods of data gathering and analysis as they come into the business.

Whilst the Waste & Water Treatment team works reactively on issues and incidents, you will be working to capture lessons centrally and ensure that these are not only shared cross-functionally, but also that new standards are driven from them where relevant. 
 

You will improve understanding of works’ performance metrics and identify risks to prevent performance deterioration, as well as spotting opportunities for optimisation and process improvement, sharing knowledge and insight gained with the ultimate aim to improve regulatory compliance, helping to drive a change from reactive to proactive working for all.
 

As a Hub Senior Process Scientist you would be expected to act as a role model/ mentor for the rest of the team. You will upskill other team members including sharing knowledge cross-functionally across waste and water where applicable. You will be expected to take the initiative on investigating process deterioration, ensuring that appropriate action is taken in a timely manner.
 

As a Hub team member, you will be responsible for owning centralised activities to ensure consistency across Treatment Process and strive to develop a more proactive approach to compliance.  You will also be in a key position to drive change in the business based on Treatment Processes needs such as the ICA strategy, BI reporting needs and standard policy decisions.  You will be an ambassador for the Treatment Process Hub.
 

Whilst this is a Senior Process Scientist position covering Water Treatment, we would also consider a Hub Process Scientist position across water and waste water where applicable.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE 

We’re seeking our Senior Process Scientist to anticipate and seek to find issued that have the potential to cause deterioration in process performance, investigate and present findings, gaining but in from stakeholders to influence improvements.
 

To be successful in this role you’ll have excellent technical/process knowledge on Water Treatment, with the ability to collaborate and influence stakeholders effectively at all levels. You’ll also have strong analytical skills capable of rationalising data from various sources and be comprehensive with your use of Word, Excel, SAP, Cognos, Quis, eSCADA, Minitab.
 

Whilst this is a Senior Process Scientist position covering Water Treatment, we would also consider a Hub Process Scientist position across water and waste water where applicable.
 

As travel is required, you’ll also have to hold a full U.K driving licence.
 

The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude we want to talk to you too.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involved. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you? 
 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family: 
 

• Salary paying between £40,478.67 - £46,648.13
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)  
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)  
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)  
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate.  
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’  
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers.  
• Family friendly policies  
• Two volunteering days per year  

WHAT’S NEXT

We can’t wait to hear from you.   

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare.

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