Marine Water Quality Officer

Marine Water Quality Officer

Join the Marine team in Operations Catchment Services, applying technical expertise in marine environments, modelling and data analysis to support evidence‑based decisions.

We have two positions – one permanent and one fixed term (6 months).

• Provide timely answers to technical questions.
• Review reports and summarise key information for decision‑making.
• Use data to inform water quality models.
• Apply sound records management principles.
• Interpret monitoring data and model outputs to support environmental protection.
• Summarise and communicate technical work and escalates challenges when needed.
• Build strong relationships across a dispersed team and with external partners.
• Use initiative to contribute to team work and the wider organisation.
• Participate in incident response, taking on incident‑management duties, with full training and support.

• Experience in data analysis and knowledge of modelling software.
• Proficiency in tools such as Excel, Access, R, Power BI, GIS and specialist packages such as Mike or Cormix.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for non‑technical audiences.
• Ability to work virtually and travel for occasional national meetings.
• Knowledge of water quality and marine environment desirable; degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline expected.
• Currently working or planning to obtain professional membership.

• Full‑time employment with flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
• Opportunity for training and mentoring, supportive departmental culture.
• Inclusive incident management objective integrated into your development plan.
• National role with base at EA Office, but flexible location.
• Some travel and overnights may be required.

Applications are blind‑assessed using responses to competency questions. Interviews will be conducted via MS Teams within two weeks of closing date. Candidates may be placed on a reserve list for six months. For queries, contact ben.eva
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The Environment Agency is committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Diversity is central to how we work and deliver for people and the environment. We welcome flexible working patterns and have a guaranteed interview policy for disabled applicants.

If you are applying from the civil service, note that the Environment Agency is not part of the HM Civil Service; appointed staff will not be Crown servants. Contact your HR team if unsure about continuous service status.

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• Full‑time

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