Job Description

Project Support Officer - 1 year fixed term contract

We provide market leading environmental data collection and monitoring services. Established over 30 years ago Flow & Water Quality Monitoring give their clients peace of mind in supporting them to reduce environmental risks and improving the quality of their natural environment. Our customers include large blue-chip consultancies and water companies.


We are an ambitious team who are focused on growth, putting our customers at the heart of what we do, and we live our values of happy people, happy customers, working safely and being successful. Our culture is can-do, fun and where everyone has a part to play and a voice.


We are part of SOCOTEC UK which is the leading of testing, inspection and compliance services with comprehensive solutions in Infrastructure, Environment, Building & Real Estate and Advisory.

The Role

We are seeking to recruit a

Project Support Officer

, based at our

Leeds

office on a

hybrid

basis for 1 year fixed term contract. This role focuses on supporting environmental monitoring projects with a strong emphasis on data analysis, hydraulic modelling, and water quality assessment. You'll work with multidisciplinary teams to manage and deliver projects efficiently, using modern tools and technologies to improve workflows and ensure regulatory compliance. The position also involves fieldwork, software integration, and contributing to process innovation in environmental data systems.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct data analysis on water quality and flow, ensuring accuracy and relevance Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot water monitoring equipment and field instruments Use hydraulic modelling tools (eg HEC-RAS) and apply hydraulic principles in project work Work with GIS software (QGIS, ArcGIS) to support spatial data analysis Develop and maintain scripts using VBA, SQL, Python, or Java to automate tasks Manage and interpret data using environmental databases and management systems Ensure compliance with water quality standards and environmental regulations Coordinate and prioritise multiple projects to meet deadlines and stakeholder needs Integrate and utilise platforms such as Blue Trust Monitoring, PRISM, and HydroSphere

What We're Looking For:

Essential:

Proficiency in VBA, SQL, Python, or Java Experience with GIS software (QGIS, ArcGIS) Understanding of hydraulics and use of hydraulic modelling tools (eg HEC-RAS) Strong data analysis skills, especially with water quality and flow data Ability to operate and troubleshoot water monitoring equipment Familiarity with environmental databases and data management systems Knowledge of water quality standards and relevant regulations Skilled in managing multiple projects and priorities Experience with platforms such as Blue Trust Monitoring, PRISM, or HydroSphere

Desirable:

AI in Environmental Monitoring:

Basic AI knowledge and applications in water monitoring Understand benefits/limits of AI and use for anomaly detection

Project Support:

Aid in planning, scheduling, and budgeting

Process Automation:

Streamline workflows via API integration and automation

Software Upgrades:

Modernise tools for better speed, efficiency, and performance

What We Can Offer

A competitive salary with agile/hybrid working Uplifted salary based on skills progression 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Contributory Company pension scheme Employee perks scheme Career development and progression

As well as the above, we will provide you with support and encouragement to learn and develop to truly reach your potential.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.