Wastewater (Hydraulic) Modeller

RPS; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Wastewater Modellers to join their dynamic team, contributing to major frameworks that enhance river health and water infrastructure. This role offers the chance to work on prestigious projects, utilizing advanced modelling software and GIS tools to deliver impactful assessments and solutions. With a clear career development plan and flexible working arrangements, this position is ideal for professionals eager to make a difference in the water industry while growing their expertise in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career development plan

Opportunities in Asset Management

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant technical subject; postgraduate qualifications are advantageous.
• Chartered or working towards chartership; membership in professional bodies such as IET, InstMC, or CIWEM.

Responsibilities

• Constructing, verifying, and maintaining wastewater models.
• Delivering feasibility and development assessments for projects.
• Managing small projects and ensuring quality outputs.

Skills

Water industry modelling experience

Excel proficiency

Visual Basic proficiency

InfoWorks ICM proficiency

GIS systems (MapInfo, ArcGIS, QGIS)

Data analysis skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in a relevant technical subject

Postgraduate qualifications

Tools

InfoWorks ICM

GIS systems (MapInfo, ArcGIS, QGIS)

Job description

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About the Role

We are recruiting multiple Wastewater (Hydraulic) Modellers for major long-term frameworks across the UK, supporting projects such as a £100 million framework with United Utilities to improve river health in the Northwest of England.

About RPS and the Team

RPS Water Consulting, part of Tetra Tech, offers a dynamic environment with opportunities in Asset Management and Operational Strategy development. Our team works on prestigious AMP8 programmes, shaping the future of water infrastructure.

Your Role and Responsibilities

You will be integral to delivering projects involving urban drainage models, requiring proficiency in InfoWorks ICM and GIS software. Responsibilities include constructing, verifying, and maintaining wastewater models, delivering feasibility and development assessments, ensuring quality outputs, and managing small projects.

Skills and Experience

• Experience in water industry modelling, consultancy or water company background
• Proficiency in Excel, Visual Basic, InfoWorks ICM, and GIS systems (MapInfo, ArcGIS, QGIS)
• Data analysis skills with large datasets
• Excellent communication skills

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant technical subject; postgraduate qualifications are advantageous
• Chartered or working towards chartership; membership in professional bodies such as IET, InstMC, or CIWEM

What We Offer

A clear career development plan, flexible working arrangements, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on water infrastructure and communities.

Why Join RPS?

Be part of a global firm that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainability, supporting your growth and success in the water industry.