Wastewater Catchment Planner / Modeller /Engineer - Scotland Graduate Programme

RPS Group; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water consultancy firm in Scotland seeks a Graduate Wastewater Catchment Planner / Modeller / Engineer. This role offers comprehensive training and development, combining office and site work. Ideal candidates have degrees in Civil Engineering, Geography, or Environmental Science and possess strong data handling, GIS, and communication skills. Join a flexible and collaborative workplace committed to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development

Flexible rewards package

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Modules in wastewater, hydraulics, GIS, or flood risk are desirable.
• Good communication and writing skills.
• Teamwork and problem-solving abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Data handling and analysis of large datasets.
• Survey planning and supervision.
• Preparation of reports.
• Client and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Data handling and analysis

Survey planning and supervision

Use of GIS software

Statistical data analysis

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving abilities

Experience with Excel

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Geography

Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

MapInfo

QGIS

ArcGIS

InfoWorks ICM

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Wastewater Catchment Planner / Modeller / Engineer - Scotland Graduate Programme, Edinburgh

Client: RPS Group

Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 15

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

Wastewater Catchment Planner / Modeller / Engineer - Scotland Graduate Programme

RPS is growing, and we are looking to strengthen our Edinburgh and Glasgow offices with Graduate Wastewater Engineers, Modellers, and Planners.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in an environment that recognizes your efforts and talent. We aim for a start date of September 2024 or earlier if possible.

The graduate roles in our strategy team combine office/home-based work with opportunities for site visits for data collection.

Career pathways include:

• Wastewater Engineering, Modelling, and Planning

Key locations: Edinburgh and Glasgow

We value a willingness to learn, diversity of ideas, and adaptability. We seek individuals who are proactive, eager to develop, and comfortable taking risks and trying new approaches.

Your Responsibilities:

• Data handling and analysis of large datasets
• Survey planning and supervision
• Use of GIS software such as MapInfo, QGIS, and ArcGIS
• Statistical data analysis
• Preparation of reports
• Hydraulic sewer network modelling using InfoWorks ICM
• Catchment modelling including interactions between rivers and sewers
• Catchment planning, risk assessment, and intervention strategies
• Client and stakeholder engagement
• Development and documentation of software tools

About You:

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, or Environmental Science
• Modules in wastewater, hydraulics, GIS, or flood risk are desirable
• Good communication and writing skills
• Teamwork and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with Excel and computing skills

What We Offer:

We provide comprehensive training and development through our PROGRESS@RPS framework and online platform POD. Our graduates work on meaningful projects, take ownership of their development, and have opportunities for progression and specialization.

We support innovation, collaboration, and career growth, offering a flexible rewards package tailored to your terms of employment.

Your Application:

Please upload a CV and Covering Letter explaining your interest in RPS and the discipline. Tell us about yourself as an individual.

Why RPS?

We foster a flexible, collaborative workplace with hybrid working options. Our global network provides diverse project opportunities.

About RPS and Tetra Tech:

RPS became part of Tetra Tech in January 2023, joining a global company with extensive resources and opportunities.

About RPS Water Consultancy:

Our UK Water team is involved in projects addressing water management challenges across the UK, employing around 1000 skilled professionals.

Join us and make a difference in water management!

For more details, contact Mark Maxwell.

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Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are dedicated to embedding diversity and inclusion in all our processes, recognizing the value of varied perspectives and experiences. Our core behavior 'Stronger Together' emphasizes respect, acknowledgment of diversity, and mutual growth.

We work with trusted recruitment partners and do not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies not on our approved list.