Harriet Robson achieves Chartered Status

November 27, 2023

We’re delighted to announce that Harriet Robson, our Senior Water Resources Specialist is now a Chartered Water and Environmental Manager (C.WEM)!


Harriet's accomplishment is testament to her continuous pursuit of professional development and highlights her dedication and expertise in her field. Over the last couple of years, Harriet has been excelling as Chair for a Task and Finish Group of the Water for Food Group, which aims to develop a drought management plan template and water security planning tools specifically for the agri-food sector. 


Her extensive experience of developing Water Resources Management Plans and Drought Plans helps to establish Water for Food as an essential need whilst helping to ensure and maintain its availability.

In the spring, Harriet even led a National Drought Group Workshop; working with other nationally critical organisations to discuss and potentially influence Environment Agency communication around drought to help enhance preparation time for farmers, as well as streamline the Reservoir Grant system to influence planning constraints and water availability positively.


Combined with her achievements to date, Harriet’s recent chartership helps further highlight her knowledge and expertise in navigating the complexities of water-related challenges!


Harriet commented:


“I’m really pleased to have achieved chartership from CIWEM as a Chartered Water and Environmental Manager. I have been involved in CIWEM throughout my career, including being Chair of the East Anglian Branch for 2 years, and I am glad that I can demonstrate my commitment to them by becoming a Chartered Member. 


The wide variety of technical work and project management that I have done at Envireau Water over the past 18 months, as well as my previous experience in the water industry for 5 years, has allowed me to evidence my career development and my competency as a member of the water and environment sector.


Thank you to Envireau Water for supporting me along this journey!”



Dr Phil Ham, Managing Director, commented:


“On behalf of the team at Envireau Water, we are all so pleased for Harriet and her impressive achievement! Her expertise is undoubtedly an asset as we work towards addressing the evolving challenges in the water sector and contributing to a more resilient and sustainable future.


A huge well done, Harriet!”


As a Chartered Water and Environmental Manager, Harriet will continue to play a crucial role in shaping our approach to water resources management and sustainable practices within the Envireau Water team, focusing primarily on abstraction licensing and environmental permitting.


As a company, we pride ourselves in supporting our team’s continued development and success. From conferences, coaching, to chairing industry groups, the development of the Envireau Water team is our priority!


Looking for the support to succeed just like Harriet? Check out our career page and apply to join the Envireau Water Team


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