Placement Opportunity - Water Environment Intern
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Position Overview & Specifications
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
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
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STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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