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Uxbridge

Rivers Technical Specialist

Groundwork
Green Space & Land Management
Green Space & Land Management
£37,000/Year
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Description

Location
Colne Valley Park Visitor Centre, Denham, Nr. Uxbridge with options for Hybrid/flexible working.

Hours
30 hours per week (For the right candidate, we would be willing to consider alternative work patterns from 22.5 hours/week to 37.5).

Salary
£37,000 - £45,000 pro rata.

About the Role
The Colne catchment is a special place with a diverse range of waters covering over 1000km² across parts of Herts, Bucks, London, Berks, and Surrey. As the Rivers Technical Specialist, you will develop and deliver rivers and wetlands projects, oversee specialist contractors, manage a rivers project officer, and advise and support colleagues delivering rivers and wetland habitat projects. Our office, located in the middle of a country park right next to a chalk stream, is a unique and inspiring place to work. In return, we offer a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement of 25 days per annum plus public holidays, a Health Cash Plan and 24-hour Healthline, an Employee Assistance Programme including mental health helpline and face-to-face counselling, salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work and pension contributions, family-friendly policies to support work/life balance with time off in lieu for out of hours activities, and business travel expenses. We are a creative, committed, and enthusiastic organisation with a great track record of project development, fundraising, and delivery, providing opportunities to grow and develop your role within our friendly team.

Requirements

Experience
Experience in project management and knowledge of river and wetland habitats is desirable.

About you
You are passionate about environmental conservation, have strong communication skills, and are able to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Qualifications
A relevant degree or equivalent experience in environmental science, ecology, or a related field is preferred.

Expiry date: 15/07/2025
Rivers Technical Specialist
Company:
Groundwork
Salary:
£37,000
Job Type:
Job
Location:
Uxbridge