Hydrometry & Telemetry Officer (Farnham) - 32262
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You will join the team responsible for managing field telemetry equipment and hydrometric data collection, ensuring accurate and timely data and information are provided to customers of the Hydrometry & Telemetry Team (H&T). This officer role is a combination of field and office work, requiring a willingness to work outside often in demanding weather conditions throughout the year. You will also need to travel to rural and urban sites. Working across the southern part of the Thames Area on rainfall, river flow/level and groundwater monitoring sites, you will gather, quality‑assure and provide scientific data to internal and external customers. You will work both as part of a team of officers and independently, so must be self‑motivated and a team player. You will be responsible for delivering the programme for your own section of the network, which includes elements of asset management, public safety and delivery of national project upgrades.
Experience & Skills Required
- Experience in managing large quantities of data
- Good knowledge of telemetry systems and confidence using environmental monitoring equipment
- Well‑developed influencing and practical problem‑solving skills
- Willingness to work outside often in demanding weather conditions, all year round
- Confidence working in and near water
- Confidence driving in all weather conditions and to remote locations – a full manual UK driving licence is required
Desirable Skills
- Some understanding of incident management
- Scientific or engineering background in installing and maintaining monitoring equipment
Contact and Additional Information
Questions? Please email Alistair Wilkinson at or Ed Dimmock at . An appropriate vehicle will be provided for field work; the role is eligible for a lease vehicle. A full UK manual driving licence is required. Interviews are likely to take place in December and will be held face‑to‑face at our Goldcrest House office.
Compensation and Working Arrangements
The role is part of our hybrid working model, which allows individuals to work either at home or at our offices. The required days in office will be agreed with your line manager.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all vacancies, including job share. The Environment Agency also has a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and provide an inclusive interview process.
