SMS Environmental Hires Jemma Tennant As Technical Consultant

Extensive industry experience

Jemma boasts a wide breadth of knowledge and experience in the water treatment industry

As a professional, Jemma boasts a wide breadth of knowledge and experience in the water treatment industry, specializing in cooling towers and boilers. With many strings to her bow, Jemma has worked in a range of positions from sales, servicing, technical, and operations management, to consulting, training, technical support, and troubleshooting.

She is also a renowned expert within the sector as a representative of the Water Management Society at the LCA Management Committee, and a member of various other committees including Waterline. What’s more, Jemma’s a Founding Member and Chair of the Scottish Legionella Focus Group-bringing science and reason to legionella control.

technical knowledge in water hygiene

Mike Crook, CEO, SMS Environmental adds, "We are looking forward to working more closely with Jemma as her wealth of technical knowledge in water hygiene is a very valuable asset. She has what it takes to drive the company forward, and brings an array of technical knowledge that is required to grow the company further."

Jemma Tennant, Technical Consultant, SMS Environmental adds, "I’m thrilled to be joining SMS Environmental! It is one of the very few companies that have competency. Anyone will tell you that ‘contractor competency’ is one of the biggest challenges in the industry, and to be UKAS accredited just goes to show how professional, and meticulously qualified the workforce is. It also helps that every time I’ve dealt with SMS, the people have been approachable, friendly, and very good at what they do. There’s just this young, positive and energetic vibe."

Experience in water treatment

Upon graduating with a 2:1, she went on to work for companies such as Houseman, Ashland MITIE

Her experience in water treatment began at Edinburgh Napier University where she studied a Bachelor of Science in Biology, centered around the growth of microorganisms.

Upon graduating with a 2:1, she went on to work for companies such as Houseman, Ashland MITIE Water Compliance, Hertel, and Biochemica Water Ltd before securing a role as an Operational Manager for the City of Edinburgh Council. She noted that the time spent working for the council was one of her most memorable experiences.

Recruiting for a range of roles

In her spare time, Jemma enjoys walking her dogs and hiking on nature trails. A keen cycler and formerly mountain biker, Jemma loves nothing more than being outdoors and exploring the great landscapes that nature has to offer.

From all at SMS Environmental, wish Jemma every success and look forward to working with her to continue achieving excellence. Would like to join Jemma, Mike, and the rest of the team here at SMS? Currently recruiting for a wide range of roles.