Consultant – Water Quality

Overview

Role: Consultant – Water QualityLocation: Bristol (hybrid working)Salary range: £28,000 - £36,000 per annum plus benefitsOur vision is to create a safe and sustainable world. The Water and Environment practice of Ricardo Energy and Environment offers a comprehensive range of specialist services within the environmental consultancy sector. We work with clients across the public and private sectors, including the European Commission, government, water companies and developers. We are looking for a consultant to join our Water team to support novel and cutting-edge projects. We provide environmental monitoring and assessment support to water companies, airports, developers and other organisations where high-quality data capture and analysis inform environmental assessments.The successful candidate will join our team working across projects in water, ecology and environmental impact assessment, with opportunities to collaborate with other parts of the business to develop a portfolio of water-related projects that complement other environmental assessments.

Key Responsibilities

Fieldwork lead for water quality surveys in surface water and groundwater environmentsData collection through site surveys and monitoring programmesData processing, analysis, interpretation and visualisation using Excel and GISDesk studies, literature reviews, option appraisals, impact assessment and reportingMonitoring programme coordination, including laboratory suppliers and resource managementProject management

Essential

Key competencies and experience

Bachelors (2.1 or above) and ideally a postgraduate degree in a relevant subjectUnderstanding of the UK water industry – at least 2 yearsExtensive experience using Excel and GIS packages (such as ArcGIS and QGIS)Experience of reviewing and interpreting datasets with strong analytical skillsEffective report writing skillsAbility to fault find and solve problems in challenging environmentsEffective time management skillsWillingness to learn from contributing to a broad range of fieldwork and office-based tasksA full UK driver’s licence

Advantageous

Experience leading survey teams in challenging river and estuarine environmentsExperience of airside work at UK airportsWater safety trainingGIS skillsPowerboat licence

Skills and Behaviours

Excellent teamworkStrong communication and attention to detailEnthusiastic, eager to learn and able to adapt across projectsExcellent report writingAmbitious, self-motivated to thrive in a busy environmentGood IT skills (Microsoft Office, internet, email and GIS)Self-organised

Working here

We foster an inclusive culture where every voice matters and diversity is welcomed. You will be supported to find your place and make a positive impact through projects that help communities become safer and more sustainable.

Work life balance

We offer flexible work arrangements including home, office, or hybrid options. Wellbeing is central to our culture to help employees flourish and reach their potential.

Benefits

Remuneration and benefits reflect your value, including:25 days of annual leave plus 8 flexible bank holidaysCompetitive company pensionLife assuranceProfessional subscriptions reimbursementFlexible benefits to suit your lifestyle

Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We are recognised as a disability-confident employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Next steps

After you submit your application, a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch. Timings vary based on application volume, and we may begin reviewing applications before the closing date. If you require any adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please contact recruit@ricardo.com.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

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