Coastal Process Scientist

Join the South West Coastal Monitoring team based at the University of Plymouth to help monitor
our coast around the whole of southwest England! 

We are equal opportunities employer. The Council is committed to preventing discrimination,
valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity in recruitment activities. No person
(employee, candidate or member of the public) will receive less favourable treatment on the
grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. In addition to
these nine, the Council will not discriminate on the grounds of domestic circumstances,
social-economic status, gender identity, political affiliation or trade union membership. We
will not discriminate nor tolerate discriminatory behaviour.

We have:

• Outdoor surveying opportunities (of beaches and perhaps coastal assets)
• Flexible working hours with some agile working (mostly in office but some can be from home)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Career development through professional learning and development
• Generous annual leave and wellbeing package

The ideal candidate will have:

• An Honours Degree or equivalent in Marine Science, Marine Geography, Civil or Maritime
  Engineering, Oceanography or similar.
• Excellent level of competency in researching and analysing coastal process data.
• IT skills, including GIS (Geographic Information System), particularly in respect to
  coastal processes and management.
• The ability to undertake independent research and produce detailed analytical reports,
  together with advice and recommendations for coastal management authorities.
• The ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences and the ability to build and
  maintain effective working relationships with internal and external colleagues.
• Excellent knowledge of coastal processes and how this impacts local communities.
• Knowledge of coastal management practices.
• The level of fitness necessary to undertake coastal asset surveys involving carrying
  equipment and walking significant distances.

You might have:

• Ability to code, preferably using Python, but JavaScript, Matlab, SQL expertise are all
  welcome. Database design is also a skill we use.
• GIS proficiency, particularly ArcGIS or QGIS.
• Surveying experience using tools of the trade such as GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite
  System), laser scanning or a UAV (uncrewed aerial vehicle, or drone).
• Experience of working with coastal assets, perhaps even asset inspection.

Please note that we can only accept applications for those eligible to live and work in the
UK. Teignbridge DIstrict Council does not sponsor visa applications.

Read the job description and person specification on our website – it will help you understand whether
your knowledge, skills and experience match the job requirements. In your supporting statement
please tell us how you meet each of the essential criteria we ask for in the person
specification.

Closing Date: Monday 8th July 2024
Interview Date: W/C 22nd July 2024

Please note that all applicants will be notified whether or not they have progressed to the
interview stage by 15 July 2024.