Associate Hydrologist

ZipRecruiter; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

SLR has an exciting opportunity for an experienced hydrologist to join our large team of water specialists delivering Environmental Impact Assessment Report chapters and Environmental Appraisals in support of renewables and electrical transmission projects.

This vacancy is for a role to join a team which are already working on a range of nationally significant projects which are and will make a tangible contribution to our journey to Net Zero.

This position presents an outstanding opportunity to join a large team of hydrologists, drainage and flood management engineers and be part of a wider group which also comprises hydrogeologists, geomorphologists and geochemists.

About the role:

Working alongside the existing team, and with support from the hydrology & hydrogeology team leader, key aspects of the role will include:

1. Training and developing junior team members;
2. Preparing and managing junior staff producing EIA-R and EA water environment assessments to support planning applications;
3. Managing the production of Private Water Supply risk assessments;
4. Designing and managing surface water and groundwater monitoring programmes;
5. Preparing Controlled Activity Regulation authorisation applications for water abstractions, effluent discharges, engineering activities and construction site licences;
6. Client liaison and project management;
7. Liaising with regulators and agreeing scope of works on behalf of our clients;
8. Proposal writing and business development.

The location is at any of our offices in Scotland, but for those with relevant experience other locations, including hybrid or remote working, would be considered. We’d welcome applications from those wishing to return to work, or who would prefer agile or part-time working.

About you:

Whilst not essential we'd like you to have formal training in hydrology. We’d expect you to have a demonstrable track record delivering water assessments in support of planning applications for wind and electrical transmission projects, and whilst not essential hydrogen, solar and substation development projects. Experience of other linear development assessments, such as pipelines, would also be welcome.

We expect you to be professional and communicate effectively.

You’ll need a full current driving licence which is valid in the UK. Whilst the role will be mostly office based there will be a need for occasional site visits and attendance at client and regulatory meetings.

We’d expect you to be able to demonstrate experience of project direction, client liaison, and project management. You will also be able to work under your own initiative and as part of a team.

It would be advantageous if you have experience of mentoring and developing staff.

About us

SLR are global leaders in environmental and advisory solutions helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with over 3000+ staff across 6 regions – including over 1000 staff across Europe. SLR’s ‘one team’ culture is at the heart of our business; providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance, critical illness cover and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day’s annual leave, SLR offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, and our family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and family life.

To apply

If you are interested in this opportunity we'd love to hear from you, so click apply or you can submit your application at: www.slrconsulting.com/careers.

Culture and Inclusion

SLR Consulting is committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Culture and Inclusion (C&I) are at the core of our values. We embrace diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within and outside our organisation. We respect and celebrate difference to ensure SLR is a place where everyone feels included, is encouraged to be their authentic self and has opportunities to grow.

Across Europe, our C&I agenda is driven forward through our C&I Committee, which actively promotes equity in our internal processes and client work. Globally, our Global Culture & Inclusion Council brings together representatives from across our regions to share ideas and best practices that can be incorporated into our global policies, enabling greater transparency and supporting the development of an inclusive culture.

We welcome applications from everybody, regardless of their background, and particularly invite those from groups who are currently under-represented in our business to apply, such as women, minorities, and disabled people.

Country: United Kingdom

Office: Edinburgh; Glasgow; Stirling