DO YOU WANT TO TAKE ON A NEW CHALLENGE TO DRIVE INNOVATION AND POSITIVE CHANGE IN REGIONAL WATER RESOURCES PLANNING?

Then we want to hear from you. View our vacancies below to see how you could help to overcome the challenges we face for water security and be part of something amazing.

Our team is steadily expanding, so if you don’t see a position that fits you now, please check back later.

Integrated Catchment Planning Lead

Salary: £60,000+ depending on experience
Location: Hybrid/home-based working across Eastern England
Contract: Permanent

Water Resources East (WRE) is seeking an experienced Integrated Catchment Planning Lead to help shape the future of water management across Eastern England.

Working collaboratively with water companies, the Environment Agency, catchment partnerships, consultants and industry partners, this role will lead the development of integrated catchment plans that support sustainable water supplies, environmental resilience and long-term investment.

The successful candidate will help translate complex scientific evidence into practical strategies, supporting the delivery of integrated solutions that address the region’s water challenges. The role will also play a leading part in the delivery of the Great Ouse Catchment System Plan (GO-CaSP), alongside managing multidisciplinary projects and stakeholder relationships.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading the development of integrated catchment plans and investment portfolios.
  • Turning technical evidence into clear, practical strategies.
  • Working with regulators, water companies, consultants and environmental partners.
  • Supporting the delivery of GO-CaSP.
  • Managing consultant-led projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
  • Helping shape the future of regional water resource planning.

About you

You will have experience in one or more of the following areas: integrated catchment planning, water resources, hydrology, hydro-ecology, water quality, river morphology, environmental science, environmental planning or a related discipline.

You will have:

  • Strong technical understanding of catchment and environmental systems.
  • Experience managing complex projects and working with multiple stakeholders.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • The ability to work independently while collaborating across organisations.

Experience working with the Environment Agency, water companies or environmental consultancies would be beneficial.

Why join WRE?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, influential organisation working at the forefront of regional water planning. You will have the opportunity to shape policy, strengthen collaboration and help deliver practical solutions that support a resilient water future for Eastern England.

What we offer:

  • Salary from £60,000 depending on experience
  • Hybrid, home-based working
  • Employer pension contributions up to 12%
  • Bonus scheme
  • Private health insurance
  • 26 days’ annual leave, increasing to 30 days
  • Flexible working
  • Ongoing professional development

For more information or to apply, please contact Michelle at Allen & York