Job Description

Hydrometry and Telemetry Officer (Fieldwork - G3) - 31333

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Hydrometry and Telemetry Officer (Fieldwork - G3) - 31333

Number of jobs available
1
Region
North West
City/Town
Penrith
Building/Site
DEFRA GRP EA GHYLL MOUNT, CA11 9BP
Grade
Staff Grade 3
Post Type
Permanent
Role Type
Operational Delivery
Working Pattern
Full Time, Part Time/Job Share
Salary Minimum
28,607
Closing Date:
19/07/2025, 23:55 hours


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Job description
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies.



This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and practical individual to join the Hydrometry and Telemetry (H&T) Team in Cumbria.



The role will mainly be fieldwork & driving long distances across the county working in rural and urban areas. You will collect hydrometric data and carry out maintenance tasks using specialist equipment and hand tools. There will also be computer-based work to validate collected data and provide support to the wider team.



You will be naturally enquiring and seek to improve how we work, and you will enjoy practical site work and data exploration. Some prior experience and understanding of H&T work would be of benefit, but this is not essential as a comprehensive training and mentoring program will be in place to help you succeed.




Whilst you will frequently be working independently you will be part of a bigger team; you will need to develop effective relationships with team members and our partners.




Office base is Penrith, although your home base could be anywhere in Cumbria. You will be assigned a patch of sites, either in Central, South or West Cumbria). The majority of your work time will be spent in the field delivering site work and some working from the office and at home validating the data collected on site. Regular office visits are required for team meetings, liaison and mentoring opportunities.
The team
We are a friendly, skilled, and motivated team. We provide high quality rainfall, surface water (river level and flow) and groundwater data to customers across our area, nationally and with external partners.



Primarily based in Ghyll Mount office, Penrith, we are integrated with H&T team in Lancashire to deliver a 'one team' vital service across CLA, that underpins much of the Environment Agency's statutory responsibilities relating to flood risk and water resource management.
Experience/skills required
You will ideally have a scientific or environmental background, be passionate about the environment, seeking high quality data, be curious, and enjoy using your skills to make a difference, learning & developing.



It is a physically demanding job and fitness is important.

You will be able to demonstrate the following:

Ability to work independently, using your own initiative as required Good communication skills and ability to work well as part of a team Computer literacy, with the ability to use a variety of software Enjoy working outside, sometimes in challenging weather conditions, year-round Comfortable working near and in water Hold a current UK driving licence and be a confident and capable driver


Ideally you will have:


Experience managing data An awareness of field-based health and safety An interest and ability to use various field equipment and technology Contact and additional information
To discuss the role, please contact Hydrometry & Telemetry Team Leader, Heather Black: heather.black@environment-agency.gov.uk



The Environment Agency is committed to supporting staff learning and development and Health, Safety & Wellbeing, through courses and experiences.



A badged fleet vehicle will be provided (this goes to home while on site work)



There will be a requirement to participate in the IM (Incident Management) telemetry standby rota (AHO once trained) every 6 weeks; and telemetry helpdesk (weekly).



It is your answers given to the questions below that will be used for interview selection, so ensure you draw out your skills and experience in your response.
Competence 1
Achieves Results
Description
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.

Please provide an example of when you have set and delivered high work standards to ensure the timely achievement of results?
Competence 2
Uses Initiative
Description
Takes action before and/or beyond what is required, owning the outcome.

Please provide an example where you have taken action above or beyond what is required, owning the outcome?
Competence 3
Scientific Knowledge
Description
Applies scientific knowledge (various disciplines, depending on team role) to provide sound, science-based evidence to our internal and external customers.

Please tell us about your knowledge of; or experience of hydrometry and telemetry and hydrometric equipment? If you do not have any prior H&T experience, please tell us about your experience of using some other scientific/field-based equipment?
Role specific license requirements
UK Driving Licence

If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.

We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.

We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know

for more information.