Geomorphologist

Jacobs; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Principal Fluvial Geomorphologist to join their Water Catchment Management team. The role involves conducting watercourse assessments, coordinating environmental reviews, and developing river restoration solutions. Candidates should have a degree in Environmental Science or a related field, along with fieldwork experience and knowledge of environmental legislation. This position offers opportunities to contribute to significant projects across the UK and Ireland, promoting sustainable water management practices.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Environmental Science or related field.
• Chartered status preferred.
• Experience in technical reviews and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct watercourse characterisation and impact assessments.
• Coordinate reviews of Water Environment EIAR chapters.
• Facilitate technical delivery of projects with contractors.

Skills

Baseline watercourse characterisation

Environmental assessments

GIS and remote sensing

Hydraulic and sediment transport analysis

Fieldwork experience

Education

Degree/MSc in Environmental Science, Earth Science, Geography

Job description

Geomorphologist To support our ongoing business wins and future development aspirations, we have created a number of new career opportunities, in the role of Principal Fluvial Geomorphologist you will be an integral part of the continued success of our Water Catchment Management team in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Baseline watercourse characterisation and assessment of impacts from water company activities, flood risk management structures and other large infrastructure.
• Coordinate and review of Water Environment EIAR chapters for major infrastructure and flood management projects across the UK and Ireland.
• Develop, check, review and approve Biodiversity Net Gain assessments for watercourses and developing options for enhancements.
• Develop concept solutions and designs for river restoration.
• Facilitate the technical delivery of projects, in liaison with contractors and regulators.
• Conduct and deliver field-based solutions including hydrological surveys and monitoring.
• Support and collaborate with multi-disciplined catchment management teams.
• Ensure the delivery of environmental deliverables and financial performance of projects.
• Work in collaboration with design to ensure the overall integrity, governance and change management is in line with deliverables and milestones.
• Ensure compliance with H&S regulations, promoting a culture of caring throughout design and project delivery lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Degree/MSc) qualified in Environmental Science, Earth Science, Geography.
• Chartered or keen to achieve Chartered status.
• A track record in the delivery of technical reviews, environmental assessments and programme management.
• An excellent understanding of key environmental legislation and pollicies.
• Broad Fieldwork experience: collecting sediment samples, surveying river channels, and monitoring coastal erosion.
• GIS and remote sensing experience: mapping landforms, analysing LiDAR and satellite imagery.
• Good knowledge of hydraulic and sediment transport analysis: river restoration and coastal.
• Demonstrable experience of coastal habitat creation and erosion control.

As a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.