Water Quality & Catchment Planning Specialist

Environment Agency; Launceston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A government environmental body in the UK is recruiting a Water Quality Specialist to join their Integrated Environment Planning Team. The role involves improving local water quality, reviewing water company proposals, and responding to incidents. Candidates should have relevant environmental qualifications and experience. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on local water bodies and work collaboratively with various stakeholders. Competitive salary and additional support for incident roles are available.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in an environmental discipline.
• Relevant environmental work experience in water companies or regulatory roles.
• Technical background in water quality and understanding of environmental pressures.

Responsibilities

• Drive improvements in local rivers, lakes, and coastal waters.
• Review and shape water company proposals.
• Lead activities for maintaining designated Protected Areas.
• Respond to incidents and provide business continuity support.

Skills

Ability to analyse and present technical information

Strong organisational skills

Effective influencing and persuasion skills

Education

Degree in an environmental discipline or equivalent

Job description

A government environmental body in the UK is recruiting a Water Quality Specialist to join their Integrated Environment Planning Team. The role involves improving local water quality, reviewing water company proposals, and responding to incidents. Candidates should have relevant environmental qualifications and experience. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on local water bodies and work collaboratively with various stakeholders. Competitive salary and additional support for incident roles are available.