Technical Officer - Groundwater & Contaminated Land - 34174

Technical Officer - Groundwater & Contaminated Land (ID 34174)

Locations: Blandford Forum, Bridgwater, Exeter.

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated team player to join the Wessex Groundwater, Hydrology and Contaminated Land Team as a Technical Officer. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a foundation in environmental science, hydrogeology, or contaminated land who is ready to deepen their technical skills while making a real impact on environmental protection.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice on planning consultations and permit applications.
• Respond to environmental incidents to protect people and the environment.
• Manage and improve groundwater monitoring networks.
• Support groundwater flood warning activities.
• Advise internal and external customers, translating information into clear, practical guidance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree level qualification in a relevant subject such as hydrogeology, geology, geochemistry or land quality, or equivalent practical and theoretical experience.
• Ability to analyse, manage and interpret environmental data to produce clear, evidence based conclusions.
• Proficient IT skills, with experience using modelling tools, GIS, Excel and/or the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Effective time management skills, including the ability to balance and prioritise competing demands.
• Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical information into clear, accessible messages for a range of audiences.
• Full UK driving licence, with willingness to travel between offices and undertake site visits as required.

Contact & Application

Applications are assessed "blind" using your answers to competency questions. Interviews will be held from the week commencing 27th April.

Any queries:

We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel; some travel and over nights may be required.

EEO & 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 our vacancies, including job share, and have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability.

Additional Information

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified, applications may be withdrawn.