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Water Quality Technician (Graduate Entry Level) What we do We provide environmental and energy infrastructure services that protect...
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Water Quality Technician (Graduate Entry Level)
What we do
We provide environmental and energy infrastructure services that protect the environment and
reduce the risk of pollution, operational downtime, profit loss and reputation damage for our
customers. Through the management and maintenance of assets, we support the ESG, CSR and
sustainability ambitions across the UK.
Who we are
We are an ambitious team who are focused on growth, putting our customers at the heart of what
we do, and we live our values of Safety, Service,
Working Together, Wellbeing and Expertise.
Our culture is can-do, fun and where everyone has a part to play. If you want to help
businesses and protect the environment, this role could be for you.
What we would like to offer you:
Competitive salary
Company small van will be provided
Pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme
33 days leave (comprising 25 annual leave plus 8 for bank holidays. Please note that this
will be 34 in 2023 due to the additional bank holiday)
Company phone, iPad and PPE provided
Training and career progression opportunities
Life Assurance Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme (with access to GP appointments, Physio appointments and
Mental Health Support)
An opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced individual to join the team
in the position of Water Quality Technician, as part of the Water and Ecology team, reporting
to the Assistant Water Quality Project Manager. The primary purpose of the role will be to
attend and investigate water pollution incidents; undertake field-based monitoring and collect
environmental samples for laboratory analysis across the Thames Valley and Greater London area.
This role is home-based in the North London / South Hertfordshire / South West Essex area
Weekly contractual hours of 45 hours per week; 8am until 6pm, five days per week with
requirement for weekend and public holiday work on a flexible team rota pattern, and a 1- hour
unpaid lunch break each day. There will also be an expectation to complete a reasonable amount
of overtime as part of this role.
Your day will look like this:
Attending and investigating water pollution incidents across the Thames Valley &
Greater London Area
Undertaking proactive field monitoring works including water quality measurements and
sampling
Technical report writing in response to water pollution incidents
Provision of accurate and timely information to line management
Supporting team performance by sharing knowledge and best practices at all levels
Any other duties for which the post holder is qualified and able to carry out
How you can help us with your experience:
Degree in a Biological or Environmental Sciences discipline
Understanding of water chemistry and the indicative parameters
A full clean UK driving licence (and comfortable driving regularly / driving a small van)
Experience in scientific fieldwork, and an enthusiasm for working outdoors in all weathers
Competent user of Microsoft Outlook, Excel & Word
Excellent organisational and time-management skills
Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to pay close attention to detail
Able to work independently and as part of a team following precise protocols
Motivated, friendly, and confident interacting with clients
Experience of aquatic macro-invertebrate sampling and aquatic macro-invertebrate
identification skills to Family level would be beneficial
GIS skills desirable
Understanding of the role of regulators such as the Environment Agency
Laboratory analysis in environmental monitoring, and environmental compliance
If you feel you have the skills, personality, and experience, please apply
today!
Why Adler and Allan
Adler and Allan Group provides market leading environmental risk reduction through preventative
and responsive solutions offering an expert 24-7 service to our customers. We give our
customers peace of mind in detecting and identifying the environmental risks posed to their
business. Our broad range of risk mitigation products and services keep businesses strong,
reducing the prospect of litigation, costly fines, and bad publicity, as well as reducing the
threat to the environment. In a world where the environment and legislation are in constant
flux, we also provide emergency response in a variety of settings. Our customers include
multinational blue-chip organisations across a wide range of sectors both private and public.
If this role doesn’t seem the right fit- take a look at our careers page to see what
else, we have for you or email careers to see how we can help and our recruitment team will be
in touch: careers@adlerandallan.co.uk
What we do
We provide environmental and energy infrastructure services that protect the environment and
reduce the risk of pollution, operational downtime, profit loss and reputation damage for our
customers. Through the management and maintenance of assets, we support the ESG, CSR and
sustainability ambitions across the UK.
Who we are
We are an ambitious team who are focused on growth, putting our customers at the heart of what
we do, and we live our values of Safety, Service,
Working Together, Wellbeing and Expertise.
Our culture is can-do, fun and where everyone has a part to play. If you want to help
businesses and protect the environment, this role could be for you.
What we would like to offer you:
Competitive salary
Company small van will be provided
Pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme
33 days leave (comprising 25 annual leave plus 8 for bank holidays. Please note that this
will be 34 in 2023 due to the additional bank holiday)
Company phone, iPad and PPE provided
Training and career progression opportunities
Life Assurance Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme (with access to GP appointments, Physio appointments and
Mental Health Support)
An opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced individual to join the team
in the position of Water Quality Technician, as part of the Water and Ecology team, reporting
to the Assistant Water Quality Project Manager. The primary purpose of the role will be to
attend and investigate water pollution incidents; undertake field-based monitoring and collect
environmental samples for laboratory analysis across the Thames Valley and Greater London area.
This role is home-based in the North London / South Hertfordshire / South West Essex area
Weekly contractual hours of 45 hours per week; 8am until 6pm, five days per week with
requirement for weekend and public holiday work on a flexible team rota pattern, and a 1- hour
unpaid lunch break each day. There will also be an expectation to complete a reasonable amount
of overtime as part of this role.
Your day will look like this:
Attending and investigating water pollution incidents across the Thames Valley &
Greater London Area
Undertaking proactive field monitoring works including water quality measurements and
sampling
Technical report writing in response to water pollution incidents
Provision of accurate and timely information to line management
Supporting team performance by sharing knowledge and best practices at all levels
Any other duties for which the post holder is qualified and able to carry out
How you can help us with your experience:
Degree in a Biological or Environmental Sciences discipline
Understanding of water chemistry and the indicative parameters
A full clean UK driving licence (and comfortable driving regularly / driving a small van)
Experience in scientific fieldwork, and an enthusiasm for working outdoors in all weathers
Competent user of Microsoft Outlook, Excel & Word
Excellent organisational and time-management skills
Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to pay close attention to detail
Able to work independently and as part of a team following precise protocols
Motivated, friendly, and confident interacting with clients
Experience of aquatic macro-invertebrate sampling and aquatic macro-invertebrate
identification skills to Family level would be beneficial
GIS skills desirable
Understanding of the role of regulators such as the Environment Agency
Laboratory analysis in environmental monitoring, and environmental compliance
If you feel you have the skills, personality, and experience, please apply
today!
Why Adler and Allan
Adler and Allan Group provides market leading environmental risk reduction through preventative
and responsive solutions offering an expert 24-7 service to our customers. We give our
customers peace of mind in detecting and identifying the environmental risks posed to their
business. Our broad range of risk mitigation products and services keep businesses strong,
reducing the prospect of litigation, costly fines, and bad publicity, as well as reducing the
threat to the environment. In a world where the environment and legislation are in constant
flux, we also provide emergency response in a variety of settings. Our customers include
multinational blue-chip organisations across a wide range of sectors both private and public.
If this role doesn’t seem the right fit- take a look at our careers page to see what
else, we have for you or email careers to see how we can help and our recruitment team will be
in touch: careers@adlerandallan.co.uk
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