Regulatory Controller Trade Effluent

We have an exciting opportunity for a Regulatory Controller Trade Effluent (RCTE) available. This role focuses on the control and monitoring of trade effluent discharges to sewers and to provide data for recovering wholesale costs for the treatment of trade effluent discharges into Wastewater Treatment Works.

You will work as a member of a local team, reporting to the Lead RCTE for that area and will have a dedicated group of non-household customers under your control. You may also be required to assist in other areas.

Liaising with retailers on behalf of Non-Household Customers via JIRA case management system to meet SLA's for trade effluent related queries, applications, and sample notifications

Samples and meter readings for control and monitoring will be obtained to a pre-determined schedule as set out in Trade Effluent Policy procedures Control is achieved through a process of deriving consents that provide adequate protection

Monitoring trade effluent discharge analysis results including carrying out site tests to ensure compliance against consents in line with Trade Effluent policy guidelines

Gathering and providing evidence to support recommended legal action where a breach of the regulations could have/has had an adverse effect on UU, its assets and the environment

Providing out of hours support regarding the management of incidents relating to trade effluent discharges

This role may not be eligible for sponsorship

Knowledge of the regulations covering trade effluent and environmental law

Ability to use Word, Excel and knowledge of JIRA,TEMS, WALTO, OMS and Access computer systems

Experience working within the UU Health & Safety environment (use of Airline)

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Essential Qualifications

HNC / BSc or equivalent in Chemistry or relevant scientific discipline

Must have a valid driving licence

Availability to participate in the Trade Effluent Standby Rota

We’re offering an exciting opportunity to join our friendly, professional, and highly motivated Trade Effluent team – a close-knit group that takes pride in collaboration, competence and commitment to doing the right thing.

You will own and manage your own portfolio of traders, ensuring they meet compliance standards and helping us hit key market performance targets.

Enjoy the flexibility to shape how and where you work, while balancing site visits, investigations and relationship building with efficient remote portfolio management.

Play a vital role in protecting our wastewater treatment infrastructure, safeguarding the environment and promoting a healthier, greener North West.

Have the chance to engage directly in incident response, where your actions can make a measurable difference and contribute to effective enforcement outcomes when required.