Experienced Meteorologist Vacancies

About us

MetDesk is the UK’s largest private sector weather forecasting business. Founded over a decade ago the business has established itself as the leading provider of weather information services to a global customer base.  Delivering highly specialised weather information and support services for weather-critical operations, including energy and transport industries amongst others, MetDesk is at the forefront of accurate, timely and innovative services for our rapidly expanding customer-base. The company is headquartered in the Chiltern town of Wendover, just 50 minutes from central London by train. MetDesk’s modern and vibrant offices are home to its dedicated forecast centre, utilising the very latest innovations in forecasting and state-of-the-art forecast technology. Due to ongoing expansion, we are seeking experienced meteorologists to join our friendly, dynamic forecast team. This is an exciting opportunity to become an important part of the fastest growing commercial weather forecasting company in Europe.

Job title

• Meteorologist/Weather Forecaster
• Senior Meteorologist
• Meteorologist/Researcher

Job Description

The successful candidate(s) will work within our team of expert meteorologists at our headquarters in Buckinghamshire, analysing and interpreting cutting-edge forecast model data, together with observational, satellite and radar output. MetDesk’s forecast team work very closely with a large range of high-profile customers, including highway authorities and national rail networks, regularly engaging in conferences, verbal and written briefings, to ensure their efficient operations that may otherwise be impacted by severe weather. As a company operating in a number of fast-paced exciting markets, a proactive, professional and energetic approach is required, with a willingness to be involved in all aspects of the working environment.

Employment package

• Highly competitive salary, dependant on experience in relevant sectors
• Employer-matched 5% defined contribution pension scheme
• 33 days of annual leave per year, including bank holidays
• Access to annual company profit-related bonus scheme
• Free access to dedicated mental well-being and health services

Experience and skills required – trained/experienced forecasters

Essential criteria:

• A degree in meteorology or associated science
• At least 2 years recent experience as an operational forecaster in the UK or Europe
• In-depth knowledge of UK and European synoptic meteorology, climatology and geography
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence when briefing customers and retaining knowledge of their requirements
• Willingness for shift-based work
• Understanding the importance of team work
• UK citizen or valid UK work permit

Useful to have:

• Experience of leading operational forecast shifts
• Experience in research and development, with opportunities for a split meteorologist/research role.
• Demonstrable experience of customer briefings and presentations
• Experience of mentoring and supporting junior meteorologists

Please send your CV with covering letter in PDF or MS Word format to careers@metdesk.com

Remuneration and benefits package will be attractive and commensurate with experience.

The closing date for applications is Monday 25^th September 2023 with employment start-dates during the autumn and early winter.

MetDesk Limited is an equal opportunities employer. 

MetDesk Limited is certified Carbon Neutral.