Hydrometry & Telemetry Field Officer - 31723

Environment Agency

Ely, England

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Job Description

Do you enjoy the outdoors, have a keen eye for detail, and a passion for the environment?

Job Description

Do you enjoy the outdoors, have a keen eye for detail, and a passion for the environment?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Brampton/Ely based Hydrometry & Telemetry Team as a Hydrometric Officer.

This is a dynamic, predominantly field-based role with occasional office-based responsibilities. You’ll be working outdoors throughout the year, including in challenging weather conditions, so resilience and adaptability are key. Operating across Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, and parts of Norfolk, you’ll be responsible for collecting, validating, and delivering high-quality scientific data on rainfall, river flows and levels, and groundwater. This vital information supports both internal teams and external stakeholders in making informed environmental decisions.

You will be responsible for:

Collecting hydrometric data from numerous sites across the area
Conducting flow gauging at sites to support data validation and incident response
Report on asset conditions, identifying issues that may affect the data quality
Undertaking fieldwork and travelling to local offices and national meetings as required

You will also be expected to develop and maintain strong working relationships with other team members and support them to achieve team objectives.

In East Anglia we want to create a diverse workplace where people are respected, valued and listened to. We’re all different, and by embracing Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) we can become an equal opportunity employer where jointly we all grow and learn together.

It is our ambition to champion diversity through building a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve.

We offer a fantastic benefits package including an attractive salary, flexible working, 25 days annual leave, and an award-winning Pension Fund. See the candidate pack for more details.

The team

The Hydrometry & Telemetry Team are part of the Monitoring Department within Local Operations.

We manage the Environment Agency’s field telemetry equipment and hydrometric network. Our core responsibility is to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of the data we collect. This data underpins critical statutory functions, including flood forecasting and water resource management.

Our goal is to deliver accurate, timely information that meets the needs of our customers.

Experience/skills Required

Essential:

Ability to work independently
Good communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Comfortable working near and in water
A full UK driving licence

It would be helpful, but not essential, if you have:

Experience in collecting and managing data
Experience with environmental monitoring instrumentation, particularly in river and tidal settings
An awareness of field-based health and safety

The ideal candidate will be naturally inquisitive, with a sharp eye for detail. While prior experience or knowledge of hydrometry and telemetry is advantageous, it is not essential. We offer a comprehensive training and mentoring programme designed to support your development and ensure your success in the role.

You will be provided with all the equipment required for your role.

The candidate pack and generic role profile should be read along with the advert to understand the key accountabilities and skills needed.

Contact and additional information

This is a Field based role and will require travel to remote sites across Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire using a badged fleet vehicle. Travel to Brampton and Ely offices is expected from time to time.

Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. Everyone that joins us is required to undertake training and participate. Please see the candidate pack for more on how you will support with this.

Please note this role does NOT qualify for skilled worker sponsorship. Visit https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration where you can seek professional expert advice.

Interviews are planned to be held on the week commencing 13th October, in person at Ely office, but may be subject to change.

If you have any questions, please do contact Richard Bix via:

Competence 1

Manage your health and safety

Description

Please note we do not assess CVs. Answers to these competency questions will be used for interview selection so ensure you draw out your skills and experience in your responses. You have up to 250 words so please do use them to tell us what we need to know about you. See Candidate pack for more details and a link to our capability dictionary.

This role involves working in outdoor environments where conditions can sometimes be unpredictable or challenging. Can you describe a time when you had to reassess a situation due to changing or unsafe field conditions? What was the hazard, what actions did you take, and what was the outcome?

Competence 2

Communicates Effectively

Description

Timely and accurate information is central to Hydrometry and Telemetry operations. Can you describe a situation where you needed to communicate technical or safety-critical information to a colleague or stakeholder? How did you ensure your message was clear and understood, and what was the outcome?

Competence 3

Data and Information Management

Description

Accurate data collection and effective information management are essential in Hydrometry and Telemetry. Can you provide a example of a time when you were responsible for managing field data or technical information? How did you ensure its accuracy, integrity, and timely delivery?

Role specific license requirements

Driving Licence

If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.

We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.

We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.Seniority level

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