Graduate Hydrometrist: Field Data & Water Monitoring

Tarmac; Theale; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Exclusive discounts via Reward website

Employee Assistance helpline

Employee Communities access

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Job summary

Tarmac, a leading UK construction materials company, is looking for a Graduate Hydrometrist to develop specialist skills in hydrometry and environmental monitoring while working with experienced professionals on field-based projects.

You will gain hands-on experience collecting and analysing hydrological data, maintaining equipment, and supporting high-quality data delivery to help clients manage water resources and protect the environment. No prior hydrometry experience is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Geography, Hydrology, Earth Sciences, Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong problem-solving and practical, hands-on approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Carry out hydrometric fieldwork, including river flow measurements and environmental monitoring.
• Install, inspect, maintain and repair monitoring equipment at sites across the UK.
• Collect, record and manage field data accurately and efficiently.
• Support the operation of telemetry and logging systems used to monitor environmental conditions.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment issues and implementing solutions in the field.
• Work closely with technical specialists and project teams to deliver monitoring programmes.
• Follow industry best practice, quality standards and health and safety procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance monitoring sites and processes.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Willingness to travel

IT skills

Education

Environmental Science degree

Geography

Hydrology

Earth Sciences

Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tarmac, a leading UK construction materials company, is looking for a Graduate Hydrometrist to develop specialist skills in hydrometry and environmental monitoring while working with experienced professionals on field-based projects.

You will gain hands-on experience collecting and analysing hydrological data, maintaining equipment, and supporting high-quality data delivery to help clients manage water resources and protect the environment. No prior hydrometry experience is required.