A Waterworks Chemist is mainly deployed on (a) supervising the work and staff of a water science laboratory, conducting chemical, bacteriological, biological and radiological examinations, monitoring water quality, advising on monitoring and controlling of treatment works; (b) carrying out water analysis and investigating into various aspects of water quality or treatment problems; (c) undertaking radiation measurement and monitoring of water quality, advising on statutory procedures, handling of radioactive substances and radiological protection matters; (d) training staff in laboratory and field work; and (e) performing other duties as assigned by the Chief Waterworks Chemist.

Candidates should have - (a) (i) a First or Second Class Honours degree in Chemistry from a Hong Kong university or equivalent with at least ⅔ of the total number of units or papers taken in Chemistry; and (ii) two years’ relevant post-graduate experience; OR (i) a First or Second Class Honours degree in Chemistry from a Hong Kong university or equivalent with at least ½ of the total number of units or papers taken in Chemistry; and (ii) a Master degree in Chemistry from a Hong Kong university or equivalent; (b) a ‘Pass’ result in the Aptitude Test in the Common Recruitment Examination (CRE) (See Note (a)); and (c) met the language proficiency requirements of ‘Level 1’ results in the two language papers (Use of Chinese and Use of English) in the CRE or equivalent (See Note (a)).