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Thames21’s purpose is to deliver increasingly resilient and healthy rivers and landscapes that are closer to their natural state with an abundance of fish and wildlife, empowering and working with people to bring multiple benefits to the natural environment, to individuals and communities. In recent years we have significantly up-scaled our planning and delivery of river restoration works and in ²⁰²⁰⁄₂₁ we restored 5km of rivers. In the next 5 years we intend to continue to expand this work, and by 2027 we will improve 15km of river habitat annually. To enable this we are looking for a committed, self-motivated and technically capable graduate looking to build a career in the environmental industry, starting as a River Restoration Support Officer. If you have a strong interest in river/​wetland ecology, have studied rivers, their restoration and have a grasp of the techniques used to restore rivers you may be perfect for this position. Your role is to work with the Thames21 River Restoration Team, carry out field work, delivering nature based solutions across river catchments, working with a variety of stakeholders and running events with volunteers and local groups. Other additional requirements may include project development, citizen science to support delivery, as well as oral presentations and reporting. This role will strongly support the implementation of Thames21’s mission. The selected candidate will be part of a successful and dynamic environmental charity, as well as part of a committed team. You will have the chance to input, help develop our goals, and make a real difference to the health of London’s waterways. Main duties and responsibilitiesWork with Thames21’s River Restoration Manager, Thames21’s Head of Improving Rivers, as well as other Thames21 officers, stakeholders, to develop and deliver river and wetland restoration projects throughout the areas we work.Support the RR team to obtain all necessary permissions to deliver the projects, potentially including flood risk activity permits and planning permission.Work outside in a riverside environment in a variety of weathers – alone, with team members, with volunteers and other professionals.Support, co-ordinate and deliver a series of river habitat and floodplain improvements, including community-led river restoration activities. Support, co-ordinate and deliver volunteering events. Help to organize and transport of equipment to/​from our offices and restoration sites.Occasionally sharing project updates and results in oral presentations to stakeholders and catchment part​ner​ships​.In partnership with others, use a range of monitoring tools to record and quantify the impact of different activities.Help to write feasibility studies for selected sites.Regular co-ordination with Thames21’s Communications Team to ensure key milestones are recognised and publicised.Maintain clear records of progress, ensure all administration and statistical information is kept, and regularly upload information onto the Thames21 database.Work with Thames21 colleagues to develop and implement Thames21’s 5 year plan.Adopt Thames21 core values. Fixed term contract — 35 hours per week for 1 year, extension likely. To Apply For more information, please download the job description and person specification and visit the Thames21 website. Deadline for completed applications is the 12^th of May 2023 at Midnight. Interviews will be held on the week commencing the 29^th of May 2023. Please email your CV and covering letter to [email protected]​thames21.​org.​uk.

Bring your environmental passion for rivers to life! The South East Rivers Trust has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual who is keen to gain more experience in river and catchment enhancement work — making a positive, lasting difference to the aquatic environment in the south east of England. Working within our growing Restoring Rivers & Catchments team you will be contributing to our portfolio of ambitious and bold projects, based on sound science and best practice. You will assist with developing and delivering a range of river restoration and habitat enhancement projects, from conception to development, design to delivery and monitoring. Working alongside the project officers, the role has many facets that will expose you to a wide range of activities, furthering your career in implementing environmental enhancement schemes. Projects typically include weir removals, fish passage easements (such as rock ramps, nature-like bypasses or technical fish passes) and river re-naturalisation (such as habitat enhancements, reconnecting floodplains & palaeochannels, re-meandering, and backwater creation). Other catchment management projects may include wetland creation, Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and Natural Flood Management (NFM) measures. This is a valuable opportunity to shadow experienced staff while building your knowledge and experience of river processes, restoration techniques and ecology. Initially offered as a two-year fixed term contract, it is expected that the position will be extended, subject to satisfactory performance and continued funding. To Apply Please email the following to [email protected]​southeastriverstrust.​org: a completed Application Form for the relevant job role that you are applying fora completed Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form The deadline for applications is Sunday 18^th June at 5pm. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 28^th June; we can accommodate for other dates if required. If you would like to discuss the position please email [email protected]​southeastriverstrust.​org with your enquiry. 

