Graduate Consultant - Water Quality

Adler and Allan; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services firm in Oxford is looking for a Graduate Water Quality Consultant. The role involves attending water pollution incidents, undertaking field monitoring, and writing technical reports. Candidates should have a degree in Biological or Environmental Sciences and experience in fieldwork. The position offers enhanced benefits and career progression opportunities, and operates on a hybrid model.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Company pension

Life assurance scheme

Medicash Plan

Competitive annual leave

Training and career progression

Qualifications

• Degree in a Biological or Environmental Sciences discipline.
• Understanding of water chemistry and its parameters.
• Experience in scientific fieldwork and enthusiasm for working outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Attend and investigate water pollution incidents.
• Undertake field monitoring including water quality measurements.
• Write technical reports in response to incidents.

Skills

Water chemistry understanding

Fieldwork experience

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Biological or Environmental Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Graduate Water Quality Consultant

Oxfordshire

12 Month Fixed Term Contract (35 hours per week)

07:00 to 15:00 and 13:00 to 21:00

Hybrid

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 the Thames Valley & Greater London area
• 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).

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 toptier 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.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.