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Assistant Sustainable Development Officer / Sustainable Development Officer
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Sustainable Development Team at the Water Management Alliance (WMA) group of Internal Drainage Boards (IDBs). Internal Drainage Boards (“IDBs”) are local public authorities that manage flood risk and land drainage.
The Sustainable Development Team works to ensure that planned changes in the IDB catchments, such as new housing developments and culvert replacements, are carried out sustainably and in a manner which will not increase flood risk. This is done by influencing planning applications and consenting works under the Land Drainage Act 1991. The caseload is varied and has a mix of office and site-based work
The WMA are willing to consider candidates across a wide range of experience levels, therefore are looking to recruit either a Sustainable Development Officer (SDO) or an Assistant SDO.
If no roles are currently available, but you’re motivated and interested in water level management, environmental protection or infrastructure – and you have relevant skills – we’d still like to hear from you.
Relevant skills:
- Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering graduates, either starting out or with consultancy/contracting experience
- Experienced project managers with PRINCE2 or equivalent qualifications
- Ecologists or environmental science graduates passionate about river systems and biodiversity
Even if you do not meet any of the skills criteria above, if you’d like to join a supportive, professional team and help protect people, property and the environment, email us at info@wlma.org.uk.
Why Work with Us?
At the Water Management Alliance (WMA) and it’s Member Boards, we offer diverse career paths from operational field roles to senior leadership positions. Working with us means taking on meaningful challenges and contributing to vital water level management projects across our regions.
When you join the WMA, you become part of a passionate team dedicated to drainage, water level management and local democratic service. Our employees enjoy a positive and inclusive workplace culture. We offer:
- Exciting, varied roles in engineering, ecology, project management, compliance and more
- Career development and training opportunities
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Private Medical Scheme
- Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance
Equal Opportunities Employer
The WMA is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. As a family-friendly employer, we promote flexible working and expect all team members to follow our Employees’ Code of Conduct.