Graduate Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer: Building Impact

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Graduate Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant in Thatcham. This role provides graduates with the opportunity to work alongside senior engineers, assisting in flood risk assessments and drainage strategies while gaining exposure to projects in a crucial sector. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering and a passion for sustainability and water engineering. The position offers structured progression and excellent mentorship opportunities.

Benefits

Structured progression

Excellent mentoring

Exposure to live projects

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related discipline.
• Enthusiastic about flood risk, drainage, sustainability and water engineering.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD or drainage modelling software is desirable.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Keen to learn, proactive and motivated toward long‑term development.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies.
• Support hydraulic modelling and drainage calculations using industry software.
• Prepare drawings and technical outputs using AutoCAD and InfoDrainage.
• Help compile planning submissions and technical reports.
• Liaise with internal teams, clients, and local authorities.
• Contribute to site visits and data collection when required.
• Maintain high standards of organisation and technical accuracy.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Proactiveness

Enthusiasm for flood risk and sustainability

Education

Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

InfoDrainage

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Graduate Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant in Thatcham. This role provides graduates with the opportunity to work alongside senior engineers, assisting in flood risk assessments and drainage strategies while gaining exposure to projects in a crucial sector. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering and a passion for sustainability and water engineering. The position offers structured progression and excellent mentorship opportunities.