We are looking for a dynamic Environmental & Research Officer to join our team in creating, developing and operating sustainable hydropower schemes. 

Main Responsibilities:

• Undertake research (commercial and Government) using your own initiative
• Write analytical articles/reports, news and summary reports to tight deadlines
• Environment and planning – assisting the team with environmental assessments, applications and queries
• Writing technical and environmental standards
• Visits to sites and meetings with surveyors and regulatory bodies
• Work as part of a team to suggest improvements which will benefit our clients.

Experience & Education:

• A relevant environmental, scientific or analytical qualification
• Knowledge of renewable energy and climate change and the impact on socio-economics
• Ability to analyse complex policy and scientific information and summarise concisely
• Have an understanding of environmental policy developments
• Some site based experience is an advantage
• A working knowledge of GIS mapping software would be useful

 Key Skills

• Excellent written English and numeracy
• Strong communication skills
• Data analysis skills using Excel an advantage
• Competent user of MS Office (especially Word & Excel), Internet research tools, content management systems
• Good presentation skills could be useful

If you are interested in applying for this role, please send your CV and a covering letter to Audrey Jones on ajones@hydroplan.co.uk