Catchment Advisor

Overview

Advise farmers on land practices to improve water quality in catchments.

Key Responsibilities

• sample analysis
• gis mapping
• risk monitoring
• farm planning
• reporting
• stakeholder engagement

Tasks

-Report findings and present evidence to internal and external stakeholders. -Report on progress and outcomes to internal and external stakeholders. -Conduct investigations, field trials, and incident response activities within catchments. -Represent the programme at markets, meetings, and events — including occasional evening and weekend work. -Assist in the development of farm management plans and applications for agri-environment schemes. -Plan and deliver presentations, workshops, and community engagement activities (e.g., WI, gardening groups, equine groups, farmers, students). -Acts as the critical link between land management and water treatment, ensuring that upstream interventions support downstream water quality outcomes. -Deliver actions aligned with DWSP and the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP). -Collect and analyse samples (water, soil, plant, manure) to support and validate catchment interventions. -Promote and support land management changes that protect and enhance the water environment. -Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of catchment-based solutions. -Map identified risks using GIS tools to support spatial analysis and decision-making -Works collaboratively with a wide range of partners, stakeholders, and regulators to improve raw water quality and safeguard water resources. -Monitor and update risks within the Drinking Water Safety Plans (DWSP). -Implement targeted interventions and best practices to reduce pollution risks. -Engage with stakeholders active in UU’s drinking water catchments (e.g., farmers, landowners, local authorities). -Organise and deliver tailored advice to farmers and land managers, including councils, golf courses, caravan sites, and equine holdings.

Requirements

• communication
• driving licence
• agriculture
• arcgis
• water pollution
• project management

What You Bring

-Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, concise, and impactful reports for technical and non-technical audiences. -A valid driving licence is required due to the field-based nature of the role and travel across catchment areas. -Excellent understanding of UK agricultural and land management practices, with demonstrable experience working in or alongside the agricultural sector. -A further education qualification in Agriculture, Land and Water Management, or Environmental Science (or a closely related discipline). -Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and geographic information systems (GIS), particularly ArcGIS, for mapping, spatial analysis, and project planning. -Strong working knowledge of diffuse water pollution issues, including nutrient runoff, pesticide use, and sediment control, with practical experience in catchment management strategies. -Highly organised and self-motivated, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively, manage multiple projects, and inspire collaboration among stakeholders.

Benefits

-EVolve Car Scheme -MORE Choices flexible benefits -Deals and discounts -Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements -Wealth at Work courses -A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays -A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme -Salary Finance -A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover -MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions -Enhanced parental leave schemes -Employee Assistance Plan -Mental health first aiders

About United Utilities

-It operates across North West England, supplying drinking water and treating sewage. -The company manages vast infrastructure, including thousands of kilometers of pipelines and nearly 600 treatment works. -Typical projects include reservoir management, leak detection, and wastewater upgrades. -Specializing in water and wastewater services, infrastructure upkeep, and renewable energy generation.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-visa sponsorship may not be available for this role.