Technical Scientist

Job Description

Salary - £38,346
Work Type - Onsite
Job Location - Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP
Role Type - Permanent
Employment Type - Full Time
Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

Benefits

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

What You Will Be Doing:

• Lead technical performance management in the production environment, collaborating with Technical Specialists and Senior Scientists.
• Provide hands-on technical support, including quality control of materials, equipment, and methods, and direct analytical work (~50% of time).
• Drive method development and implementation, including validation and accreditation of new analytical methods.
• Troubleshoot analytical issues, maintain equipment, investigate anomalies, and optimise team efficiency and best practices.
• Support lab operations through equipment procurement, supplier evaluation, and ensuring health, safety, and compliance standards are met.

What We Are Looking For:

For this role you will need a NVQ / QCF Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline in line with entry to Membership of a relevant scientific professional body such as the Royal Society of Chemistry or at least 10 years laboratory experience suitable to gain Membership entry to Royal Society of Chemistry

• Scientifically and technically adept with extensive recent and detailed practical laboratory skills - high level of expertise across all team methods in the Organics Team
• Demonstration of Competent person status, including fully compliant CPD
• Proficient analyst status in a variety of analytical techniques within the team and a good understanding of ISO 17025, ISO 5667 and all other related regulatory requirements
• Good planning, technical, communication, problem solving and organisational skills

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.