Marine Water Quality Officer

Marine Water Quality Officer – 32656

Environment Agency

Our ambition is that by 2050, waters from catchment to coast are cleaner and thriving. The Marine Water Quality Officer will play a vital role in assessing and managing the impact of discharges on water quality, using data analysis, modelling and evidence‑based decision‑making.

• Review and summarise complex reports to support decision‑making.
• Interpret monitoring data and model outputs to protect the environment.
• Use data to inform water‑quality models for project and policy support.
• Apply sound records‑management principles.
• Communicate technical work and elevate challenges to senior staff when required.
• Build strong relationships across a dispersed team and with external partners.
• Participate in incident response and incident‑management duties, with full training and support.

• A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in data analysis and knowledge of modelling software.
• Proficiency in Excel, Access, R, Power BI, GIS and specialist packages such as Mike or Cormix is an advantage.
• Comfortable working in a virtual team and travelling for national meetings.
• Professional membership in progress is desirable.

• Positions: 1 permanent, 1 fixed‑term (6 months).
• Location:
  
  national role – flexible/hybrid based in EA office.
• Salary: £25,000.00 – £25,000.00.
• Full‑time.

Incident response and flexible arrangements may include additional payment. Training and development opportunities will be provided.

We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Flexible working arrangements, including job share, are welcomed. We have a Guaranteed Interview Policy for candidates with a disability.

Applications are assessed in a “blind” manner. Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams within two weeks of the closing date. If you consent, we may hold your details on a reserve list for up to six months.

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