Environmental Researcher & Reporter Local Impacts

Civil Aviation Authority; London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Civil Aviation Authority is hiring an Environmental Researcher & Reporter to provide insights into aviation's environmental impact. You will be part of a strategic team that influences policy development, with a focus on sustainability related to noise, air quality, and emissions. This role combines rigorous data analysis and communication with stakeholders to support effective decision-making in the aviation sector.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

28 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with aviation environmental issues, such as noise, air quality, and emissions.
• Ability to lead projects and prepare technical reports.
• Competence in using statistical methods and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret aviation environmental data.
• Produce credible reports and engage with stakeholders.
• Support policy development through data-driven recommendations.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Data visualization

Research synthesis

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Relevant academic experience in environmental sciences

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Salary: £38,434 to £40,000

Contract Type: Full Time Permanent

Location: London/Gatwick/Hybrid

Security Level: BPSS

Visa Restrictions: This position does not currently offer visa sponsorship.

We are the UK's aviation and aerospace regulator and recognised as a world leader in its field. Our activities are diverse, enabling the aviation industry to meet the highest safety standards, and we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the constantly evolving aviation environment.

The Role

Join our dynamic Environmental Sustainability team within the Communications, Strategy, and Policy department as an Environmental Researcher & Reporter. In this pivotal role, you will analyse and interpret a wide range of primary and secondary aviation environmental data, focusing on local impacts such as noise pollution, air quality, and emissions.

You will be responsible for producing clear, accurate, and accessible reports that inform both technical experts and general stakeholders. The work produced for external and internal clients must be capable of withstanding external challenge on grounds of credibility, reliability and objectivity and meet the operational standards as, your work will directly support the development of evidence-based policy options and recommendations for the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and Government, helping shape the future of sustainable aviation.

Your Primary Focus Will Include

• Reviewing and synthesizing complex environmental data and research.
• Creating high-quality reports and public policy documents tailored to diverse audiences.
• Ensuring all outputs meet rigorous standards of credibility, reliability, and objectivity.
• Contributing to strategic decision-making through insightful analysis and policy development.
  
  

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in aviation sustainability, working at the intersection of science, policy, and public engagement.

Other Key Accountabilities

• Design and conduct primary and secondary research
• Identify implications for policy and regulatory factors.
• Interpret internal or regulatory policies to provide informed opinions and advice.
• Ensure all work can withstand external challenge on grounds of credibility, reliability, and objectivity.
• Produce accurate and detailed official reports using primary and secondary data on the Local environmental impacts of aviation
• Use statistical knowledge to interpret and explain research findings to technical and lay audiences and adhering to CAA brand and drafting guidance.
• Undertake original numerical and textual analyses as required and be responsible for accuracy and clear documentation.
• Support and provide guidance to the Principal Lead by conducting literature reviews and gathering relevant data on local environmental impacts and trends.
• Provide judgement, opinion, or advice in standard situations, escalating any requests for exceptions or situations with no precedent to more senior colleagues.
• Actively develop knowledge of, and capability to use, environmental impact principles, practices and equipment.
• Draft policy briefs, reports, and presentations on Local Impacts and related regulations.
• Identify opportunities for policy improvement and contribute to the development of new policies
• Contribute to the modernisation of systems, tools, practices and data quality, to ensure efficiency and effectiveness. Prepare and provide local aviation related environmental impact reports for government officials
• Directly engage with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including industry and Government to define requirements and communicate findings
• Manage projects within the function, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project goals.
• Provide functional input into cross-functional processes or projects
• Ensure consistent reporting, analytical rigour and assured quality, to inform government policy and to maintain the credibility of CAA.
  
  

About You

You will be working within the Environmental sustainability team within Communications, Strategy, Policy, and will be able to demonstrate, or will have, a working knowledge or experience of Aviation Noise, Emissions or Local Air Quality, along with a relevant academic or professional experience in the field of environmental sciences

Minimum Essential Criteria

• Confidently prepare, collate and deliver technical reports and presentations.
• Able to source varied data and gather information.
• Confidently demonstrate statistical and analytical capabilities, along with the use of charts and data visualisation tools
• Able to lead, manage and support on projects.
• Confident to work independently and collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Able to consistently work within rigorous and often changing timelines.
• Confidently engage with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders at various levels, including Government policy teams and other regulatory bodies.
• Confident to make decisions and influence.
• Competent user of IT platforms, such as Microsoft Excel and other software packages
  
  

Desirable Criteria

• Experience of working within aviation, aerospace or of a regulatory body.
• Project management
  
  

Additional Information

For many appointments within the CAA, these roles require access to operationally sensitive infrastructure and/or Nationally Protected information. For these roles the post holders must undergo National Security Vetting and achieve the appropriate level of clearance.

BPSS - To be vetted you must have the right to work in the UK so that meaningful checks can be undertaken. If you do not meet these requirements, we may not be able to accept your application. For more information on BPSS clearance please visit - BPSS clearance

The CAA values high ethical standards and personal integrity among employees. If invited for interview you will be asked to complete a declaration of interest.

Relocation & Property

The CAA will be relocating from Aviation House (Our Gatwick Office) to new premises in a few years’ time. Our move is driven by strategic, operational and environmental considerations. We will be moving to a new local home, up to a 15-mile radius of Aviation House, to minimise disruption for our valued colleagues and customers. We are now working with colleagues and visitors to understand what we need in our new office, before we start our property search. We will sell Aviation House and land, vacate the site and move to new premises, but we do not expect to move before 2028

Inclusive Recruitment

We are passionate about diversity and ensuring all are included at the CAA. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

As a member of the Disability Confident scheme, applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a role with us will be guaranteed an interview. We use fair and inclusive selection approaches to hire the best person for the job based on merit alone. If you require an adjustment for any reason, please let us know.

Working With Us

We are on a journey towards being increasingly adaptable, where our colleagues collaborate as part of cross-functional teams. This approach ensures we never stop learning together. It also means that you may become involved in activities that take you out of your day-to-day role, providing you with opportunities to develop and grow your career with us.

We have embraced hybrid working and offer flexible working patterns, being open to having a conversation about what works for you. We know where and when we work is important in achieving a work-life balance.

We offer a range of benefits such as flexible working arrangements, 28 days annual leave, additional 5 days leave purchase scheme, and a generous pension scheme.

Our Values

Do The Right Thing, Never Stop Learning, Build Collaborative Relationships, Respect Everyone – For more information please Click Here

Closing Date: 23rd July 2025

Interview Date: WC 4th Aug 2025, via MS Teams

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

No recruitment agencies please.

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