Catchment Scientist - Data-Driven Water Quality

South East Water; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility provider in the UK is looking for a dedicated Catchment Scientist to lead investigations under the Water Industry National Environment Programme. You will coordinate monitoring programmes across catchments, analyze data to identify pollution sources, and collaborate with agencies to protect water quality. A relevant scientific degree and excellent organisational skills are required. The position offers a salary of up to £27,000 per annum with numerous benefits including flexible leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible annual leave policy

Paid volunteering days

Cycle to work scheme

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Wellbeing related benefits

Qualifications

• Relevant environmental degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Good understanding of environmental management related to drinking water pollution.
• Awareness of water quality standards and regulations is essential.
• Methodical approach and ability to manage workload flexibly.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples from catchments and manage hydrometric data.
• Analyze monitoring data to determine pollution sources.
• Represent the company at external events and meetings.
• Help produce reports on catchment management activities.

Skills

Environmental science understanding

Data analysis

Field data collection

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant scientific degree or related work experience

Job description

A leading water utility provider in the UK is looking for a dedicated Catchment Scientist to lead investigations under the Water Industry National Environment Programme. You will coordinate monitoring programmes across catchments, analyze data to identify pollution sources, and collaborate with agencies to protect water quality. A relevant scientific degree and excellent organisational skills are required. The position offers a salary of up to £27,000 per annum with numerous benefits including flexible leave and a pension scheme.