Geo Environmental Apprentice

RPS Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

RPS Group is looking for a motivated apprentice to join their environment team based in various UK locations. The apprentice will engage in environmental monitoring, support geotechnical investigations, and receive sponsorship for a relevant degree, fostering professional growth and practical experience.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Health screening

Cycle-to-work scheme

Dental cover

Professional memberships

Employee assistance

Gadget insurance

Qualifications

• Interest in geology and contaminated land.
• Willingness to work both in the office and on site.
• Ability to assist with environmental and geotechnical investigations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental monitoring, including water and soil sampling.
• Support ground investigation projects and prepare relevant assessments.
• Manage environmental data and assist in preparing factual reports.

Skills

Geology

Environmental monitoring

Data management

Education

Relevant environmental degree (part-time)

Job description

RPS is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our environment team as an apprentice. The role can be based in Bristol, Abingdon, London, or Manchester. It is suitable for someone interested in geology and contaminated land, who enjoys both office and site work, along with travel.

We are a leading global multi-disciplinary consultancy specializing in the built and natural environment, shaping future environmental, social, and economic landscapes.

We will support the successful candidate through sponsorship and payment of course fees for a relevant environmental degree, undertaken part-time (block release for 6–10 weeks annually) over five years. The rest of the time, you will assist our geo-environmental teams with environmental and geotechnical investigations, monitoring programs, audits, and related activities.

Your Role

You will work both in the office and on-site, including:

• Environmental monitoring such as water and soil sampling.
• Supporting ground investigation projects.
• Preparing information and assessments for desk study appraisals.
• Managing environmental data and familiarizing with industry data formats and software.
• Conducting geological appraisals.
• Working independently or as part of a team.
• Assisting in preparing factual reports.

What We Offer

During your apprenticeship, you will have a dedicated mentor and opportunities to learn from technical experts in areas like ground investigation, soil and rock logging, risk assessments, desk studies, and more. We provide a flexible, friendly environment to develop your skills and challenge yourself.

Our benefits include holiday entitlement, pension scheme, disability scheme, share incentives, life assurance, cycle-to-work, health screening, employee assistance, dental cover, gadget insurance, professional memberships, and access to discounts and rewards.

About RPS

RPS is a global professional services firm with over 5,000 employees. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, embedding these principles in all our processes to attract and retain talent from diverse backgrounds. We foster a culture of respect, growth, and collaboration, exemplified by our core behavior 'Stronger Together.'

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