Flood Risk Consultant in Macclesfield)

Penguin Recruitment; Macclesfield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK is seeking a Hydrology Consultant to join their specialized team. This role involves delivering essential consultancy services, including flood risk assessments and drainage design. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have experience with GIS and environmental regulations. The company offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options

Professional development and training opportunities

Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme

Access to exciting projects across the UK

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting flood risk assessments and drainage design.
• Familiarity with the Water Framework Directive (WFD) assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conducting flood risk assessments for planning applications.
• Developing drainage strategies for various projects.
• Producing technical reports and documentation.

Skills

GIS

Flood Risk Assessment

Drainage Design

Environmental Permitting

Education

Degree in Hydrology, Environmental Science, or Civil Engineering

Job description

Hydrology Consultant

We are a leading environmental consultancy who specialise in ecology and hydrology, with offices located in the Midlands, South Manchester, and Sheffield. The specialist team are dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to environmental challenges across the UK. We are currently seeking a Hydrology Consultant to join our growing team. You could be based in many locations across the Midlands, North West and Sheffield.

As a Hydrology Consultant, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality consultancy services to our clients. Your responsibilities will include:

* Conducting flood risk assessments to support planning applications and development projects.

* Undertaking Water Framework Directive (WFD) assessments to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

* Developing drainage strategies and designs for a variety of projects, ensuring sustainable and effective water management solutions.

* Preparing environmental permitting applications in line with regulatory requirements.

* Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including ecologists and engineers, to deliver integrated project outcomes.

* Engaging with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to provide expert advice and guidance.

* Producing clear, concise, and accurate technical reports and documentation.

-GIS Mapping for flood risk and ecology projects.

You will have the chance to join a supportive team and training will be provided from a local office.

Candidates will be expected to have a degree in hydrology, environmental science, civil engineering, or a related discipline and experience in conducting flood risk assessments and/or drainage design. You will also be expected to have experience using GIS and have familiarity with the Water Framework Directive Assessments and environmental permitting.

You will also be expected to have a valid UK driving license and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

My client offers their employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

* Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

* Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working options.

* Opportunities for professional development and training to support career progression.

* A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and collaboration.

* Access to a range of exciting projects across the UK.

* Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme.

We have many more vacancies available on our website at www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk. This is a permanent role.Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.