Adler & Allan
Graduate Water Quality Consultant
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Job Description
Graduate Water Quality Consultant
Thames Valley & Greater London
Full Time/Permanent
Job Purpose
The primary purpose of the role will be to attend and investigate water pollution incidents; undertake field-based monitoring and collect environmental samples for laboratory analysis across the Thames Valley and Greater London area.
Hours of Work
- Weekly contractual hours of 35 hours per week
- On a split shift rota pattern 07:00 to 15:00 and 13:00 to 21:00, five days per week alternating between early and late shifts every four weeks
- One hour unpaid lunch break each day
- Expectation to complete a reasonable amount of overtime as part of this role
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Attending and investigating water pollution incidents across the Thames Valley & Greater London area
- Undertaking field monitoring works including water quality measurements and sampling
- Technical report writing in response to water pollution incidents
- Provision of accurate and timely information to line management
- Supporting team performance by sharing knowledge and best practices at all levels
- Any other duties for which the post holder is qualified and able to carry out
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Health and Safety
It is your contractual duty to follow Health and Safety instructions issued by the Company, and to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work. Due to the nature of the environments in which the post holder will be required to operate, the post holder will be expected to demonstrate a high awareness and regard for all matters relating to health and safety. The post holder will be expected to report any incident considered to be a breach of health and safety immediately or as soon as practicably possible.
Measures of Success
The post holder will provide a regular report to Line Management; this report will provide an overview of the post holder’s workload, identify successes, future targets and any issues for concern. It is the post holder’s responsibility to seek guidance, advice and support from his or her supervisor if unsure what is expected of them. Success in this role will be measured by regular meetings with supervision and annual appraisal.
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Qualifications
Knowledge & Experience
- Degree in a Biological or Environmental Sciences discipline
- Understanding of water chemistry and the indicative parameters
- A full clean UK driving licence
- Experience in scientific fieldwork, and an enthusiasm for working outdoors in all weathers
- Competent user of Microsoft Outlook, Excel & Word
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Analytical and numerical skills with the ability to pay close attention to detail
- Able to work independently and as part of a team following precise protocols
- Motivated, friendly and confident interacting with clients
- Understanding of the role of regulators such as the Environment Agency (desirable)
Additional Information
Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.
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