Hybrid Flood Forecast Modeller – Real‑Time Warning

WSP; Newcastle Emlyn; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Career progression

Mentoring program

Job summary

WSP is expanding its UK flood forecasting capability within the Sustainable Water Management team. We are seeking experienced flood forecast modellers and hydrologists to deliver real-time modelling projects and to grow our national programme with experts across the UK and internationally.

You will contribute to flood warning improvements and the development of forecasting services, working on high-impact projects that support public safety and national infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UK flood forecasting techniques, Flood Modeller, rating review, PDM and performance testing.
• Experience delivering and reviewing real time models for UK statutory bodies.
• Commercial awareness including bid/proposal development.
• Ability to engage confidently with clients and stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and, where appropriate, lead flood forecast modelling and hydrology studies using Flood Modeller, PDM and hydrodynamic routing.
• Prepare and review model boundaries, undertake rating reviews and performance testing.
• Contribute to quality assurance and independent technical reviews of forecast products.
• Produce clear client-facing deliverables and contribute to data visualization.
• Mentor less experienced modellers and support bid proposals.

Skills

Flood forecasting

Hydrology

Model validation

Client engagement

Tools

Flood Modeller

PDM

Hydrodynamic routing

Job description

WSP is expanding its UK flood forecasting capability within the Sustainable Water Management team. We are seeking experienced flood forecast modellers and hydrologists to deliver real-time modelling projects and to grow our national programme with experts across the UK and internationally.

You will contribute to flood warning improvements and the development of forecasting services, working on high-impact projects that support public safety and national infrastructure.