Assistant Hydrologist

We're looking for an Assistant Hydrologist to join our team and help deliver the monitoring, analysis and technical expertise that supports mine water remediation projects across the UK. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of fieldwork and office-based analysis. One day you could be out on site collecting flow monitoring data, and the next you'll be turning that information into meaningful insights that help shape environmental projects.

Whether you're early in your hydrology career or looking to build on existing experience, you'll work alongside experienced specialists, develop your technical skills and make a real difference to the environment.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

• A degree in Environmental Science, Geography or a related discipline.
• Experience collecting, managing and analysing hydrological or flow monitoring data.
• Good fieldwork and data analysis skills.
• The ability to identify trends, issues and opportunities within environmental datasets.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.
• A proactive, organised approach and a willingness to learn.

Our Hydrology team plays a key role in understanding and managing the legacy impacts of historic mining. The data we collect helps inform the design of treatment schemes, supports environmental protection work and ensures our existing assets continue to perform effectively. As an Assistant Hydrologist, you'll support a range of operational and strategic projects by

• Assisting with the delivery of hydrological and hydrometric services across our mine water programme.
• Undertaking flow monitoring surveys and analysing monitoring data.
• Supporting the specification, installation and maintenance of flow monitoring equipment and data loggers.
• Helping to improve data quality and manage information within our Environment Data Management system.
• Carrying out site visits to inspect monitoring assets, complete flow surveys and collect environmental data.
• Supporting the development of monitoring strategies and providing technical input to projects.

This is a varied role that offers plenty of opportunities to develop your technical expertise while contributing to nationally significant environmental projects.

We don't expect candidates to tick every box. If your experience isn't an exact match but you're excited about the role and believe you can make a positive contribution, we'd still love to hear from you. Your skills, potential and enthusiasm are just as important as meeting every requirement on the list.

• Successful candidates must pass basic security checks and will be subject to UK Immigration requirements.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from everyone.

• Hybrid working with flexibility in how you manage your time.
• Financial security – including a pension with up to 29% employer contribution.
• Annual leave – 27.5 days plus bank holidays, with options to flex more days.
• Generous family leave and flexibility when you need it most.
• Opportunities to grow – funded learning, development and professional subscriptions.
• Wellbeing support – monthly wellbeing allowance, confidential support and practical health benefits.