Hydrologist - Flood Risk and Drainage - Bristol - Up to £45k

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Hydrologist - Bristol based - Up to 45k

Summary of role:

Our client, a leading Engineering Consultancy with offices across the South, are currently seeking a Hydrologist with minimum of 2+ years' work experience to join their Flood Risk and Hydrology Team in Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects throughout the UK and across different sectors, including residential, commercial, industrial, rail, education, and health. As a Hydrologist, you will play a critical role in flood alleviation studies, river restoration, flood risk assessment, major infrastructure, and development work.

Job Duties:

• Management and delivery of Flood Risk Assessment, SuDs schemes, etc.
• Undertaking hydrological analyses using FEH methods.
• Conducting hydraulic modelling and producing associated reports.
• Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Organising and conducting site visits, attending team and client meetings.
• Client and stakeholder liaison skills at all levels.
• Undertaking extensive report writing.

Essential Criteria:

• BSc/BEng/MSc/MEng degree relevant to hydrology.
• Chartered or working towards chartership (preferably CIWEM, ICE).
• 2+ years' experience completing Flood Risk Assessments, hydrological assessments, drainage design and strategy, and hydraulic modelling using Flood Modeller Pro, HEC-RAS, or similar programs.
• Demonstrable experience of successful delivery of hydrology reports.
• Good knowledge and understanding of land development, the planning process, national planning policy, and UK legislation.
• Strong CAD experience and GIS skills using Arc, MapInfo, or QGIS.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Awareness of current and emerging technical and planning guidance in the field.
• Enthusiasm to develop new skills.
• Ability to manage your own workload and prioritize work appropriately.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Desirable Criteria:

• Strong scientific and engineering knowledge in relation to hydrology.
• Experience in flood hydrology using FEH and other standard methodologies.
• Tendering/bid preparation experience.
• Production of EIA Chapters.
• Full driving license.

What we can offer you:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays and the opportunity to purchase up to 5 additional days.
• Employer pension contribution of up to 6%.
• Payment of fees for relevant professional memberships.
• Health cash plan.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Subsidised social activities.
• Support towards chartership and qualifications as well as a wide array of CPD opportunities.
• Cycle/Tech scheme.

To apply for this role, please submit your CV outlining your suitability. !