Placement Opportunity - Water Environment Intern

Post Details

Job Title: Water Environment Intern

Department: Environment


Reporting to: Ground and Surface Water Manager

Salary

– Competitive salary

Hours - 40 hours per week, 26 days holiday per year

Term – Fixed-term contract of between 40 – 50 weeks to suit the successful candidate. Starting between August and September 2023.



Purpose of the job

The intern will assist with site water management and on-site water monitoring of construction activities. They will assist with site visits and reporting on effectiveness of mitigation measures to ensure the protection of the water environment. They will also assist the environmental site managers with planning and implementing environmental management measures.

Responsibilities

The role will involve the following:

• On-site monitoring of ground and surface water on site, collection of samples and visual inspections for impacts of construction activities on surface water bodies


• Site inspection reports and recommendations


• Monitoring and oversight of drainage and water treatment systems on site


• Assisting with monthly monitoring reports, environmental audits and water and environmental management plans


• Incident investigation and monitoring and incident reporting, along with implementation of incident management and mitigation measures


• Working with site teams and environmental managers to implement on site water and environmental management practices


• Preparation of reports and data for communication to stakeholders

Skills & Experience

The applicant should have some background knowledge of environmental management, geohydrology or water processes (at least 1-2 years of university level education) and should be enthusiastic and eager to learn.

Qualifications and experience should include:

• Able to apply for CSCS card


• Must be available full time


• Must be able to swim – H&S requirement due to working at proximity of the water


• Good interpersonal skills and be comfortable operating independently on site without guidance