33723 - Field Monitoring Officer G3 - Nottingham
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 20 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £29,751 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 02 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Nottingham |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 5 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | Environment Agency |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 33723 |
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Love being on the road and working hands on in nature? This Field Monitoring Officer role is built for you.
We’re looking for a dedicated Field Monitoring Officer to support the delivery and collection of environmental samples that contribute to high quality data analysis.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Collecting samples, including river water, effluents, bathing waters, invertebrates, diatoms, and groundwater.
• Conducting electric fishing surveys and qualifying as an Officer in Charge
• Participating in boat-based monitoring activities
• Using scheduling software to plan efficient routes and ensure accurate data collection
• Working in all weather conditions, rain or shine, your fieldwork matters
Key Responsibilities:
• Procuring and managing sampling equipment
• Maintaining bottle and fishery stores
• Communicating effectively with site contacts, the public, and internal teams
• Mentoring and training colleagues to uphold consistent, high-quality standards
What We Provide:
• A small/medium-sized van for field duties. You will collect and drop off the vehicle at the office each day.
• Uniform and all necessary equipment
• A dynamic, hands-on role that keeps you moving and engaged
We welcome applications from individuals of any age, gender, or ethnic background. What matters most to us is that you want to make a real, practical contribution to protecting the environment.
Find out more about the role through our ‘day in the life’ videos
A Day in The Life of an Environment Agency Field Monitoring Officer – Ecology Sampling
A Day in The Life of an Environment Agency Field Monitoring Officer – Water Chemistry Sampling
You will be required to have an incident role and make yourself available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support during an incident.
The team
This role is based at Trentside Office, Nottingham in the Lincolnshire and East Midlands Team. We are a dispersed team.
This role offers a unique chance to work with both local and national teams, supporting cross-regional efforts to meet operational demand. While much of the work is carried out independently, teamwork is essential during double-tasked assignments and fish survey activities.
Experience/skills required
A full UK driving licence is essential for this role.
Experience/Skills required:
• Collection, delivery, and handling field/valuable equipment
• Driving to a schedule and managing time effectively
• Able to work independently and as part of a dispersed team
• Working in or near water confidently and safely
• Ability to communicate effectively with external and internal customers
• Proficient in standard IT packages and specialised systems used in Field Operations
• Experience of health, safety and wellbeing procedures including carrying out risk assessments
Desirable:
• Field working experience
• Electric fishing experience
• Freshwater fish identification
• Experience of biosecurity procedures
We’re looking for a dedicated Field Monitoring Officer to support the delivery and collection of environmental samples that contribute to high quality data analysis.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Collecting samples, including river water, effluents, bathing waters, invertebrates, diatoms, and groundwater.
• Conducting electric fishing surveys and qualifying as an Officer in Charge
• Participating in boat-based monitoring activities
• Using scheduling software to plan efficient routes and ensure accurate data collection
• Working in all weather conditions, rain or shine, your fieldwork matters
Key Responsibilities:
• Procuring and managing sampling equipment
• Maintaining bottle and fishery stores
• Communicating effectively with site contacts, the public, and internal teams
• Mentoring and training colleagues to uphold consistent, high-quality standards
What We Provide:
• A small/medium-sized van for field duties. You will collect and drop off the vehicle at the office each day.
• Uniform and all necessary equipment
• A dynamic, hands-on role that keeps you moving and engaged
We welcome applications from individuals of any age, gender, or ethnic background. What matters most to us is that you want to make a real, practical contribution to protecting the environment.
Find out more about the role through our ‘day in the life’ videos
A Day in The Life of an Environment Agency Field Monitoring Officer – Ecology Sampling
A Day in The Life of an Environment Agency Field Monitoring Officer – Water Chemistry Sampling
You will be required to have an incident role and make yourself available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support during an incident.
The team
This role is based at Trentside Office, Nottingham in the Lincolnshire and East Midlands Team. We are a dispersed team.
This role offers a unique chance to work with both local and national teams, supporting cross-regional efforts to meet operational demand. While much of the work is carried out independently, teamwork is essential during double-tasked assignments and fish survey activities.
Experience/skills required
A full UK driving licence is essential for this role.
Experience/Skills required:
• Collection, delivery, and handling field/valuable equipment
• Driving to a schedule and managing time effectively
• Able to work independently and as part of a dispersed team
• Working in or near water confidently and safely
• Ability to communicate effectively with external and internal customers
• Proficient in standard IT packages and specialised systems used in Field Operations
• Experience of health, safety and wellbeing procedures including carrying out risk assessments
Desirable:
• Field working experience
• Electric fishing experience
• Freshwater fish identification
• Experience of biosecurity procedures