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Graduate Flood Risk & Environmental Scientist / Engineer

  • Recruiter: Water Environment Limited
  • Job posted: 22/03/26
  • Reference: 3087938693
  • Type: Permanent
  • Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 Annual
  • Job location: London
    • Graduate Flood Risk & Environmental Scientist / Engineer

    We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated graduate engineer or environmental scientist to join our Civil and Environmental Engineering Consultancy. This role sits within our Flood Risk and Environment Team, a group of skilled engineers and scientists working across hydrology, flood risk, hydraulic modelling, water quality, environmental assessment and sustainable drainage.

    As a graduate, you will support a wide variety of environmental and flood-related projects, with opportunities to gain hands on experience in both fieldwork and office based analysis. This role is ideal for graduates who are passionate about the water environment, environmental protection and restoration, as well as sustainable development.

    Role Responsibilities

    Core

    • Assist in producing GIS outputs, drawings and technical documentation.
    • Collaborate closely with engineers, environmental scientists, and hydrologists across the business.
    • Assist with project delivery tasks such as data analysis, site visit organisation, stakeholder engagement, liaison with the eternal project team as well as regulators.
    • Support the preparation of Flood Risk Assessments, Sustainable Drainage (SuDS) strategies, hydrology assessments and hydraulic modelling.
    • Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs)
    • Water Framework Assessments (WFD)
    • Environmental Permitting and Consenting applications
    • Nutrient Neutrality assessments
    • Water quality assessments and monitoring programmes
    • Field surveys, including river habitat assessments, ecological walkovers or watercourse inspections
    • River restoration and design
    Qualifications, Skills & Experience
    • A relevant degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geography, Hydrology, Civil Engineering, or a related environmental/water focused subject.
    • Strong analytical, data-handling and problem solving skills.
    • Clear written and verbal communication.
    • A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn.
    • An interest in flood risk, water management, sustainability or environmental protection.
    • Knowledge of GIS of AutoCAD.
    • Familiarity with environmental and hydraulic modelling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, Flood Modeller, TUFLOW).
    • Experience from a placement year, internship or university project.
    • Full UK driving licence.
    About Us

    Water Environment is a leading consultancy working across both the built and natural environment. Our expertise includes flood risk, hydrology, hydraulic modelling, drainage design, water quality, hydrogeology, field surveys, environmental monitoring and environmental assessment.

    • Primarily office based in Surbiton, London, with occasional remote working.
    • Flexible working and part time arrangements considered.
    • Generous leave allowance.
    • Group life and critical illness insurance.
    • Paid memberships and support working towards chartership of a relevant professional institution (CIWEM, IES, ICE or similar).
    • Opportunities to work on high profile projects.
    • Supportive, friendly and social team culture.
    How to Apply

    If this sounds like the perfect next step for you, we'd love to hear from you.

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