Do you enjoy working outdoors and want a career where no two days are the same? Are you passionate about protecting freshwater environments? Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your ecological survey skills with one of the UK's leading environmental consultancies? Whether you're into hiking, wild swimming, backpacking, or just being out in nature—this role offers the chance to turn your love for the outdoors into something impactful.
We're looking for several Aquatic Ecology Surveyors to join our Water Quality team on a fixed-term basis for 4-5 months, supporting water quality and aquatic ecology projects across the UK. You'll carry out field surveys on rivers, streams and other freshwater environments, collecting environmental samples, undertaking on-site measurements and helping deliver projects for water companies, regulators and the energy sector. You'll also support data processing and ensure equipment is maintained to the highest standards.
You’ll be part of a network of field workers visiting a range of aquatic sites, including streams, rivers and other freshwater sites throughout the UK, contributing to projects that help protect and improve the UK's freshwater environment. It’s hands-on, physical work sometimes in remote locations and all weathers, but you’ll be supported by a friendly and experienced team.
This would suit a recent graduate early in their career looking to gain experience in aquatic ecology or environmental science. We’re equally keen to hear from people with relevant outdoor or practical experience, regardless of qualifications, looking for work in this interesting area. You will need to be within a commutable distance of our hub in Stockport.
To be successful in this role, you'll bring:
Essential
- Experience of working or carrying out outdoor activities – e.g. field work, regular hiking, fishing, boating
- Strong attention to detail
- Willingness to travel and stay away from home regularly
- Ability to swim and work safely in outdoor environments
- A flexible and reliable approach
- Full clean driving licence
Nice to have but not essential:
- Previous ecological field work experience
- Degree in an environmental subject.
You will be offered the chance to work on a variety of projects, many of our employees have worked on projects that have been of personal interest to them. We match this with a commitment to continuous development and learning to support your career. We also offer benefits to look after you, from private medical insurance for all employees, access to mental health first aiders and comprehensive income protection if you cannot work. We also offer superb flexible working options, balancing work with your life.
Next steps
We are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive team. If you can’t tick every box on our job description, then we are still keen to hear from you and are open to supporting your development. That may be working part time or supporting you to gain experience in a specific area – we are a growing company and are able to adapt roles to reflect individual skills.
If you think you have what it takes to join our fast-growing business, then please apply immediately on our website. All we need some basic information and your CV, we will review all applications quickly and will respond to all applications.
The APEM Group is a global environmental consultancy, we work with a range of clients including large corporations and governments to help them understand and solve a wide variety of environmental projects in the UK and globally. Our successful pioneering work has enabled us to grow and combine forces with other businesses who share our ethos and integrity. At our core, our people are working towards the protection of the environment across the globe.