The Mersey Rivers Trust (MRT) is an environmental charity focusing on the protection and enhancement of rivers and waterbodies in the Mersey Catchment. It operates in an area covering Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire. The Trust works with partners, local communities and volunteers to deliver a wide range of projects including river restoration, reduction of flood risk by Natural Flood Management techniques, river monitoring, volunteer events (e.g. river clean-ups/invasive species control and citizen science), community engagement and education events, farm advice/​plans and biodiversity net gain. We have a vacancy for a Senior Project/​Partnership Manager to join a dynamic and dedicated team who are committed to delivering collaborative environmental river-based improvements. The Trust hosts three successful CaBA (Catchment Based Approach) partnerships in the Alt Crossens, Lower Mersey and Upper Mersey catchments. The role holder will focus on the hosting of the Alt Crossens and Lower Mersey partnerships in addition to working with other partnership groups and stakeholders in the area. The role will also include leading a team of three project managers responsible for the development and delivery of a portfolio of environmental river-based projects in the Alt Crossens and Lower Mersey catchments, including direct line management responsibilities. The role holder will report directly to the Operations and Delivery Director and will be a member of the senior leadership team. Key Responsibilities Facilitate collaborative and effective coordination of the two CaBA Partnerships across the Alt Crossens and Lower Mersey Catchments.Work with partners to maintain, update and deliver the Catchment plans.Meet the key objectives and success measures for each catch​ment​.To maintain and develop partnerships with stakeholders, including Environment Agency, Local Authorities, Natural England, local water company, other NGOs and community groups. Work with the Operations & Delivery Director and the Strategy & Development Director to prepare and manage budgets, provide input to the Trust’s business plan and strategic ini​ti​at​ives​.To identify and apply for project funding to support delivery of our objectives. Undertake the day-to-day leadership and management of the Alt Crossens and Lower Mersey project delivery team.Maintain, oversee, and update all project delivery and reporting systems on time and to budget (including timesheets, expenses and monthly reports)Preparing and submitting applications to obtaining necessary consents and permissions (including Environment Agency Permits, Landowner Agreements and Planning Permissions).Build landowner relationships to secure necessary permissions to implement projects.Contribute to, and in some cases lead, the procurement process.Supervision of contractors and junior staff delivering works.Undertake site visits to monitor progress of works, keeping records and reporting onwards.Complete all necessary reports, and keep suitable records in line with the funding requirements and document retention policy. The post holder will be home based with travel throughout the Mersey catchment. The applicant will need to live within or close to the Mersey catchment to facilitate regular travel to meetings, site visits and to regularly meet with staff. Remote working from other parts of the country cannot be considered for this role due to the need for regular face-to-face interactions and outdoor activities. Candidate ProfileEducated to degree level or equivalent, ideally in a relevant subject with a strong track record in environmental management and project management.Valid driving licence and own car, insured for business use.A confident and clear communicator with experience in leading collaborative partnerships and delivering projects with a variety of stakeholders and groups.Leadership skills; developing, coaching and managing teams.Experience of successful project delivery, including budget control and reporting.Experience in working with and managing external consultants and contractors. The above represents a sample of the responsibilities and candidate requirements, please download the attached job description for the full information. To Apply If you wish to apply, please send a CV (no more than two sides of A4) and covering letter (no more than two sides of A4), outlining how you meet the requirements of the person specification and job description and email to the Operations & Delivery Director of the Mersey Rivers Trust, Paul Henbrey ([email protected]​merseyrivers.​org). Applications must be received no later than 16^th June 2023. Interviews will be held w/​c 26^th June 2023; venue and format to be confirmed. If you would like more information on the role before submitting an application, you may contact the Directors: Paul Henbrey 07747 446103 ([email protected]​merseyrivers.​org) or John Sanders 07821 117396 ([email protected]​merseyrivers.​org)

Could your next career move make a big impact on the environment? Healthy rivers are essential for both humans and nature, but they are under serious threat from pollution, climate change, habitat loss and water scarcity. Tackling these issues requires holistic understanding and an effective approach. South East Rivers Trust [SERT] is seeking a passionate and ambitious Catchment Officer to lead our growing River Catchment Partnership programme in Surrey, South London and Kent. The role is part of SERT’s Science and Partnerships team, which is at the heart of SERT’s vision for healthy, thriving rivers in the south east. The team brings together multiple stakeholders, from landowners to businesses to local community groups, to collaborate and drive a holistic catchment based approach to understanding issues that are impacting the rivers and their catchment areas. And most importantly, to identify the solutions and projects that will restore them. As a Catchment Officer, you will lead, chair and manage a one or two Catchment Partnerships across Surrey, South London and Kent. The role will suit a natural leader who is passionate about water environments, and who possesses strong communication skills and the relevant scientific and/​or technical knowledge in one or more of the following areas: land management wetland design aquatic biodiversityhabitat enhancement nature-based solutions biodiversity net gain natural flood management fisheries science water resource management Using evidence-based data you are able to understand and distil issues the catchments face. You should be comfortable working closely with partners to co-design solutions and projects that will provide multiple benefits which will ultimately improve the health of the river and its catchment. Now in our 21^st year, SERT is one of the largest regional rivers trusts, protecting rivers across the south east of England for future generations to come. If you are interested in learning more about this role then please visit our website for more information. To Apply Please email the following to [email protected]​southeastriverstrust.​org: a completed Application Form for the relevant job role that you are applying fora completed Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form The deadline for applications is Monday 26^th June, 5pm with interviews taking place on Tuesday 11^th and Wednesday 12^th July 2023 (provisional dates) via Zoom. Please get in touch if you are unable to make these dates. If you would like to discuss the position please email [email protected]​southeastriverstrust.​org, with your enquiry and we will arrange to call you back.

