Graduate or Project Hydrologist

ZipRecruiter; Bradford-on-Avon; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global environmental consultancy is seeking a Graduate or Project Hydrologist in Bradford-on-Avon. The role offers mentorship and involves tasks such as hydrological assessments, risk assessments, and designing sustainable drainage systems. Candidates should have a relevant degree, strong IT skills, and a desire to build a successful career in hydrology. The position supports flexible working policies and promises professional development within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for progression

Flexible working policies

Qualifications

• A valid UK driving licence is required.
• Strong IT skills, including MS Office; experience with modelling software is advantageous.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD software is a plus.
• Desire to build a successful career in hydrology.
• Willingness to learn, problem-solve, and work independently.
• Good numeracy, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hydrological assessments involving calculations and reporting.
• Undertake risk assessments related to flood risk and water shortages.
• Develop technical solutions to significant risks.
• Contribute to sustainable drainage system designs.
• Monitor groundwater levels and surface water quality.
• Prepare reports such as Flood Risk Assessments and EIA water chapters.

Skills

Hydrology

Civil Engineering

Earth Sciences

MS Office

Modeling software experience

AutoCAD

Numeracy

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Education

Relevant degree or postgraduate qualification

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Causeway Flow

GoldSim

Job description

Overview

SLR's well established water team offers expert services across hydrogeology, hydrology, water resources, geochemistry and flood risk for sectors including the built environment, energy, industry and mining and minerals. We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Graduate or Project Hydrologist in our Bristol or Bradford on Avon office in September / October 2025. Working under the mentorship of our industry leading professionals, you will have a great opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge within SLR's structured career framework and biannual self-nominating promotion rounds. With client instructions across the UK and abroad, this role provides experience across a broad range of projects in different geographic areas.

About us: SLR is a global environmental and advisory solutions consultancy with over 3000+ employees across 6 regions, including over 1000 staff across Europe. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including a company pension, healthcare, travel and life insurance, critical illness cover and a structured career framework with regular reviews and opportunities for progression. We support flexible, agile and hybrid working and family-friendly policies to balance professional and personal life.

The role

You will have the opportunity to build on your degree/masters knowledge or prior placement/commercial experience. With support from senior colleagues, you will be involved in a wide range of tasks including:

• Assisting with the completion of hydrological assessments involving calculations, modelling and reporting.
• Undertaking risk assessments relating to flood risk, water shortages and pollution.
• Working as part of a team to develop technical solutions to significant risks.
• Contributing to the outline design of sustainable drainage (SuDS) systems including network modelling using Causeway Flow software.
• Undertaking routine monitoring of groundwater levels, surface water flows and surface water and groundwater quality.
• Contributing to the preparation of reports such as Flood Risk Assessments, Surface Water Drainage Strategies and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) water chapters.

The nature of the role and the sites worked on may involve occasional site work away from home for short periods.

About you

If you are interested in applying and you have a full UK driving licence we would love to hear from you. To be successful, you would typically demonstrate the following:

• A relevant degree or postgraduate qualification focusing on at least one of hydrology, civil engineering, earth sciences or a similar field.
• Strong IT skills, including MS Office; and experience with modelling software (ArcGIS, QGIS, Causeway Flow, GoldSim) is advantageous.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD software.
• The drive and desire to build a successful career in this field.
• A willingness to learn, problem solve and work independently when required.
• Good numeracy, written and verbal communication, and timekeeping abilities.

Equity and at SLR: We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and foster an inclusive environment where all people can thrive. Through our Regional DE&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we support diverse talent and inclusion.

We welcome applications from all individuals, including those from groups that are underrepresented at SLR, such as ethnic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent. For more information on our commitment to DE&I and the work we are doing, please visit our website and scroll to the bottom of the page.

Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know. We are committed to ensuring applicants receive equitable support when applying to SLR.

SLR Commitment: All applicants who meet the essential requirements for the job will be guaranteed an interview in line with our Confident Committed status.