River Water Quality Monitoring Field Technician
We’re dedicated to protecting the environment and enhancing the communities we serve. Our mission goes beyond delivering one of life’s essentials; we’re committed to sustainability and making a positive difference across our region. Join us to be part of something meaningful and lasting that will leave a legacy for generations to come.
If you want to do more, because you care, we want to talk to you.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
We’re now looking for a dedicated RWQM Field Technician to play a vital role in our River Water Quality Monitoring programme on a 12 month fixed term contract. If you enjoy working outdoors, solving problems, and making a genuine impact on the environment, this is the job for you.
You’ll develop your skills with continuous training, including Water Safety, COSHH and health & safety certifications all whilst being part of a friendly, supportive team that values your ideas and growth.
This is a brand-new role for someone who enjoys problem‑solving, working outdoors, and taking pride in delivering high‑quality environmental data that drives real‑world impact.
Sound like you? Then read on…
Some of your other key accountabilities will include:
- Carry out planned and reactive site visits to maintain monitoring equipment, ensuring continuous, high quality environmental data.
- Conduct site assessments required for regulatory compliance and commissioning monitoring locations.
- Replace, clean and maintain sample lines to ensure accurate and representative river water measurements.
- Work collaboratively with Waste Network, Waste Treatment, and other Severn Trent teams to help improve water quality at outfalls.
- Engage with members of the public, landowners and customers as a professional ambassador for Severn Trent.
- Carry out dynamic risk assessments and maintain excellent health, safety and environmental practices.
- Support incident response activities, including occasional standby or out of hours work.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We’re looking for someone who can work confidently outdoors in all weather conditions, maintain river water monitoring equipment, and follow detailed procedures with accuracy and care.
You’ll need to be organised, analytical, physically capable, and able to identify and resolve issues independently while keeping excellent records.
Strong communication skills are essential, as is the ability to engage professionally with customers, landowners and internal teams.
Good attention to detail, and comfort working near water are also key requirements.
In order to succeed in this role, it is expected that you will have:
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Strong data analysis or admin capabilities.
- Experience in a customer facing role.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise your own work.
- A full UK driving license.
Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome and celebrate diverse individuals, knowing they help us better serve our communities. We seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.
HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU
It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. Plus, you'll contribute to the environment and community too.
Here are some of our favourites:
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500, which is subject to eligibility)
• Family-friendly policies (including a year of fully paid maternity and adoption leave)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy
• Two paid volunteering days per year
LET’S GO
We can't wait to hear from you! Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. We'll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.