Job Description

At BUUK Infrastructure, our vision is to be the leading utility partner to accelerate the UK towards net zero for all our customers. Our group of companies has been the major drive for change and innovation over 30 years.

We provide a supportive environment that is committed to enabling our people to be the best - ensuring they feel proud to be themselves and part of BUUK Infrastructure.

We are looking for

Water Sampling Lead

who would like to help us reach our mission to "earn customer loyalty and drive business growth by providing consistently excellent service".

Purpose of this role

Responsible for maintaining sampling accreditation to ISO:17025.

This is a Cardiff/field based role

Your key responsibilities are

To maintain ISO:17025 accreditation for IWNL's sampling function.

Alongside the Water Regulations Lead, manage the water sampling and regulations field team.

To create and maintain appropriate Water Quality and Company

- Systems.

- Processes and procedures.

- Sampling and analysis programmes.

- Data management.

- Reporting systems.

To create and deliver the compliance and operational sampling programme to ISO:17025 standards.

Identify and manage any deviations from procedures and policies and report these at Sampling Management Review Meetings.

Where necessary, escalate any non-conformances to the Head of Water Regulation and Compliance.

Alongside the Water Compliance Manager, to manage the relationship with the laboratory providing analysis services to IWNL.

To create and deliver an audit and training programme to people undertaking sampling.

To develop relationships with stakeholders, including the DWI, UKAS and analysis laboratories.

Provide technical support to other teams about water quality breaches and investigations.

Oversee the development of databases and PowerBI reporting tools for water sampling.

Provide coaching and mentoring to both direct and indirect reports.

Any other duties as required by the Head of Water Regulation and Compliance.

Deputise for the Head of Water Regulation and Compliance as required.

Qualifications

Degree level in appropriate technical discipline or equivalent experience.

Experience/Knowledge

A good understanding of the ISO:17025 standard for water sampling.

Experience of coaching staff.

Experience of running training and audit programs and making practical recommendations for improvements.

Experience of educating stakeholders on matters related to accreditation requirements.

Abilities/Skills

An understanding of the regulatory and operational requirements surrounding water quality.

The ability to analyse facts.

Be able to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Desirable

Technically competent in Microsoft Excel.

Working towards or registered with an appropriate professional institution.

Able to maintain a helpful and customer focussed work environment.

Line management experience.

Able to provide accurate quality work within department and company.

Exceptional communication and report writing skills.

Strong knowledge of the full Microsoft suite of software.

Conditions of Employment

You are required to have your criminal records checked through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This is due to going into customers' homes. You will be required to participate in a standby rota. You will hold a driving licence

What can you expect from us

At least the cost of living pay increase every year

Company pension contributions up to 10% if employees contribute 5%

33 days holiday including bank holidays with the ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

To say thank you, each time you successfully refer someone you will receive a referral payment of 1000 (net of tax)

Hybrid working for eligible roles

Development opportunities to reach your career aspirations

BUUK has an award-winning culture. We care about your wellbeing and safety as we all deserve the right to go home safe, every day. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we respect each other and advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion in all we do.

Research shows that women and people from different underrepresented backgrounds often only apply for a job if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you would like to be a part of our team and you meet many, but not all our requirements for this role, please apply. You can also ask us about flexible working options.

For more information please contact our resourcing team on 01359 308260

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 47,050.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company car Company pension Life insurance Referral programme Sick pay
Work Location: On the road

Reference ID: 603