Environmental Monitoring Assistant

Job Description

Location: Yorkshire (Leeds area LS11)
Temporary: April 2025 – September 2025
Hourly rate: £12.52 per hour (overtime may be available)
Hours: 37 hours, 5 days a week (some weekend work may be required)

The role
We are looking for an Environmental Monitoring Assistant to do field-based data collection and sampling. You may also support the team with fish surveys. The high-quality environmental monitoring data produced is essential for the effective management of the environment.

The team
This is a field team who carries out routine chemical and ecological sampling and collection of environmental data throughout Lancashire and Yorkshire. This includes statutory ecological sampling of rivers and lakes, and chemical sampling of rivers, lakes, and bathing waters. During the summer months, the team samples water quality at numerous water sites and undertakes fish monitoring. Reporting to the Field Monitoring Team Leader, the successful candidates will be assisting in the delivery of this broad range of environmental monitoring.

Requirements
The position involves outdoor work (in all weathers) and travelling throughout the county; therefore, a valid driving licence and the ability to swim are essential. The post holders may also be required to assist in some weekend work during our busy summer months on a rotational basis. The role is physically demanding and does include lifting and carrying samples.

Experience/skills required
We’re seeking a Field Monitoring Assistant with some field experience if possible, although not essential as full training is given. You’ll be qualified to at least GCSE standard (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.

Desirable Skills:
To possess proven ability and/or knowledge of:

1. Environmental monitoring instrumentation - water quality meter (full training will be given)
2. Field-based data gathering experience
3. Analysis of environmental monitoring data
4. Navigational Skills - the ability to find your way around rural and urban areas

Other key requirements for this job include excellent communication skills, proficiency in Word, Excel, and database management, and the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Additional useful information
The role will be based out of various locations within Lancashire and Yorkshire, with the role being predominantly field-based. As a result, the post requires a full UK driving licence. The candidate also needs to be able to swim.