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Specialist Water & Wastewater Recruitment

At The Sterling Choice, we connect water industry organizations with the talent that understand what is required to move the sector forward.

Working with you to understand the complexities and nuances of your firm and identifying individuals that can navigate the intersection of regulation, technology, and sustainability. From water treatment to technology, infrastructure to intelligence - we support every corner of the water and wastewater cycle across the Globe.

Whether you’re a utility scaling operation, a private enterprise navigating growth, or a tech-driven disruptor, our consultative approach ensures you don’t just hire - you hire right, achieving innovation, resilience and long-term growth.

Why Work With Us?

  • Decades of sector experience across municipal, industrial, and private markets
  • Deep understanding of water, wastewater, and emerging environmental challenges
  • Access to a global network of technical, operational, and commercial leaders
  • Proven delivery at all levels including, executive, and C-Suite
  • Trusted by engineering, operations, and HR leaders globally
  • We challenge hiring briefs to help you attract the right talent - not just available talent
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Temp, Contract and Permanent Recruitment - Across the Full Water Cycle

Packaging roles require a specific blend of technical skill, compliance knowledge, and fast-paced production experience.

We understand those demands and have placed candidates across design, print, operations, and quality assurance. You’ll work with people who get the industry, and the pressure that comes with it.

We recruit across all stages of the water and wastewater value chain - from capital equipment and chemical treatment to smart water solutions and digital transformation. 

Key Verticals We Cover 

  • Capital Equipment – Filtration, membranes, pumps, valves, and treatment systems. 
  • Chemicals – Disinfection, water quality, and regulatory compliance solutions. 
  • Emerging Contaminants – PFAS, microplastics, and regulatory strategy. 
  • Asset Management – Digital twins, lifecycle planning, and optimisation. 
  • Smart Water & AI – IoT, AI/ML, and advanced analytics for predictive control. 
  • Services & Aftermarket – Maintenance, spares, and performance support.  

Functions We Recruit For 

  • Technical – Engineering, process, R&D, and digital innovation 
  • Operational – Plant, project, compliance, and asset reliability 
  • Commercial – Sales, strategy, partnerships, and business growth  

From technical specialists through senior leadership, we place proven professionals who understand the unique challenges of the water industry - and have the expertise to deliver growth. 

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Recruitment Backed by Industry Insight

We’re recruitment specialists with lived experience and long-standing networks across the water industry. Our team brings real-world insight and a global view - helping clients hire not just for now, but for what’s next.

We understand what makes talent move in this market, and more importantly, what makes them stay. We ask better questions, challenge assumptions, and help you build teams that are equipped for resilience, innovation, and growth.
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No. While it’s a core focus, we also work across adjacent sectors like engineering, food & beverage, agriculture, infrastructure, and industrial utilities.

We recruit from graduate to board-level leaders across technical, commercial, and operational functions - including engineering, project delivery, business development, compliance, and digital transformation.

Yes. Our team actively recruits across the UK, US, and UAE, offering global talent insights and access to international networks.

We go beyond Resumes. Our approach focuses on alignment, motivation, and long-term fit - through in-depth screening, psychological insight, and honest conversations with both client and candidate.

Simple - get in touch. We’ll discuss your hiring challenges, clarify your needs, and build a recruitment strategy tailored to your goals.

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Years Delivering The Right Talent

4000+

Candidates Successfully Placed

85%

Repeat Business from Happy Clients

250+

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