Water Catchment Advisor

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

Job summary

A water utility company in the UK seeks a Water Catchment Advisor to join their team, supporting catchment management across regions. This full-time position combines fieldwork and desk activities to manage water quality and engage with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and analysis skills, a degree in an environmental discipline, and a valid UK driving license. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Company vehicle

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension with employer contributions

24-hour helpline for financial, legal, and health advice

Eyecare vouchers

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 remote GP access

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience or knowledge in catchment management and land management practices.
• Understanding of water industry operations and water quality issues.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the catchment strategy and measures.
• Provide advice to land managers on water quality protection.
• Analyse monitoring data to identify pollution sources.
• Liaise with regulators and stakeholders for collaborative delivery.

Skills

Self-motivated

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Education

Degree-level qualification in environmental or scientific discipline

Job description

Overview

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

• Self‑motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• 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) and a degree‑level qualification in an environmental or scientific discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Valid UK driving licence (essential for fieldwork).

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus benefits.
• Company vehicle.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Company pension with employer contributions.
• 24‑hour helpline providing free and confidential advice on financial, legal, marital and health matters.
• Eyecare vouchers via Specsavers.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• 24/7 remote GP access.