Assistant Technical Advisor

Gravesend Source: WhatJobs

£32,000–£42,000

Base: The Port of London Authority is headquartered in Gravesend, Kent, which will serve as the primary base for this role, with a secondary office located in central London. The position will also require travel across the full extent of the river as required to meet work responsibilities., As an Assistant Technical Advisor, you will play an essential role in supporting the Environment team's efforts to achieve our environmental goals for the tidal Thames. Working alongside lead technical advisors in air quality, water quality, and ecology, you will provide support across a variety of technical tasks, assist with planning and conducting environmental field surveys, and contribute to the successful delivery of projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with a wide range of environmental issues and make a tangible impact on the sustainability of the UK's largest port. The Port of London Authority is headquartered in Gravesend, Kent, which will serve as the primary base for this role. However, the position will require travel across the full extent of the river as required to meet work responsibilities.

The successful candidate will be degree (or equivalent) educated in an environmental field. You will have a solid understanding of environmental considerations particularly in water quality, air quality, or ecology, alongside experience providing technical advice and coordinating projects. Strong written communication, interpersonal skills, and a good understanding of river and estuary ecosystems are essential, as is a willingness to learn about the specific challenges within the port. Experience with the consenting process for marine infrastructure projects, including experience with assessments under the Water Framework Directive or Habitat Regulations, is highly desirable.

The Port of London Authority is the statutory harbour authority for the tidal Thames and responsible for 95 miles of the River Thames from the Estuary to Teddington Lock in West London. We work to keep river users safe, protect and enhance the environment and promote the use of the river for trade and travel. The Port of London Authority is dedicated to protecting and improving the tidal Thames for future generations. Our 2050 Vision for the Thames is of a clean, thriving river, free of sewage and other pollutants, supporting greater biodiversity and recreational use. The Environment team plays a key role in turning this vision into reality, driving the actions needed to create a thriving and sustainable river.