Ecological Data Officer

Company description:
Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.

Job description:

Ecological Data Officer Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water:
We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience £37,055 - £46,283. Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year) Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution) Development opportunities in line with the Ecological Data Officer progression plan 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus 2 extra wellness days! Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary A great benefits package choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex, and partner cover.

Retail savings scheme Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!

Location:

This role will initially be based in Bradford but were moving our office to Leeds Valley Park in spring 2026, so youll be based there in the future - Hybrid Working Work type:
Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday Friday. We have an exciting opportunity for an Ecological Data Officer to join the Environment Team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you?

What we do:

Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, its so much more than this.

We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshires water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the regions health, wellbeing, and prosperity. New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry.

Environment Team are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators. Were looking for an Ecological Data Officer to provide specialist expertise in the management, assurance, and application of ecological and hydro-ecological data. This is a critical role supporting delivery of key regulatory programmes, including WINEP and our Biodiversity Performance Commitment, ensuring that high-quality evidence underpins decision-making across the business.

Youll sit within a multidisciplinary environmental team, working closely with technical specialists, GIS professionals, and external partners. By improving how ecological data is managed, processed, and shared, youll help unlock better outcomes for biodiversity, regulatory compliance, and sustainable water management. Where you fit in:
As our Ecological Data Officer, you will Take ownership of ecological data management across the Environment Team, ensuring datasets are accurate, consistent, and accessible. Lead on quality assurance of YW supplier ecological data and the conversion of externally provided data to YW storage. Support delivery of the Biodiversity Performance Commitment, ensuring robust data underpins reporting, forecasting and audit requirements. Provide specialist support to WINEP delivery, processing and interpreting complex hydro-ecological datasets to enable effective project delivery.

Integrate Yorkshire Water ecological datasets with external systems such as Local Nature Recovery Strategies (LNRS), Local Environmental Records Centres (LERCs), and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) frameworks. Develop and maintain data systems and processes that enable the business to understand and manage environmental risk, including protected species, invasive species, and sensitive habitats. Collaborate with external partners including Rivers Trusts, Wildlife Trusts, and CaBA groups to align data standards and avoid duplication of effort!

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