Marine Water Quality Officer

Marine Water Quality Officer – 32656 at Environment Agency

We need a Marine Water Quality Officer to support evidence‑based decisions in marine environments, modelling, and data analysis. The role involves assessing the impact of discharges and modelling bathing water quality and nutrient loads in estuaries.

• Review and summarize complex reports to support decision-making.
• Interpret monitoring data and model outputs to protect the environment.
• Summarize and communicate technical work and escalate challenges.
• Build strong relationships across a dispersed team and with external partners.
• Use data to inform water quality models.
• Apply sound records‑management principles.
• Contribute to the work of the team and wider organization.
• Participate in incident response and incident‑management duties.

• Experience in data analysis and, ideally, knowledge of modelling software.
• Proficiency with Excel, Access, R, Power BI, GIS, and specialist packages such as Mike or Cormix.
• A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline; working towards professional membership is desirable.
• Comfortable working in a virtual team and travelling for occasional national meetings.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to convey technical information to non‑technical audiences.

• Two positions: one permanent and one fixed‑term for 6 months.
• National role with flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
• Location:
  
  EA Office base; location is flexible.
• Training and development opportunities provided.

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.

Applicants are encouraged to include preferred working arrangements and may be eligible for a guaranteed interview if they have a disability.