Job Description

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.

Application Deadline: 2 June 2025

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Pay: 29,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Work from home
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Street, WS13 7AA