RSK Land Development and Engineering (LDE) Ltd, part of the RSK Group are looking for a Graduate Hydrologist to join the team in Wigan. This is a full-time, permanent position.
RSK LDE Ltd was formed in 2003 after a number of specialist design engineers joined RSK in order to strengthen its existing in-house capabilities. It now has a highly experienced team made up of professional civil and structural engineering staff with many years experience in the assessment, design and construction of major development projects.
Responsibilities
- Assisting with the development of Flood Risk Assessment, EIA and outline drainage assessment reports.
- Understand role within hydrology team for undertaking required works.
- Maintain and develop technical capability through Continuing Professional Development (CPD), including mentoring and guiding junior staff.
- Keep up to date with changes in legislation, best practice and relevant polices
- Understand the required programme, co-ordination, communication and LDE involvement within project to ensure satisfactory delivery of a project.
Qualifications and experience
- Ability to organise and prioritise work effectively.
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
- Ability to communicate effectively with the design team and external clients, both verbally and in writing.
- Working awareness of the following including their use and limitations:
- Microsoft products including Excel, Word and Power Point.
- FEH, WINFAP FEH, Flood modeller, HEC-RAS and other flood modellingsoftware
- AutoCAD and WinDES
- Competent in the use of Excel, Word and Power Point.
- Effective communication skills
Salary and benefits
- Contributory pension scheme
- A flexible benefits programme, including the option to buy additional holidays, childcare vouchers and private health care
- Regular training and career development
- Access to mental health support
- Professional financial advice
- Discounted gym memberships
If this opportunity speaks to you, we would love to hear more about you and what you might bring to the business.