Assistant Flood Risk Consultant

Assistant Flood Risk Consultant

Full Time

£29-£35k pa depending on experience

Contributory Pension

33 days holiday per annum, rising to 38 after 5 years service

Career Development

Based in Midlands - Largely remote working but there will be visits to an office(WS13 7AA)

Do you want a career with a specialist company that is helping communities to become more resilient to climate change?

If you

• Have a degree in Environmental Science, Geography, Building Surveying, Civil Engineering or similar.
• Want a mixture of site and office-based work.
• Enjoy the challenge of creating solutions to mitigate the risk of flooding.
• Would like to work on projects in the water environment with a diverse range of clients.
• Like to work independently but with the support of a close-knit friendly team.
• Are seeking structured training and experience towards a professional qualification.

Then apply for an Assistant Flood Risk Consultant role with RAB.

What you will be doing:

• Surveying buildings at risk from flooding to recommend Property Flood Resilience measures.
• Assessing flood risk from any source using existing data.
• Walking our rivers and coast to inspect flood risk assets.
• Conducting appropriate surveys and tests (e.g., photographic surveys, topographic surveys).
• Writing reports with appropriate conclusions and recommendations using plain English.

What you will need:

• The ability and willingness to travel and work anywhere the UK.
• Have good personal drive to succeed with a willingness to learn.
• Have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Have strong organisational skills.
• Have a desire to help and be empathetic to individuals and communities affected by flooding.
• Be competent in the use of relevant IT software.

We will consider applicants with relevant experience who are seeking a new challenge, full training will be provided.

What we offer our employees:

• Competitive salaries.
• Hybrid home/office working facilities and flexible hours.
• Structured training through the RAB Academy with support to achieve relevant formal qualifications and professional status (E.g., CIWEM, ICE, RICS)
• Recognition of achievements and career progression opportunities.
• A friendly and supportive team, open to new ideas and innovation.

To apply:

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity to join our growing company then send a CV and covering letter through this advert to Joy Burton, stating why you feel you are suitable for this role, together with your current salary and/or your salary expectations.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE