Environmental Water Quality Consultant - Marine Modelling

Advance TRS; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK is seeking an Environmental Water Quality Consultant/Senior Consultant specializing in marine modelling. The role involves assessing and modelling water quality in marine environments, supporting sustainable solutions. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in water quality modelling software. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements and a path for professional growth within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Agile, hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Industry-leading training and professional development support

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in science, mathematics or engineering.
• Postgraduate qualification and/or relevant experience within the water industry.
• Experience using marine or coastal water quality modelling software.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of technically robust marine and coastal water quality models.
• Assessment of pollution sources in coastal and marine systems.
• Preparation and technical review of evidence-based reports.

Skills

Marine or coastal water quality modelling software

Basic coding capability in Python, R or similar

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in science, mathematics or engineering

Postgraduate qualification in relevant field

Tools

MIKE

Delft3D

Telemac

AEM3D

Job description

Job Title

Environmental Water Quality Consultant / Senior Consultant (Marine Modelling)

Salary

£45,000 to £60,000 (dependent on experience)

Location

UK-wide – including Edinburgh, Glasgow, Birmingham, Shrewsbury, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Warrington, Bristol and Cardiff

Type

Permanent – Hybrid and flexible working available

About the Role

Our client is seeking Environmental Water Quality Consultants and Senior Consultants with marine and coastal modelling experience to join a growing multidisciplinary team delivering high‑impact projects across the UK and Ireland.

This role focuses on the assessment and modelling of water quality in estuarine, coastal and marine environments, supporting sustainable water and wastewater solutions. You will work within an integrated team addressing increasingly stringent water quality standards and complex environmental challenges across interconnected systems.

The position offers excellent scope for technical development, exposure to diverse projects and long‑term career progression within a supportive and collaborative environment.

About the Client

Our client is a well‑established multidisciplinary consultancy delivering environmental, engineering and scientific solutions across the UK and internationally. They work closely with water companies, infrastructure providers and public‑sector stakeholders to improve environmental outcomes for inland, coastal and marine waters.

The organisation places strong emphasis on collaboration, innovation and professional development, with a proven track record of delivering sustainable, evidence‑led solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivery of technically robust marine and coastal water quality models
• Assessment of pollution sources, pathways and receptors in estuarine, coastal and marine systems
• Preparation and technical review of evidence‑based reports in line with quality assurance standards
• Provision of specialist technical input to multidisciplinary projects and programmes
• Collaboration with clients and stakeholders across the water, energy and infrastructure sectors
• Contribution to service development and client relationship growth
• Mentoring and support of junior staff

What Our Client is Looking For

• Degree qualified in science, mathematics or engineering
• Postgraduate qualification and/or relevant experience within the water industry
• Working towards or already chartered with a relevant professional institution
• Experience using marine or coastal water quality modelling software (e.g. MIKE, Delft3D, Telemac, AEM3D)
• Demonstrable modelling experience in estuarine, marine or coastal systems
• Understanding of physico-chemical water quality and associated freshwater and marine regulatory standards
• Basic coding capability in Python, R or similar
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Agile, hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Industry‑leading training and professional development support
• Access to diverse, technically challenging and environmentally meaningful projects
• Open, inclusive and collaborative working culture

Eligibility

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Opportunity for Growth

This role provides a clear pathway for progression, ongoing technical development and support toward professional chartership. You will have opportunities to broaden your expertise, contribute to service growth and take on increasing responsibility as your career develops.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.