Could your next career move make a big impact on the environment? Healthy rivers are essential for both humans and nature, but they are under serious threat from pollution, climate change, habitat loss and water scarcity. Tackling these issues requires holistic understanding and an effective approach. South East Rivers Trust [SERT] is seeking a passionate and ambitious Catchment Manager to lead our growing River Catchment Partnership programme in Surrey, South London and Kent. The role is part of SERT’s Science and Partnerships team, which is at the heart of SERT’s vision for healthy, thriving rivers in the south east. The team brings together multiple stakeholders, from landowners to businesses to local community groups, to collaborate and drive a holistic catchment based approach to understanding issues that are impacting the rivers and their catchment areas. And most importantly, to identify the solutions and projects that will restore them. As a Catchment Manager, you will lead, chair and manage a one or two Catchment Partnerships across Surrey, South London and Kent. The role will suit a natural leader who is passionate about water environments, and who possesses strong communication skills and the relevant scientific and/​or technical knowledge in one or more of the following areas: land management wetland design aquatic biodiversityhabitat enhancement nature-based solutions biodiversity net gainnatural flood management fisheries science water resource management Using evidence-based data you are able to understand and distil issues the catchments face. You should be comfortable working closely with partners to co-design solutions and projects that will provide multiple benefits which will ultimately improve the health of the river and its catchment. Additionally, you will support a growing team of Catchment Officers who each lead their own Catchment Partnerships efforts. Now in our 21^st year, SERT is one of the largest regional rivers trusts, protecting rivers across the south east of England for future generations to come. If you are interested in learning more about this role then please visit our website for more information. To Apply Please email the following to [email protected]​southeastriverstrust.​org: a completed Application Form for the relevant job role that you are applying fora completed Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form The deadline for applications is Monday 26^th June, 5pm with interviews taking place on Tuesday 11^th and Wednesday 12^th July 2023 (provisional dates) via Zoom. Please get in touch if you are unable to make these dates. If you would like to discuss the position please email [email protected]​southeastriverstrust.​org, with your enquiry and we will arrange to call you back.

The island of Ireland is the fastest-growing area of the rivers trust movement, and as part of what will be a major team expansion across the island of Ireland in 2023, we are looking for a motivated and highly-organised person to fill a newly-created Project Manager role. This is a pivotal position, the first of its kind focusing on our operations in Northern Ireland and the border counties of Ireland, collaborating with a wider network of stakeholders including landowners, water companies, government and the NGO sector across the UK, Ireland, and occasionally Europe. You’ll be supported by the existing Rivers Trust project management team who are based in different locations all across the UK and Ireland. You’ll be involved in every stage of the project life-cycle, from initiation to completion and evaluation, ensuring that projects are delivered smoothly and effectively, on time and within scope and budget. Whilst environmental and freshwater knowledge and experience is desirable, we are looking for someone who can deliver professional and effective project management to ensure efficiency in realising our projects’ objectives in line with out charitable objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly team working within a thriving movement, and to make a meaningful personal contribution to environmental protection and improvement. It’s a full-time, home-based role with flexibility around working hours — time off in lieu is also available. We are happy to make adjustments for people with disabilities and/​or caring responsibilities, and we welcome applications from all communities. The successful candidate will need to live and work in Northern Ireland. Key responsibilities include: Establishing and leading on a range of projects from initiation to completion, ensuring deliverables are met on time, within budget and scopeDeveloping project plans, schedules and milestones, identifying potential risks or issues and developing contingency plans. Communicating and collaborating effectively with project stakeholders, including landowners, environmental NGO’s, consultants, contractors, water companies, academic and research institutions, and local and national government bodies.Managing project budgets, timelines, resources and scope, reporting to multiple funding bodies using different systems and processesConducting regular project reviews, providing status updates and addressing any potential issues or risks that may affect the success of projects. Supporting new project development and contributing to securing funding for our activities in Northern Ireland and IrelandDelivering complex