South west water

Water Quality Pilot Scientist

Bristol Full Time
At Bristol Water we’ve been making people healthier and the economy stronger since 1846. We’ve served generations of families and will serve generations to come. 
We’re here to have a positive impact on people and the planet for generations. We don’t just give people water - we keep them healthy and help them grow. We work around the clock, testing our water hundreds of times every day. 
We take this same view with our 600 employees, we don’t just give them jobs in water, we keep them healthy and help them grow.

We’re one of the smallest water companies in the UK. Being small means we’re nimble and can achieve things quickly for our customers and our people. 
But while we’re small, we’re also part of a larger family. In June 2021 we became part of the Pennon group, which also owns South West Water and Bournemouth Water.  
This means that as part of our team, you’ll get the best of both worlds – the dynamism and fast pace of a smaller company, along with the security and breadth of opportunity that comes with being part of a large organisation. 

Are you ready to dive into cutting-edge water treatment innovation and help shape the future of drinking water quality in the UK? At Bristol Water, we’re on a mission to deliver world-class water while protecting our environment and we’re looking for a scientist with curiosity, drive, and a passion for discovery to join us on this journey.


About the role

As our Water Quality Pilot Scientist, you’ll be at leading cutting edge research into flat sheet ceramic membrane technology - a rare opportunity to operate, test, and analyse, a novel water treatment solution that could transform how we supply clean, safe water to our communities.

In this role, you’ll take the lead on daily operation of our pilot plant, design and deliver monitoring programmes, turn complex data into actionable insight, and present your findings to internal teams and industry experts.
It’s hands-on, intellectually challenging, and packed with opportunities to make a real impact.