Graduate Hydrologist / Environmental Consultant
(Non-Graduate Applications also considered)
Location: Office Based - Edinburgh, EH6 6EJ
Salary: £25,000-£29,000 per annum, DOE
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Benefits: Flexible working options, Holidays: 35 days plus 9 public holidays, Employer Life Assurance, Private Health Care and Employer Pension Scheme, Company paid team building events and excursions, Paid annual membership of chosen professional accreditation body, Salary reviewed on a 6-month basis and Annual bonus dependent upon company annual performance!
About Us
Gondolin Land and Water Ltd was formed in September 2021 and has grown from strength to strength working across the UK in a number of sectors such as: residential, onshore renewable energy, commercial, rural tourism and recreation, mining and minerals and retail, industrial & manufacturing.
We undertake a variety of exciting projects with a range of clients from individual landowners to market leading developers in their fields.
The Role
A fantastic opportunity has become available for a Graduate Hydrologist / Environmental Consultant to join an Environmental and Civil Engineering consultancy based in Edinburgh, Scotland!
Due to an ever-expanding order-book we are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious individual who has a particular interest in the hydrology / hydrogeology and the environmental consulting space where they will gain valuable practical experience, both in terms of desk based technical / assessment work and site based activities.
You will join as a Graduate Hydrologist or Environmental Consultant and will be allocated a suitable mentor / line manager to oversee your training and development.
The majority of your role will be desk based, however site work will form an integral part of your role and development. This will involve being away from home for short periods of time (e.g. days / the occasional week), therefore the chosen candidate must have a full UK driving licence, be comfortable working away from home within the UK and comfortable driving different vehicles (i.e. small hire vans, company 4x4 etc.).
Key Responsibilities;
• Flood Risk Assessments and Hydraulic Flood Modelling (1D/2D)
• Water Quality/Quantity Monitoring
• Environmental Impact Assessments
• Peat Management Plans
• Private Water Supply Risk Assessments
• Preparing technical drawings (AutoCAD/GIS) and field reports
• Site Visits
• Project management
Graduate Hydrologist / Environmental Consultant – What we need from you
Key Skills & Experience;
Essential:
• Minimum 2:1 degree in subject field relating to the role
• Problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Strong attention to detail and report-writing skills
• Competence in Microsoft Office
• Valid UK driving license and flexibility for short travel stays
• Passion for environmental sustainability and renewable energy
Desirable:
• Experience with GIS or AutoCAD software, hydrological modeling, or flood modeling software
• Advanced degrees or prior work placements in relevant fields
• 4x4 driving experience and outdoor activities exposure
Additional Information
The chosen candidate would be expected to complete a statutory 6-month probation period. Upon successful completion of this the employee would be enrolled onto the various employer schemes (healthcare, life assurance etc.)
We welcome applications from all individuals who meet the criteria and are passionate about driving sustainable solutions.
Join us in shaping a greener, more sustainable future!
No agencies please