projects from initiation to closure stagesManaging multi-sector stakeholder relationships to achieve partnership and project objectives.Reporting to multiple funding bodies using different reporting systems and processes.Contributing to the evaluation of projects, reviewing their outcomes and making improvements to management systemsSupporting other colleagues on the team in the delivery of projects, providing cover for absences and transferring any specialist knowledge.Following all Rivers Trust policies including on Health & Safety, EDI, IT, and GDPR.Contributing to a respectful and inclusive working culture. Essential knowledge, skills, and experience Experience of reporting to funders, including evidencing milestone and outcome delivery, risks, final and mid-project technical reports, Undertaking project change control and presenting spend forecasting and financial reconciliations to funders (including EU, national and local Government, corporate foundations, charities, the community sector, and others)Experience of developing and maintaining core project management deliverables (project plans, reporting, risks)Budget managementExperience in delivering EU-funded projectsThe ability to build, develop and maintain significant internal and external relationships with a wide range of stakeholders (e.g. landowners, environmental NGO’s, consultants, contractors, water companies, academic and research institutions, and local and national government bodies.)Proven ability to collaborate on cross-functional teams while working remotely.Proven ability to achieve delivery through othersGood communication skills.Detail and deadline-oriented, able to manage multiple prioritiesMust be proficient in using computers (Microsoft Office — we also communicate by Slack but familiarity with this isn’t a requirement)The ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and overnight stays when necessary (e.g. to attend events and conferences, or visit key stakeholders on-site) Desirable criteria, only include these if you have them: Project management training and/​or qualificationsKnowledge of water-friendly farming solutionsExperience working with corporate partners To apply, please visit our careers site. If you have any questions which will help you decide to apply and aren’t answered on our website, please get in touch with Laura Tippin and she’ll get back to you. (NB: Laura is on leave and will come back to queries w/​c 5 June) Interviews are planned for w/​c Monday 26^th June 2023 and will be held via Teams.

Westcountry Rivers Trust (WRT) is recruiting a full time SEW Fisheries Technical Officer, initially on a two year fixed term contract with potential to be permanent thereafter. The starting salary for this role is £30,000 – 32,000 per annum salary (dependent on experience) with room for progression. The role is 37.5 hours per week. The Trust offers flexible working. The role will be hybrid working with a mixture of home-based working and office with site visits. The Trust office is in Stoke Climsland, Nr Callington, Cornwall. The role is to work on the river Exe and the Strategic Exe Weirs (SEW) project which is focused on upstream and downstream migration of salmon, trout and other migratory species and in particular dealing with the many weirs and barriers on the river. Time will be apportioned approx. 60% on the barriers to migration and approx. 40% on a wide variety of programmes such as habitat improvement, fish surveys, GIS database management and helping the partnership understand and improve management of the river. Substantial progress has already been achieved with the first new fish pass installed in 2022 and others at an advanced planning/​implementation phase. About the Westcountry Rivers TrustFormed in 1994, the Trust was established to restore Westcountry rivers. Measures to protect rivers can help to save money for farmers, lower costs for water companies, boost tourism, reduce the need to dredge estuaries and even benefit human health. Everything the Trust does is informed by the best available science. Their work is driven by an ​‘ecosystems approach,’ considering the function of the entire catchment, not just the rivers that flow within them.Today the charity works with a wide range of stakeholders from landowners to local communities, businesses, farmers and water companies to restore and protect the rivers, lakes, estuaries and coastal areas for the benefit of people, wildlife and the local economy. There has never been a more important time to work on the rivers of the West Country as the impacts of the climate emergency and the ecological crisis is forcing society to invest in building catchment resilience.Everything the Trust does is informed by the best available science. The Trust now has circa 75 employees with an annual turnover of c£3m running multi-annual projects spread across a wide range of funders. WRT has three main delivery teams and a support services and marketing teams. Our employees work on delivery sites, from home and from the office. Strategic Exe Weirs https://​wrt​.org​.uk/​p​r​o​j​e​c​t/str… is a project designed to deliver bespoke fish passage improvement projects at multiple weirs on the River Exe and supporting river habitat improvements. It is the goal to enable free migration in wider ​‘flow windows’ to counter effects of climate change, enhance the ecological health of the River Exe, and contribute towards the national Salmon Five-Point Approach.The SEW Project Officer position is part of the River & Fisheries delivery team. The position is sponsored by the River Exe and Tributaries Association (RETA), and is a partnership project receiving supporting funds from South West Water (SWW), the Environment Agency (EA), and site-specific funders. The project partnership steering group consists of representatives from RETA, the EA, and Westcountry Rivers Trust. The Role Key responsibilities include:• To support the project manager and catchment managers in achieving fisheries objectives and to deliver riparian habitat enhancements and fish migration improvements.