Blue Arrow are recruiting for Water Sampling Technicians. Our client is a global manufacturing company who are A leader in their industry, based in Swansea. Hours of work: Monday to Friday 7.30am-4pm / 40 hours a week Working On &amp; Offsite. This role requires flexibility to work away from office base with a 2-hour radius of Swansea East and West. Occasional overnight stays when work is necessary. Company vehicle will be provided, picked up from base and dropped off in the evenings. Salary: £29,000 p.a Contract: Permanent Summary: To collect and deliver water samples from a range of locations (industrial, commercial, and/or natural water sources) in accordance with relevant water quality guidelines and company procedures, ensuring samples are taken, stored, and transported under strict quality and safety standards. Main Responsibilities: * Collection of water samples from designated site taps * Delivery of samples to specified laboratories for testing * Compliance with relevant procedures and standards for sample collection * Travel to customer sites to complete site surveys as part of sales engineering works. Action and complete scope of work and ensure that project is completed to deadline. * Review and implement internal documentation control associated to HSD/FMP processes Essential Skills: * Attention to Detail: Ability to follow strict sampling protocols and accurately label/record data. * Time Management: Efficiently plan routes and meet sampling schedules within required timeframes. * Health &amp; Safety Awareness: Understanding of safe working practices, including lone working and use of PPE. * Manual Handling &amp; Practical Skills: Comfortable handling sampling equipment, cool boxes, and sample containers. * Driving &amp; Navigation: Confident driving to multiple field locations across varying terrain; full, clean UK driving licence required. * Basic Technical Competence: Ability to use handheld instruments (e.g., pH meter, thermometer, turbidity meter) and ensure correct calibration. * Problem-Solving: Identify and respond to unexpected field conditions (e.g., site access issues, contamination risks). * Record-Keeping &amp; Documentation: Maintain accurate logs, chain-of-custody forms, and digital records. * Communication: Clear verbal and written reporting to supervisors and laboratory staff. * Independence &amp; Reliability: Self-motivated to work alone, meet deadlines, and uphold standards without constant supervision Desirable/Additional Skills: * Knowledge of Sampling Guidelines: Familiarity with UK water sampling standards (e.g., BS EN ISO 5667). * Basic Data Entry &amp; IT: Use of tablets or mobile apps for field data capture. * Customer/Client Interaction: Professional conduct when visiting client premises or liaising with site contacts. * Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust schedules due to weather, traffic, or urgent sampling requests. * First Aid Awareness: Basic first aid or lone-worker safety training Essential Requirements: * Full UK Driving Licence - Essential * Minimum age 25 - for insurance coverage on company vehicle * DBS Check - All candidates must successfully complete a DBS check due to site requirements. A clear DBS is a mandatory requirement for this role. If you feel you are the right candidate for this role then please submit your CV for immediate responseBlue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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