Assistant Hydrometric & Water Quality Technician

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About Us

We are a growing private environmental and engineering consultancy delivering hydrometric, water quality, and flood monitoring services across the island of Ireland. We work with public and private sector clients to provide high-quality environmental data that supports infrastructure development, compliance, and water resource management.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated Assistant Hydrometric & Water Quality Technician to support field monitoring programmes across Ireland. The role involves hands-on installation, maintenance, and calibration of hydrometric and water quality instrumentation, alongside data processing and reporting support.

Extensive travel and outdoor work are core elements of this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, and maintain water level sensors, rain gauges, telemetry systems, and flow monitoring equipment.
• Conduct flow measurements using current meters and ADCP equipment.
• Install, calibrate, and service water quality instrumentation (multi-parameter sondes measuring pH, dissolved oxygen, conductivity, turbidity, temperature, etc.).
• Download, quality-check, and manage monitoring data in line with company QA/QC procedures.
• Maintain calibration records, field notes, and site documentation.
• Support flood event monitoring and reactive call-outs.
• Assist with minor civil works and site maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety procedures when working near water and in remote locations.

About You

• Diploma or degree in Environmental Science, Hydrology, Civil Engineering Technology, Geography, or related discipline.
• Practical, hands-on mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Full, clean driving licence (valid across Ireland).
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight when required.
• Previous environmental fieldwork experience desirable but not essential.

Certifications such as Safe Pass/CSR, First Aid, or water safety training are advantageous (training can be provided).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (DOE).
• Paid overtime during peak/flood events.
• Company vehicle (where applicable) and travel expenses.
• Structured training and clear progression pathway within a growing consultancy.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a practical, field-based environmental career with strong development potential across hydrometric and water quality monitoring.

Pay: €30,000.00-€32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car

Work Location: In person