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29.04.2025
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Job Description:
Graduate Consultant - Water Quality (Southern Water)
Horsham- West Sussex
Hybrid-homebased with travel to client site.
Permanent, 3-month fixed term role with possibility of extension
Competitive salary + overtime, Company van plus benefits
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 Southern Water region.
35 hours per week; 9am until 5pm, five days per week (Monday to Friday), alongside a requirement to be on a standby rota, 1 week in 6, for weekend/public holiday and evening work.
More about the role:
* Attend and investigate water pollution incidents across the Southern Water region
* Undertake field monitoring works including water quality measurements and sampling
* The postholder will undertake desk-based data entry after collecting data in the field
* Undertake technical report writing in response to water pollution incidents, time limited in accordance with client requirements
* Maintain all equipment needed for site and maintain cleanliness of vehicle to a high standard and inform line manager if new equipment is needed
* Provide accurate and timely information to line management
* Support the team performance by sharing knowledge and best practices at all levels
* The postholder may be asked to attend monthly team meetings with client and contribute where appropriate
* Any other duties for which the post holder is qualified and able to carry out.
About you:
* Degree in a Biological or Environmental Sciences discipline
* Understanding of water chemistry and the indicative parameters
* A full clean UK driving licence
* 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
* Understanding of the role of regulators such as the Environment Agency
* Laboratory analysis in environmental monitoring, and environmental compliance
What we can offer you:
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay and leave
* Company pension
* Life assurance scheme (x4 salary)
* Medicash Plan (includes cash payments towards dental, medical, therapeutic treatments) with the option to add up to 4 dependants
* Refer a friend scheme
* Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays
* Training and career progression opportunities
About us:
At Adler and Allan Group, we're not just a company – we're environmental champions committed to protecting our planet while helping businesses thrive. We're a diverse, dynamic team dedicated to providing top-tier environmental, energy and water infrastructure services across the UK. Our mission is clear: safeguarding the environment, minimising operational disruptions, and supporting sustainability goals for our valued clients.
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