Affinity Water is the UK's largest water-only supplier, providing sustainable, high-quality water to 3.9 million customers. We’re looking for a Catchment Advisor to join us in delivering key elements of our AMP8 Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) programme, regulated by the Environment Agency. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of catchment management and protect drinking water supplies and the environment.

Our Catchment and Biodiversity team plays a crucial role in safeguarding the environment and ensuring a sustainable water supply for future generations. As part of our Water Resources and Environment department, the team leads the delivery of innovative catchment and nature-based solutions which protect precious chalk streams, works with farmers to improve soil health and deliver net gains in natural capital.

What you'll be doing

• Project manage the delivery of new and innovative land management-based catchment schemes, targeted nature-based solutions and gain experience of a diverse range of environmental projects

• Engage with agriculture and landowners through farm visits, workshops and training events to influence long-term, positive land management change which benefit soil health

• Work closely with our biodiversity and river restoration teams to ensure our catchment and nature-based solutions projects support our wider WINEP programme of works

• Undertake fieldwork to determine the benefits of projects e.g. water quality sampling and office-based analysis and interpretation such as cost benefit analysis

• Represent Affinity Water externally which will include giving public presentations, hosting events and communicating with our regulators and other key stakeholders

• Explore opportunities with land managers for carbon trading, Biodiversity Net Gain and the assessment of wider Natural Capital from our investments

What we’re looking for

• A degree (BA/BSc or equivalent) in an environmental or scientific discipline.

• A motivated team player who can also thrive independently.

• Strong project management experience and organisational skills (a qualification is desirable, but not essential)

• A confident communicator with experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship building.

• Experience using Geographical Information System (GIS) software, MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a collaborative, knowledgeable, and forward-thinking team committed to making a positive environmental impact. We offer a supportive working environment, development opportunities, and the chance to work on meaningful projects that contribute to the protection of vital water resources and natural ecosystems.

Benefits

• Salary £30,000 - 40,000 per annum based on experience
• Hybrid role, with the expectations of a minimum two days a week in the office in Hatfield
• Annual leave from 26 days rising with length of service, and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days.
• A ‘Celebration Day’ in addition to public holidays that people can use to celebrate a religious festival or other occasion that is important to them.
• A generous 'double match pension scheme' that doubles the contributions you make (company contribution capped at 12%)
• We offer a range of family benefits including enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity, Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support Leave and up to 5 full or 10 half days of paid Carers Leave.
• Menopause policy and Reasonable Adjustment policy to help everyone perform at their best.
• Access to our Wellbeing Centre with support for looking after your physical and mental health.
• Discounts at a Range of Retail Outlets and on Dental and Medical Insurance through our Tap4Perks scheme.
• Up to 4 Affinity days a year to volunteer in the community.
• Life Assurance.
• Disability Confident

If you need any reasonable adjustments and would like to apply in a different format, please do let us know.

Affinity Water recognises the benefits of greater diversity in our workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We are committed to building a more inclusive culture where every member of our workforce can thrive.

You can find out what it’s like to work at Affinity Water through our career site https://www.affinitywatercareers.co.uk/ where our colleagues share their career development stories and you can get a feel for our company culture.

Closing date 13th June.