Environmental Specialist

Environmental Specialist (Environmental Assessment and Water Resources)

We are offering a position of Environmental Specialist within the Asset Management business area, supporting our strategic water resources programme.

• Competitive salary £42,492 to £53,115, depending on experience.
• Annual incentive bonus up to £1,000.
• Pension scheme with up to 12% company contribution.
• Development opportunities aligned with the Environmental Specialist progression plan.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 2 extra wellness days.
• Life assurance cover at 4 times pensionable salary.
• Health cash plan, 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 other benefits.

Hybrid Working – a mix of office, home and site working.

Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday between 8:00 am – 6:00 pm working window.

As an Environmental Specialist you will support a range of environmental projects within the strategic water resources function, appraising the sustainability of existing and potential water sources and contributing to programmes such as WINEP, WRMP, DP and SRO.

• Coordinate environmental components of work streams including WINEP studies, project/plan-level assessments and other strategic projects/research.
• Work with colleagues and strategic planning partners to ensure a joined‑up approach across programmes.
• Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with regulators and external stakeholders.
• Review and QA technical documents and contribute to or author Yorkshire Water reports.
• Organise and/or supervise environmental surveys and site visits.
• Collate and manage environmental data sources and evidence.

• Degree in a relevant discipline such as Environmental Science, Geography, Hydrology, Environmental Impact Assessment, preferably with postgraduate qualifications.
• Experience in environmental science, assessment, or planning, ideally in the water industry or utilities.
• Experience in environmental assessment.
• Working knowledge of environmental and planning legislation, with ability to interpret and articulate business implications.
• Self‑motivated, enthusiastic team player with excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work within and across multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Able to develop and maintain effective internal and external relationships.

The role will involve travel to different sites across Yorkshire; a UK driving licence with no more than 6 points is required.

We embrace a flexible working model, typically requiring an average of at least one day in the office per week, with possibility of more depending on collaboration, training or deadlines.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre‑employment checks, including a Basic Disclosure Check. Depending on the role, a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance may also be required.

We are proud to serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply.

Kelda Group reserves the right to close this position before the published closing date. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.