The Vacancy:
Binnies are recruiting graduate Geomorphologist/Hydromorphologists into our growing multi-disciplinary Environmental Services team. Binnies is a world-leader in the Water and Flood Risk Management sector delivering exciting projects for clients including the Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales, Local Authorities and Water Utility Companies. Our team also works on other large infrastructure projects across sectors such as transport and renewable power. Our Catchment Management and Natural Capital teams are able to apply the full range of modelling tools and techniques available for evaluating catchment interventions and their impacts on water resources and water quality.
This role would support our growing portfolio of water and catchment work where we are developing and testing innovative approaches to catchment management, and Solutions By Nature; a joint venture providing nature-based solutions via blue-green infrastructure to the water industry.
We are happy to welcome you into one of our offices in Redhill, Bradford on Avon, Swansea or Chester but we are open to candidates from across the country and can discuss flexible working.
We are a close team and have active Environmental Communities of Practice, including for our Water and Catchments professionals. Binnies pride ourselves on being at the forefront of environmental best practice and innovation and our environmental consultants are empowered to work closely with our multi-disciplinary teams and shape projects to deliver smarter and more sustainable solutions. Binnies hold the IEMA EIA Quality Mark which is a benchmark of our high standards in EIA delivery and is also a registered Ecological (CIEEM) and Landscape Practice (Landscape Institute).
About the Role:
* Supporting and undertaking geomorphology surveys, including geomorphological walkovers, fluvial audits and other site-specific surveys.
* Input into the production of Water Framework Directive Compliance Assessments to support environmental assessments.
* Providing input to feasibility and designs for river restoration, nature-based solutions, wetlands and Natural Flood Risk Management projects.
* Input into Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) projects.
* Advice on implications for the water environment from engineering designs, as well as development of mitigation and enhancement opportunities.
* Input into Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.
* Liaising with project teams, clients, stakeholders and the public as required.
About You:
The role is suitable for a graduate environmental professional. You should possess and be able to demonstrate the following qualifications, skills and knowledge:
* An environmental related degree.
* Interest within fluvial geomorphology/hydromorphology.
* Basic understanding of Water Framework Directive and Biodiversity Net Gain.
* Interest in catchment management planning/schemes/projects, working with inter-disciplinary teams.
* Ability to understand and apply analytical tools, models and manage data.
* Interest in river restoration/wetland design.
* Excellent written and oral communication.
* Hold a full UK driving licence.
Why join us?
Would you like to work in a business where you feel empowered to grow? Where there is no place for criticism or discrimination? A place where people are mindful and respectful? If so, then Binnies is the place for you.
We have a strong 'ENGAGED' culture that runs through everything we do. Evolved over 100 years, we have a culture of caring, where our employee's wellbeing and work-life balance are priorities, in fact we have industry leading flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We pride ourselves on providing an inclusive working environment, where a diverse workforce is supported to grow and develop.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary.
* Flexible working (part time available, remote working).
* Flexible benefits e.g. buy annual leave, 9 day fortnight agreement, varying pension contributions, options for private healthcare.
About Us:
We develop intelligent solutions using our award-winning integrated planning and design approach to deliver functional infrastructure and lasting environmental and social legacies. This is backed by a culture that has stayed true since our foundation over 100 years ago. We create new possibilities for humanity through our innovative approach to delivery.
Together with our clients, we are always striving to find a smarter way to deliver projects. From providing low carbon, sustainable and resilient water solutions, flood alleviation and environment services, to connecting people with insights and data. Our business exists to improve the quality of life for our local communities today and for generations to come.
Binnies is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
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