Water Science Graduate - Dublin (Hybrid) - ADVANCE Programme

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Graduate ADVANCE programme

Mentoring and career development

Live projects exposure

Job summary

Water Science Graduates are being recruited to join the AECOM Ireland Limited Environment team in Dublin, with a start window from January 2027 through to October 2027. The role focuses on water quality, hydrology, geomorphology and water resource management across public and private sectors, with immersion in major projects and client liaison.

The position offers a two-year Graduate ADVANCE programme, mentorship from senior team members, and a flexible hybrid working model designed to support

Qualifications

• Degree qualified with an MSc in Geography, Geomorphology, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Hydrochemistry or similar.
• Ability to conceptualise surface water environment issues.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Have experience using GIS.
• A full driving licence would be beneficial as travel is required for site surveys.

Responsibilities

• Water quality studies (baseline studies, environmental impact assessment, nutrient loading studies and pollution studies including monitoring and modelling).
• Hydrological investigations (flood, drought and water resource allocation).
• Geomorphological studies, including channel enhancement/restoration projects and Natural Flood Management studies.
• Hydro-morphological studies and effects on aquatic organisms.
• WFD/Environmental Compliance studies.
• EIA studies for various development types.
• Pollution prevention advice including Water Management Plans and Environmental Clerk of Works duties.
• Applications for Environmental Permits for flood risk activities and Water Licences.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Driving licence

GIS experience

Education

MSc in Geography, Geomorphology, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Hydrochemistry or similar

Tools

GIS

Job description

Water Science Graduates are being recruited to join the AECOM Ireland Limited Environment team in Dublin, with a start window from January 2027 through to October 2027. The role focuses on water quality, hydrology, geomorphology and water resource management across public and private sectors, with immersion in major projects and client liaison.

The position offers a two-year Graduate ADVANCE programme, mentorship from senior team members, and a flexible hybrid working model designed to support