Environmental Scientist, Water Resources & Conservation

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Environmental Scientist for a governmental agency focused on sustainable development in the Upington region. The role centers on managing and protecting essential water resources for agricultural, industrial, and domestic use in an arid area.

You will conduct fieldwork, monitor water quality, assess impacts of water usage, and develop conservation strategies while ensuring compliance with environmental laws.

Qualifications

• Experience in water resources management and field data collection.
• Ability to analyze environmental data and prepare reports.
• Familiarity with environmental legislation and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor water quality across assigned resources.
• Assess environmental impacts of water usage and projects.
• Develop conservation strategies to protect water resources.
• Ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
• Conduct fieldwork, collect data, and generate technical reports.
• Collaborate with farmers, local communities, and government departments.

Skills

Water quality monitoring

Environmental impact assessment

Conservation strategy development

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Environmental Scientist for a governmental agency focused on sustainable development in the Upington region. The role centers on managing and protecting essential water resources for agricultural, industrial, and domestic use in an arid area.

You will conduct fieldwork, monitor water quality, assess impacts of water usage, and develop conservation strategies while ensuring compliance with environmental laws.