Drinking Water Specialist

Job description

Do you want to use your technical expertise to protect drinking water quality and make a real difference to public health in Scotland? The Drinking Water Quality Regulator for Scotland is looking for a Technical Specialist to join the Drinking Water Quality Regulation Team to support the regulation of drinking water quality. This is a key role in protecting public health and maintaining confidence in drinking water through strong, effective regulation. As the Drinking Water Specialist, you will assess compliance with regulatory requirements, provide expert technical advice, and carry out regulatory assessments and investigations. The focus of the role is to drive continual improvement in drinking water quality by shaping policy, guidance, and regulatory decisions that make a real impact. Responsibilities: Qualifications: You must have a Degree or equivalent in a relevant science or engineering subject (BSc (or MSc) within a scientific discipline such as biology, biological sciences, chemistry, biochemistry, medical microbiology, biomedical sciences, or various engineering disciplines). Candidates should (as minimum) be showing willingness to gain chartership with a relevant industr...