Careers & Opportunities
ARGANS has an established history of over 15 years of delivering Earth Observation derived products and services supporting European and International clients and stakeholders, in particular the European Space Agency (ESA). We are specialists in satellite-based Earth Observation, geographical information systems, and developers of remote-sensing applications and services used to observe, map and monitor the marine, atmospheric and terrestrial environments.
Job Vacancies
General Manager
Plymouth UK/Hybrid part-time, flexible (minimum 3 days/week)
£60k, pro rata, depending on experience
Application deadline: open until position filled
Join ARGANS and lead environmental innovation through Earth Observation.
We’re hiring a General Manager to lead ARGANS UK, based in Plymouth, where cutting edge environmental innovation meets a unique quality of life by the sea. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of one of the UK’s most pioneering environmental technology businesses. You’ll provide hands on leadership, drive daily operations, manage finances, and shape the culture of a small, international team working on satellite-based Earth Observation projects.
We’re looking for someone with strong operational leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to inspire and motivate teams across borders. Familiarity with Earth Observation, GIS or Environmental Science is a plus but not essential. What matters most is your drive to lead with impact, ensuring ARGANS UK continues to grow sustainably and successfully. In doing so, you’ll be playing your part in helping to protect the planet using satellite technology, whilst enjoying a work-life balance that’s hard to beat.
Key Responsibilities
- 🔸 Lead our business operations and hybrid/remote teams.
- 🔸 Oversee financial performance (Profit and Loss, reporting).
- 🔸 Embed strong systems for effective governance, compliance, quality, and sustainability.
- 🔸 Inspire our team and develop a collaborative, inclusive culture.
- 🔸 Represent ARGANS externally and at Board of Director level.
What You Will Bring
- ✅ Proven leadership and financial management expertise.
- ✅ Business and operational delivery skills.
- ✅ A client/customer driven mindset.
- ✅ STEM or environmental sector awareness desirable.
Why Join ARGANS?
- 🔹 Work on impactful environmental and space innovation projects.
- 🔹 Flexible working (min. 3 days/week).
- 🔹 ISO9001:2015 accredited quality culture.
- 🔹 Values-driven, friendly and welcoming, and inclusive team.
Our intellectual property isn’t our digital assets, but the people who create them.
Interested candidates are encouraged to email their CV and a cover letter, or apply via Indeed.
Application Deadline : open until position filled
Successful candidates will need provide evidence of eligibility of continuous right to work within the UK. ARGANS does not hold a work visa sponsor license.
ARGANS is an equal opportunity employer.
Testimonials
"Working at ARGANS has given me an excellent start to my career in Remote Sensing research and the opportunity to undertake a work-based PhD. The breadth of projects on offer means there's always something new to learn!"
"The work ethic is one of collaboration. No problem is ever your own and will always be met with interest and empathy from other staff to solve as a collective and utilize skillsets from across the rest of the team. I am fortunate enough to acknowledge the team at ARGANS as not just my colleagues but also my friends."