Environmental Monitoring Officer 1 (Analysis and Reporting) - 10425
2
East Midlands
Nottingham
Trentside Offices
Staff Grade 4
Permanent
Full Time
Environment & Sustainability, Operational Delivery
£27,572
These are key posts in the area Analysis and Reporting team. The duties include leading on the reporting of our environmental data to customers internally and externally so that the right decisions can be made on measures to improve and protect the water environment in East Midlands. This role will play a key part in shaping the way we do monitoring going forward with SMR, liaising with catchment co ordinators, IEP and external partners. This is a role for someone who really understands ecological data and can analyse and report it clearly and effectively. This post holder will also be a trainer and mentor to grade 3 A&R staff and will lead on pollution investigations, project assessments and catchment working for a designated geographical area. This work is vital for driving our ability to continue to be an evidence based organisation.
As a team we provide support to environment management, fisheries and water resource activities undertaken in our area. We deliver a vital service providing evidence and investigations that underpin the Environment Agency’s statutory responsibilities regarding river basin planning and management. The team also provides quality environmental data and advice to external partners and customers.
We’re seeking candidates with detailed ecological knowledge and significant environmental monitoring experience both office based and in the field. You will have proven capabilities in data and information management, achieving results, taking decisions and solving problems. You will be qualified with relevant degree or vocational training in a science related discipline and possess proven ability and/or knowledge of:
• environmental monitoring of rivers and lakes;
• field-based data acquisition capabilities – such as environmental data, macro-invertebrate samples, macrophyte surveys, and electro-fishing surveys;
• laboratory analysis of ecological samples – algae and mixed taxon level identification of macro-invertebrates to quality assured standards;
• data management, understanding of ecological, chemical and fisheries data including interpretive tools, indices and databases, ability to use GIS and multi-functional reporting all with attention to data quality;
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills and an awareness of health & safety best practice.
• environmental monitoring of rivers and lakes;
• field-based data acquisition capabilities – such as environmental data, macro-invertebrate samples, macrophyte surveys, and electro-fishing surveys;
• laboratory analysis of ecological samples – algae and mixed taxon level identification of macro-invertebrates to quality assured standards;
• data management, understanding of ecological, chemical and fisheries data including interpretive tools, indices and databases, ability to use GIS and multi-functional reporting all with attention to data quality;
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills and an awareness of health & safety best practice.
Closing 24/04/19 at 23:55 hours
These roles are mainly office/lab based but with some fieldwork. A full driving license is required.
Please contact Lesley Rippon (07799133063) with any questions or for an informal discussion.
These roles are mainly office/lab based but with some fieldwork. A full driving license is required.
Please contact Lesley Rippon (07799133063) with any questions or for an informal discussion.
24/04/2019, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Data and Information Management
These posts involve understanding, interpreting and reporting ecological data. Please outline your skills and experience in this and how they would be relevant to the advertised post
Achieves Results
Please describe your experience of delivering a quality piece of work to a tight deadline, what skills and processes did you use to ensure you achieved the best possible outcome?
Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
These are key post within our team and require the competency to make decisions and solve problems sometimes with limited or less than complete information. Please outline your skills and experience in this and how they would relate to the advertised roles
Full Driving License
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.