Graduate Consultant - Water Quality

Adler & Allan; Hastings; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental consulting firm in Hastings is seeking a Graduate Water Quality Consultant to investigate water pollution incidents and conduct field monitoring. You will write technical reports and provide timely updates to management. Ideal candidates have a degree in a biological or environmental science, a UK driving licence, and strong analytical skills. The position offers a competitive salary, extensive maternity/paternity benefits, a company pension, and opportunities for training and career progression.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

Company pension

Life assurance scheme

Medicash Plan

Refer a friend scheme

Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays

Training and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Understanding of water chemistry and indicative parameters.
• Experience in scientific fieldwork and enthusiasm for outdoor work.
• A full clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Attending and investigating water pollution incidents.
• Conducting field monitoring works including water quality measurements.
• Technical report writing for water pollution incidents.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Education

Degree in Biological or Environmental Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Graduate Water Quality Consultant

Hastings

Full time / permanent role

Competitive Salary + Benefits

Are you ready to put your degree to use and make a splash in the world of water quality consulting?

Well look no further as we may just have your perfect role!

About the role

• Attending and investigating water pollution incidents across Greater London / Thames Valley region.
• Undertaking field monitoring works including water quality measurements and sampling.
• Technical report writing in response to water pollution incidents
• Provision of accurate and timely information to line management.
• Supporting team performance by sharing knowledge and best practices at all levels
• Any other duties for which the post holder is qualified and able to carry out.

About you

• Degree in a Biological or Environmental Sciences discipline.
• Understanding of water chemistry and the indicative parameters.
• A full clean UK driving licence.
• Experience in scientific fieldwork, and an enthusiasm for working outdoors in all weathers.
• Competent user of Microsoft Outlook, Excel & Word
• Analytical and numerical skills with the ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team following precise protocols.
• Motivated, friendly and confident interacting with clients.
• Understanding of the role of regulators such as the Environment Agency (desirable).
• Laboratory analysis in environmental monitoring, and environmental compliance (desirable).

What we can offer you

• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay and leave
• Company pension
• Life assurance scheme (x4 salary)
• Medicash Plan (includes cash payments towards dental, medical, therapeutic treatments) with the option to add up to 4 dependants.
• Refer a friend scheme.
• Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Training and career progression opportunities.

About Us

At Adler and Allan Group, we're not just a company – we're environmental champions committed to protecting our planet while helping businesses thrive. We're a diverse, dynamic team dedicated to providing top tier environmental and energy infrastructure services across the UK. Our mission is clear : safeguarding the environment, minimizing operational disruptions, and supporting sustainability goals for our valued clients.