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 You
A competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement of 25 days per annum plus public holidays, Health Cash Plan and 24-hour Healthline, 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.

About Groundwork South
Groundwork South works with communities across the south of England to transform their lives and the places where they live. We have been at the forefront of social and environmental regeneration for over 25 years, with a mission to create better places, improve people’s prospects, and promote greener living and working. We are passionate about creating a vibrant and green future for every neighbourhood, empowering communities to shape their own destinies.

Experience
Experience in project management and delivery of rivers and wetlands projects is desirable.

About You
You are creative, committed, and enthusiastic, with a strong track record in project development and delivery. You thrive in a team environment and are passionate about environmental regeneration.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in environmental science, ecology, or a related field are preferred.