Water Catchment Advisor

Job Description Job Title: Water Catchment AdvisorSalary: To 33,000 depending on experienceLocation: Walsall/ CambridgeTravel: Travel requiredSouth Staffs Water is seeking a dedicated Water Catchment Advisor to join our Catchment team, supporting the delivery of our catchment management programme across the Cambridge Water area, with occasional travel to the South Staffs Water region. This full-time role blends fieldwork and desk-based activities, focusing on water quality risk mitigation and environmental improvements. Youll work closely with internal teams, regulators, landowners, and partner organisations to implement effective catchment measures and meet statutory obligations.The RoleAs a Water Catchment Advisor, you will:Support the delivery of our catchment strategy and programme of measuresProvide advice to land managers on water quality protectionAnalyse monitoring data to identify pollution sourcesTrack and report on catchment activities, including financial progressLiaise with regulators, landowners, and stakeholders to ensure collaborative deliveryRepresent South Staffs Water at external events and meetingsWork with catchment groups and partners to define plans that benefit water quality and the environmentOccasionally attend stakeholder meetings outside of normal working hoursWhat You'll NeedSkills & Experience:Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and in a teamStrong communication and stakeholder engagement skillsExperience or knowledge in catchment management, agronomy, and land management practicesUnderstanding of water industry operations and water quality issuesCompetence in data analysis and report writingBASIS/PAS experience (advantageous but not essential)QualificationsDegree-level qualification in environmental or scientific discipline (or equivalent experience)Valid UK driving licence (essential for fieldwork)What Youll Get In ReturnA competitive salary plus benefitsCompany Vehicle25 days holiday + bank holidaysCompany pension with employer contributions24-hour helpline providing free and confidential advice to you and your family on financial, legal, marital, and health mattersEyecare vouchers via SpecsaversEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP)24/7 remote GP access

Created: 2025-12-16