Apprentice (Hydrology)

RPS Group Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Apprentice in Hydrology, where you will support innovative projects that tackle water-related challenges. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic team, contributing to essential environmental developments while gaining valuable experience in flood risk assessment and drainage design. You'll be part of a collaborative environment that values your growth and well-being, providing professional qualifications and career advancement opportunities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in the field of hydrology, this apprenticeship is the perfect start to your career.

Benefits

Professional Qualifications

Flexible Working

Career Growth Opportunities

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in hydrology or related field.
• Understanding of flood risk and drainage design processes.

Responsibilities

• Support flood risk assessments and drainage design projects.
• Engage in stakeholder consultations and project delivery.

Skills

Flood Risk Assessment

Drainage Design

AutoCAD

Stakeholder Consultations

Education

Relevant Professional Qualifications

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Apprentice (Hydrology)

RPS, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking an Apprentice (Hydrology) based in Bristol.

About the Team

RPS projects are all around you. We define, design, and manage projects that create shared value in a complex, urbanising, and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We need passionate individuals who enjoy solving meaningful problems. Join us for challenging and rewarding work, with support every step of the way.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced flood and drainage apprentice to join our Hydrology Team in Bristol. The ideal candidate will have around 1 year or more of relevant experience and be currently in a similar role.

Your Impact

Join RPS, a Tetra Tech company, to make a real difference. Our work leverages advanced technologies, analytics, and world-class expertise to create meaningful change globally. Discover your potential—grow your career and leave a lasting legacy with us.

Responsibilities

What you will be doing:

The Hydrology team supports Water Environmental development issues, including planning applications for housing, drainage design, flood risk, Nutrient Neutrality, and WFD. We also support DCO projects across sectors like road, rail, energy, and water. We act as problem solvers for water-related challenges, making this a fitting team for interested candidates.

Key responsibilities:

• Essential: Understanding and basic experience in Flood Risk Assessment, Drainage Design, and planning applications.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar software.

• Desirable: Ability to undertake flow modelling from conceptual to detailed design stages, stakeholder consultations, site walkovers, supporting Flood Risk Assessments and ES Chapters, bid support, research, business development, client meetings, staying updated on drainage trends, and mentoring junior staff.

Candidate Profile

You will have around 1+ years of experience, interest in project delivery and team management, and comfort managing larger projects and liaising with clients.

What We Offer

We are an accredited training provider offering professional qualifications up to master's level, supporting innovation, collaboration, and career growth. We value diversity, respect contributions, and prioritize wellbeing.

Why RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

In 2023, RPS joined Tetra Tech, expanding our global reach and expertise. We design and manage projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability, delivering solutions that create lasting value worldwide. We promote flexible working and a balanced work-life environment.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech leads in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services globally. With 30,000+ employees, we address complex water cycle challenges, environmental protection, resilient infrastructure, and clean energy transition.

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