Water Catchment Advisor

SOUTH STAFFS WATER PLC; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A water services company is looking for a Water Catchment Advisor to support its management program in Cambridge. This full-time role involves both fieldwork and desk-based activities, focusing on water quality risk mitigation and environmental improvements. The ideal candidate should have a degree in a relevant field and knowledge of catchment management. Competitive salary and various benefits are offered.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Employer-contributed pension

24-hour helpline for confidential advice

Eyecare vouchers

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 remote GP access

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in environmental or scientific discipline or equivalent experience.
• Valid UK driving licence for fieldwork.
• Experience or knowledge in catchment management and land management practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of catchment strategy and programme.
• Provide advice to land managers on water quality protection.
• Analyse monitoring data to identify pollution sources.
• Track and report on catchment activities.

Skills

Data analysis

Water quality understanding

Catchment management knowledge

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Degree in environmental or scientific discipline

Job description

South Staffs Water is seeking a dedicated Water Catchment Advisor to join our Catchment team, supporting the delivery of our catchment management programme across the Cambridge Water area, with occasional travel to the South Staffs Water region. This full-time role blends fieldwork and desk-based activities, focusing on water quality risk mitigation and environmental improvements. You'll work closely with internal teams, regulators, landowners, and partner organisations to implement effective catchment measures and meet statutory obligations.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of our catchment strategy and programme of measures
• Provide advice to land managers on water quality protection
• Analyse monitoring data to identify pollution sources
• Track and report on catchment activities, including financial progress
• Liaise with regulators, landowners, and stakeholders to ensure collaborative delivery
• Represent South Staffs Water at external events and meetings
• Work with catchment groups and partners to define plans that benefit water quality and the environment
• Occasionally attend stakeholder meetings outside of normal working hours

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in environmental or scientific discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Valid UK driving licence (essential for fieldwork)
• Experience or knowledge in catchment management, agronomy, and land management practices
• Understanding of water industry operations and water quality issues
• Competence in data analysis and report writing
• BASIS/PAS experience (advantageous but not essential)

Benefits

• A competitive salary plus benefits
• Company Vehicle
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension with employer contributions
• 24-hour helpline providing free and confidential advice to you and your family on financial, legal, marital, and health matters
• Eyecare vouchers - via Specsavers
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• 24/7 remote GP access