Graduate Water Catchment Scientist & GIS Specialist

Jacobs; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in the UK invites graduates to join its two-year Graduate Development Program for Water Science. You’ll work on real projects, guided by mentors, and build capabilities across technical and professional skills.

The program offers blended learning, fieldwork, reports, and opportunities across client environments, with potential international exposure and a clear path to development within Jacobs' global teams.

Qualifications

• Be working towards a Masters level qualification in Environmental Science, Water Science or similar
• A flexible, proactive mindset and motivation to drive your career forward
• Adaptability and enthusiasm for learning
• Permanent right to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Planning and carrying out fieldwork, including River Condition Surveys as part of wider Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.
• Assisting with Fluvial Audits and Stream Reconnaissance Surveys
• Assisting with river restoration projects
• Undertaking Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Water Framework Directive (WFD) assessments to support a range of major infrastructure and flood risk management projects.
• Writing concise and logical reports including, for example, analysis of hydrological datasets and geomorphological assessments.
• Using and analysing various numerical datasets
• Working in GIS to analyse spatial data
• Identifying potential health and safety hazards of specific projects or work elements and demonstrating a commitment to your own safety and that of those around you.

Skills

Fieldwork

GIS

Report writing

Health and safety

Education

Masters in Environmental Science

Water Science

Job description

Jacobs in the UK invites graduates to join its two-year Graduate Development Program for Water Science. You’ll work on real projects, guided by mentors, and build capabilities across technical and professional skills.

The program offers blended learning, fieldwork, reports, and opportunities across client environments, with potential international exposure and a clear path to development within Jacobs' global teams.