Hydrometry and Telemetry Officer 2 - 7175
1
East of England
Brampton
Staff Grade 3
Permanent
Full Time
Analytical
£22,433
We’re looking for a Hydrometry and Telemetry officer to support the team in delivering our data collection and validation responsibilities.
The role requires both office and field based activities, with some flexibility to vary the proportions of each depending on workload and experience.
The field work element involves the routine maintenance of data collection devices including rain gauges, data loggers, gauging equipment and telemetry systems, ensuring that the data collected is of the highest possible standard.
The office based activities include inputting and quality assuring data collected from our network and responding to data requests from both internal and external customers.
The role requires both office and field based activities, with some flexibility to vary the proportions of each depending on workload and experience.
The field work element involves the routine maintenance of data collection devices including rain gauges, data loggers, gauging equipment and telemetry systems, ensuring that the data collected is of the highest possible standard.
The office based activities include inputting and quality assuring data collected from our network and responding to data requests from both internal and external customers.
The Hydrometry and Telemetry team provides support to core telemetry, hydrometric and hydrological activities undertaken in the East Anglia Area. It delivers a vital service that underpins much of the Environment Agency’s statutory responsibilities relating to flood forecasting and water resources.
Field work – practical experience
Awareness of different hydrometric monitoring methods and the resulting data.
Awareness of data transmission systems and data collection & management systems.
Experience of data management.
Driving licence required.
Awareness of different hydrometric monitoring methods and the resulting data.
Awareness of data transmission systems and data collection & management systems.
Experience of data management.
Driving licence required.
Closing Date: 22nd December 2017 at 23:55 hours
Must have full licence driving licence
For further details please contact Louise Wilson on 07768000955 or Mark Stevens on 07766780088 or by email: louise.wilson@environment-agency.gov.uk or mark.stevens@environment-agency.gov.uk
You can also download the candidate pack for more information.
Must have full licence driving licence
For further details please contact Louise Wilson on 07768000955 or Mark Stevens on 07766780088 or by email: louise.wilson@environment-agency.gov.uk or mark.stevens@environment-agency.gov.uk
You can also download the candidate pack for more information.
22/12/2017, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Data and Information Management
Accurately and safely collects, enters and maintains data in line with Environment Agency procedures and stores data, or material, for subsequent analysis safely.
Examines and tests out sources and validity of data/information before using; makes clear the status or reliability of material used. Undertakes more data gathering where necessary.
Examines and tests out sources and validity of data/information before using; makes clear the status or reliability of material used. Undertakes more data gathering where necessary.
H&T Instrumentation Operational Management
Ensure continued data quality by maintaining and calibrating field equipment to national standards.
Assesses site condition periodically to ensure continued site integrity.
Installs H&T monitoring equipment so that it provides timely, consistent data to the required resolution and accuracy.
Assesses site condition periodically to ensure continued site integrity.
Installs H&T monitoring equipment so that it provides timely, consistent data to the required resolution and accuracy.
H&T Systems Management
Provides day-to-day system administration and support in accordance with established procedures.
Investigates and resolves problems with systems to maintain underlying business processes and continuity of service.
Investigates and resolves problems with systems to maintain underlying business processes and continuity of service.
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
This Vacancy is closed to applications.