Local recruitment: Scientist (Hydrology)

We are looking for a Full-Time Scientist (Hydrology- Hydrometry) on a Permanent basis

Your passion has never had a greater purpose

Here at SEPA, we’re connected by a passion that drives us to be purposeful in every action we take – to protect our environment. Through our expertise, we lead projects that make a difference for Scotland, and our workplaces are grounded in respect for that expertise.

That’s why, when you join us as a Scientist, you’ll discover enriching benefits, meaningful support, and opportunities to learn every day. That’s what it means to be Passionately Purposeful – for our environment, and for your career.

Work that goes beyond your desk

We work in a professional way towards our shared goals, knowing the work we do makes a genuine, lasting difference on the environment. As a Scientist for Hydrometry, you will act as an ‘Area Hydrologist’ for the Argyll and Bute area of the hydrometric network, working closely with an Assistant Hydrologist and other members of the North East area team to ensure the quality of hydrometric data collected meets SEPA’s needs.

Your role will include:

• Operating and maintaining the Hydrometric network within the Argyll and Bute area
• Analysing and reporting quality-controlled results in a timely manner
• Working with assistant scientists to plan field visits to include maintenance and meeting gauging targets
• Participate in the operation of flood warning systems as a Duty Officer on a rota basis as required

Respect for your expertise

This is a highly important role within our Data, Evidence and Innovation , Hydrology and Flooding – Hydrometry portfolio. The post has been created to allow our Scientist within Hydrometry to deliver high quality hydrometric data which means you’ll need…

• Experience in Hydrology with experience in hydrometric monitoring
• Experience of Hydrometric monitoring procedures and stage – discharge relationships along with good communication and IT skills
• Full clean UK driving licence

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Application Information

Passionately Purposeful about Scotland’s environment – and your career

Protecting our environment, promoting our work, and supporting our people, working at SEPA means being part of an organisation that’s grounded in respect for your expertise – and your wellbeing. So you can be your best and make the biggest impact.

We recruit solely based on merit. Our shortlisting process is conducted on an anonymous basis and, therefore, we cannot accept CV’s and covering letters. Please ensure that you include all relevant information in your application form.

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For the security and wellbeing of our colleagues we invite successful candidates to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) pre-employment checks including a Basic Disclosure Scotland check.

If you have questions or need any assistance with the recruitment process, please contact SEPA’s Recruitment Team at hr@sepa.org.uk

Apply now to join a Passionately Purposeful workplace