• Undertake fieldwork surveys and office-based reporting to assess and convey the status of fisheries in the area. • Contract management and working closely with appointed contractors will be essential. Some experience of habitat improvement works is desirable for implementing river improvements to help improve fisheries. • Liaise with external stakeholders and project partners• Promotional events, educational events, workshop delivery and organisation of work sites will be required.• Water-based ecological survey work (e.g. assessment to assess obstacles to fish migration, electrofishing, fish habitat walkover survey).• Research and interpretation of ecological works including data searches, report writing and data analysis.• To work closely with contractors and sub-contractors to deliver river improvement outputs.• Management of habitat improvement works.• Maintain and develop a contacts database for catchments and sub-catchments.• Organise administration and work in relation to site specific activities and report on activities to provide relevant management information.• Liaise and attend meetings with other departments or organisations as necessary.• Public speaking at educational events or project meetings.• Attend training and develop relevant knowledge and skills.• May be assigned to commercial projects or other catchment projects as required and may be required to carry out other duties from time to time.• Ensure the charity adheres to the requirements of relevant guidance and legislation while aiming to deliver a best-practice approach.• Training will be provided for specific survey techniques where needed and some lone working may be required. • Site visits and liaison with a variety of contractors and land managers will be necessary• To ensure the project’s aims and objectives are delivered to a high standard, upholding WRT’s reputation.• Use initiative to find solutions to improve processes and make efficiencies. Essential Criteria:• A degree in conservation or ecology or a relevant degree-equivalent vocational qualifications will be considered if highly relevant to the position. • Some technical fisheries expertise and experience • Demonstrable experience and knowledge of freshwater fisheries, water quality, water resources, or Water Framework Directive management.• Must have self-motivation and be well organised to deliver multiple workstreams to deadlines.• Must be willing to carry out survey fieldwork and contractor/​site supervision work as part of delivering a busy catchment schedule.• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and work as a team• Evidence of keeping abreast of current best practice, legislation• Ability to use initiative and resolve problems in a timely manner. Desirable Criteria:• Hold a relevant professional qualification.• Knowledge of the Exe catchment and rivers of the South West of England.• Further ecological survey work, habitat assessments and statistical analysis or accompanying environmental skills will be taken into positive consideration. • Some experience in fish passage and a qualification in electrofishing is an advantage. • Some knowledge of the planning and permitting systems to facilitate working in rivers.• Relevant health and safety knowledge (CDM) conducive to running civil engineering sites is an advantage.• SMSTS, CITB, CSCS card. • Holds a relevant professional membership. Notes:Please note that there may be an occasional requirement to work outside of normal office hours which is reimbursed with time off in lieu. Any offer will be subject to references checks and has a 6 month probation period. You must have the right to work in the UK. You must be able to commute to remote sites in a timely manner Working Hours and Benefits:• Working hours are 37.5 hours a week. The Trust supports flexible working, in agreement with your line manager.• 25 days leave (+ Bank Holidays) pro-rata with an extra 1 day leave given for every year after 5 years working at the Trust up to a maximum of 30 days.• Pension 6% Employee contribution and a 9% employer contribution. Candidates should supply a CV with references and a covering letter to the following link: https://​hr​.breathehr​.com/​v​/​f​i​s​h​e​r​i​e​s​-​t​e​c​h​n​i​c​a​l​-​o​f​f​i​c​e​r​-​29944 Closing date: Monday 26^th June at 5pm. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 12^th July in person at our Head Office in Stoke Climsland. Funding is in place for this role, and we would be looking to start the position as soon as possible. Preferably starting on or before 14^th August but we understand candidates may have varying notice periods. Please contact Kasia Lewis, Head of Resources, at [email protected]​wrt.​org.​uk for further information