Hydrology officer - 9305
1
South East
Welwyn Garden City
Alchemy, Bessemer Road, AL7 1HE
Staff Grade 4
Fixed Term
Full Time
Environment & Sustainability, Science
£27,138 pro-rata
We want you to be part of our team that manages the water environment in Hertfordshire and North London. You will help to take care of the water both above and below ground, working to protect drinking water and supporting our rivers and wetlands.
From our Clay and urban catchments to our rare and beautiful Chalk rivers, you will develop our knowledge about the pressures on our water resources by analysing and interpreting the hydrological information we collect. You will be confident in communicating this technical understanding to help us tackle tough issues from new housing to national infrastructure projects.
From our Clay and urban catchments to our rare and beautiful Chalk rivers, you will develop our knowledge about the pressures on our water resources by analysing and interpreting the hydrological information we collect. You will be confident in communicating this technical understanding to help us tackle tough issues from new housing to national infrastructure projects.
We are seeking an enthusiastic team member to join the Groundwater and Hydrology team which provides technical support for sustainable water resources decision making. As a team of hydrologists and hydrogeologists you will work alongside other water resources specialists as well as with our Groundwater and Land Quality colleagues.
You will also be expected to work alongside staff from the wider business to help deliver our response to a range of environmental and flooding incidents.
You will also be expected to work alongside staff from the wider business to help deliver our response to a range of environmental and flooding incidents.
You will have a degree in geography or environmental sciences and ideally have an MSc in hydrology or a related subject. Ideally you are a member of a relevant professional organisation and working towards Chartership. You will have a thorough understanding of hydrology concepts, data and techniques. Alongside this you’ll have experience of the analysis and interpretation of both data and information to inform decision making and problem solving.
You will be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and ideally have experience of ArcGIS. You will be a confident communicator and be able to convey information and ideas clearly. You will deliver work to high standards, while prioritising and organising your work to achieve results.
You will be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and ideally have experience of ArcGIS. You will be a confident communicator and be able to convey information and ideas clearly. You will deliver work to high standards, while prioritising and organising your work to achieve results.
Closing Date: 18th November 2018 at 23:55 hours
The post is based in Welwyn Garden City office, which benefits from limited car parking. As part of your role, you will work with other Areas and will need to carry out site visits. You will have a full UK driving licence. You will work in and with the most diverse and inclusive teams in the business.
For further details contact Dr Giuseppe Frapporti, Groundwater and Hydrology Team Leader on 02084747310 or by email: giuseppe.frapporti@environment-agency.gov.uk.
The post is based in Welwyn Garden City office, which benefits from limited car parking. As part of your role, you will work with other Areas and will need to carry out site visits. You will have a full UK driving licence. You will work in and with the most diverse and inclusive teams in the business.
For further details contact Dr Giuseppe Frapporti, Groundwater and Hydrology Team Leader on 02084747310 or by email: giuseppe.frapporti@environment-agency.gov.uk.
18/11/2018, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
12 months
Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
You find and deliver optimal solutions by effectively analysing all the information,
probing to develop alternatives and taking sound and timely decisions.
probing to develop alternatives and taking sound and timely decisions.
Numerical Modelling and Forecasting
You Interpret data and information to forecast the state of the environment,
including more localised forecasting such as pollution, flooding
and water availability.
including more localised forecasting such as pollution, flooding
and water availability.
Data and Information Management
You collects, analyse, interpret, record, manage, develop and share hydrological and water resource data, material or information appropriately for a variety of purposes
Communicates Effectively
You listen and question to understand and engage. You convey information and ideas
clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing, particularly on technical water resources issues
clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing, particularly on technical water resources issues
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.