Job Details
Closing Date: 2026-04-17
Job Title: Catchment Officer - Farming and Land Management
Location: Hampshire (a valid UK driving licence is required)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37, Monday to Friday
Salary: £39-42,000 (depending on skills and experience)
About The Role
The Environment & Innovation team will support delivery of the Catchment First Programme through coordinating land management solutions to secure the long‑term resilience of our drinking water supplies. You will support on‑farm surveys, review sites for environmental enhancement, facilitate engagement events and work closely with farmers and land managers to understand nitrogen and other substances dynamics in soils and water.
What You Will Be Responsible For
* Support and coordinate surveys and monitoring in our drinking water catchments, gathering observation data on land management and drinking water quality priorities.
* Maintain survey records on Arc GIS online digital media.
* Support farmer liaison and engagement on key projects and initiatives.
* Deliver and facilitate on‑farm surveys (e.g., grain sampling, tissue testing, VESS score) to support trials and demo activity.
* Support our team at country show events and ploughing matches, raising the profile of sustainable land management, soil and water interactions.
* Facilitate delivery of soil biology training via local workshops and our environmental education programme for learners of all ages.
* Support grant funding queries and farm visits to review funding proposals.
* Provide regular written content for newsletters, websites and other publications.
What You'll Bring To The Role
* Experience running and attending events, workshops and group meetings.
* Experience working in the farmed environment or on rural issues.
* Experience delivering on‑farm surveys, e.g., soils, crops, habitats or water quality monitoring.
* Strong report writing and presentation skills.
* Data analysis, GIS mapping and involvement in scientific trials.
If you have an interest in soil, water and the farmed environment, and you have experience in farming or environmental management, we’d love to hear from you.
Training and Mentoring
Training and mentoring can be provided for the right candidate, building your skills and experience in soils, agronomy, environmental monitoring and resolving environmental priorities.
Our Commitment to Diversity
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Additional Information
In line with Southern Water’s security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS), and verification of employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre‑employment checks, including security vetting.
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