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Is being a water resource specialist a good fit for you?

Plans and runs projects to look after water supplies. Deals with how much water there is, how clean it is and the rules about it.

What the work involves

  • Builds computer models of water flow and water quality.
  • Studies stormwater systems to find ways to improve water resources.
  • Investigates or oversees checks on water storage, wastewater, pollution and permits.
  • Plans how to manage river catchments to meet water supply and conservation goals.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be curious, hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onSome. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousStrong. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingSome. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingSome. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

  • Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.

How much training it needs

Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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