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About the roleWe’re looking for a proactive and technically skilled Fisheries Specialist to join South East Rivers Trust (SERT) and help deliver an ambitious programme to improve fish passage and river connectivity across the Great Stour catchment.This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in progressing the Stour fish passage roadmap, helping to shape a flagship programme that combines monitoring, evidence, partnership working and practical river restoration. Approximately half of your time will focus on the Great Stour catchment, with the remainder spent acting as SERT’s fisheries ecology and management specialist, providing technical leadership and support to colleagues and partners across our wider operational area.What you will be doingLeading fish surveys, monitoring programmes and evidence collection to improve understanding of fish populations, evaluate the impact of our work and inform future restoration priorities.Working with colleagues and partners to progress the Stour fish passage roadmap, identifying and prioritising barriers to fish movement and supporting the development of fish passage and river restoration projects.Working with landholders, angling interests, regulators and catchment partners to deliver coordinated, catchment-scale action.Contributing to business cases, funding proposals and the development of a pipeline of deliverable and investable projects.Acting as the Trust’s fisheries ecology and management specialist, providing technical leadership and support to colleagues and partners across SERT.About youExperience in freshwater ecology, fisheries, river restoration or a related discipline, with a good understanding of fish ecology, fish passage and river habitats.Experience applying fish survey and monitoring techniques, such as electrofishing, eDNA and habitat surveys.Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret ecological data and apply it to project development and delivery.Experience delivering environmental or river restoration projects and working collaboratively with regulators, landholders, angling interests and other partners.Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly.A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.Why work with us?You’ll be joining a supportive, values-led organisation where your work really matters. We offer flexible hybrid working, opportunities to develop specialist expertise in fisheries ecology, monitoring and river restoration within a growing and ambitious organisation, and the chance to shape a flagship fish passage programme while making a lasting impact for rivers and wildlife.Site locationsThe SERT region, covers the south east of England, extending from Hampshire in the west to Kent in the east, with the northern border being south of the Thames, extending down to the English Channel.Our office is based in Leatherhead which you will be required to attend up to 4 times a month.The amount of travel required depends on the role, and can be extensive. Most travel for an individual will be to work on project sites, which can be remote, or attending external meetings within the SERT region. The geographical range and frequency of travel is role depend​ent​.To support travel costs, SERT pays mileage at the current HMRC amount for travel within the SERT region. We do not pay mileage, time or any other costs for travel outside the SERT region, nor for any commutes to the office. Toll charges cannot be claimed.Interested?Apply now, see the full job description for more information. Job description — Fisheries SpecialistApplication process:Closing date for applications: 31^st August 2026 11.59pmInterviews in person (at our Leatherhead office): Friday 18^th September 2026We reserve the right to close this job advert earlyFor further information on the application process see our FAQ’s

We are recruiting for two exciting opportunities: Project Manager (Development) and Project Manager (Technical). Through a single application process, candidates can be considered for either or both roles. Project Manager – Grade 4 Salary: £36,000 per annum Contract: Full-time, permanent Location: Our offices in Greengates, Bradford. Reports to: Programme Manager Application deadline: Sunday 24^th August, 11:59pm Interviews: provisionally Thursday 3^rd and Friday 4^th September 2026 About the roles The Development role focuses on advancing new project opportunities, securing funding, building partnerships, and managing a team of Project Officers. See the full profile here. The Technical role focuses on management of river enhancement projects, specifically improvements to fish passage, barrier removal and natural flood management. See the full profile here. About you For the Project Manager (Development) role, you will bring experience of developing project opportunities, securing funding, preparing bids, and supporting teams to turn ideas into deliverable projects. Proven experience of team leadership, partnership working and an understanding of environmental funding mechanisms. For the Project Manager (Technical) role, you will have a strong understanding of environmental or infrastructure project delivery, with knowledge of river restoration, fish passage, natural flood management or related disciplines. Proven experience managing contractors, permissions and regulatory processes. For both roles, you will be: An effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills. Organised, proactive and solution focused. Comfortable managing multiple priorities and competing deadlines. Confident working collaboratively with colleagues, partners, funders and communities. Committed to high standards of governance, compliance and health and safety. Passionate about helping people, places and nature thrive. Why join us? At the Aire Rivers Trust, we’re passionate about restoring the River Aire and empowering communities to play an active role in its future. Working with communities, landowners, local authorities, and partners, we restore habitats, enhance biodiversity, and support a thriving river environment. You’ll work in a supportive, enthusiastic team environment, with the chance to shape evolving projects. This is your chance to make a real and lasting difference to both people and the planet. Please send a CV and covering letter to vivienne.​main@​aireriverstrust.​org.​uk and indicate if you are submitting your application for the Development or Technical manager role (or would like to be considered for both). Equal opportunities employer ART is an equal opportunities employer; we value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture amongst the whole workforce. It is in our best interest to promote diversity and eliminate discrimination in the workplace. When we select candidates for employment, promotion, training, or any other benefit, it is based on their aptitude and ability. We ask applicants to complete an anonymous form to help us monitor the diversity of applicants. All responses are anonymous and results are not used as part of the recruitment process. Access the form here. 

The Essex and Suffolk Rivers Trust (ESRT) is an independent environmental charity dedicated to improving and protecting rivers and estuaries across Essex and Suffolk. Working with communities, landowners, farmers, statutory bodies and businesses, we bring people, data and expertise together to restore nature, protect water, and build resilience for future generations.We are proud members of the Rivers Trust movement and host two Catchment Based Approach (CaBA) partnerships: the East Suffolk Catchment Partnership and the Essex Rivers Hub. About the roleWe are seeking a dynamic and motivated leader to provide strategic direction and leadership across our catchment partnerships and wider partnerships the ESRT is involved with. The Partnerships Manager role is central to shaping and delivering collaborative action to improve river health, biodiversity, water quality, flood resilience and climate adaptation across Essex and Suffolk. You will be known throughout our partners, volunteers and wider communities as someone who champions change for our rivers, wetlands and coasts.The role will be to lead the development of our partnerships, coordinate integrated catchment planning, and ensure priorities translate into meaningful on-the-ground outcomes. This includes producing a Catchment Plan for East Suffolk, supporting delivery of the existing Essex Rivers Hub Catchment Plan, and developing action plans across key focus areas such as climate resilience and community involvement.The role involves extensive partnership working, facilitating workshops and discussions, developing cross-catchment collaboration, and identifying funding and investment opportunities to build a strong pipeline of future projects.About YouWe are looking for someone who is confident working with people, can think strategically, and is motivated to deliver practical environmental outcomes.You will likely bring:Experience of partnership working or stakeholder coordinationStrong communication and facilitation skillsAbility to manage competing priorities and work independentlyExperience contributing to projects, programmes or plansAn interest in environmental issues such as rivers, water management or climate resilienceIf you have the skills and potential to grow into the role, we’d love to hear from you, even if you don’t meet every requirement.Full details of the role and responsibilities can be found in the applicant pack, attached below. How to ApplyPlease submit your CV and a supporting statement (maximum two pages or equivalent) outlining:Your experience of partnership working or stakeholder engagement Your experience contributing to projects or plans Why you are interested in this role Send your application to: [email protected] date: 11pm, Monday 31^st August 2026Telephone interviews: w/​c 31^st August 2026In-person interviews: w/​c 7^th September 2026 (Stowmarket)If you have any questions about the Partnerships Manager role, please contact recruitment@​essexsuffolkriverstrust.​org