Description

Are you passionate about marine environments and sustainability? Join us for a 12-month placement where you’ll play a key role in managing the Board’s Environmental Management System and conducting environmental monitoring within Dover Harbour and its approaches.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience and make a real impact on environmental stewardship in one of the UK’s busiest ports.

What You’ll Do

Assist in the management of the Environmental Management System
Carry out environmental monitoring in and around Dover Harbour
Support initiatives that ensure safe and sustainable environmental practices

What We’re Looking For

Completion of second year of a BSc degree in a relevant subject
Field and practical experience in environmental monitoring
Understanding of species, ecosystems, habitats, and the natural and human influences on them
Familiarity with marine environmental management and monitoring techniques
Good working knowledge of MS Office and basic GIS understanding
Awareness of how weather impacts ocean conditions
Strong organisation skills and a proactive approach to sustainability
Ability to work near/on water and on floating craft
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Why Join Us?

Gain practical experience in a unique marine environment
Work alongside experts committed to environmental improvement
Contribute to sustainability initiatives that make a difference

Benefits

On-site accommodation available at a competitive rate
5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata)
Generous contributory pension scheme
Private Health Care
Life assurance
Employee assistance programme
3rd party discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Benefits and reward platform
Employee volunteering scheme
Free Parking

All offers of employment are subject to us obtaining satisfactory references (covering all education, training, employment and unemployment in the preceding 5 years) and there will be a pre-employment medical including a Drug and Alcohol test. We need to satisfy your Right to Work in the UK.

Please be aware that all employees will be subject to background security checks in order to obtain a Dock Pass.

We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone is looking after each other and respected, included and able to perform at their best.

Closing date: 19 December 2025 at 5:00 PM

Interviews to take place mid January 2026
Start your journey toward a career in environmental management with us

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