Graduate Environmental Consultant

Graduate Environmental ConsultantPermanent, Full time (40 hours)Competitive Salary, plus benefitsThe role provides a unique opportunity within a new and growing Environment Team at Aqua Consultants as we look to deliver a range of deliverables outright, support Aqua’s other Directorates and integrate with the wider A&A Group.As this is an emerging team it will suit and require a self-starter environmentalist who is willing to work in multidisciplinary settings and can display an adaptability, problem-solving and growth mindset. The individual will contribute ideas and their specialist environmental skills, knowledge and experience to improve the functioning of the team, services therefore contributing to our three-year business strategy – Mission25.The role therefore offers the chance for real autonomy, challenge and fulfilment by simultaneously shaping their own career whilst contributing meaningful change at a team and organisational level.What you'll be doing: Complete individual qualitative and quantitative environmental tasks and activities as directed by line management and senior colleagues to time, cost and quality.Contribute to the production of environmental project deliverables issued to clients to time, cost and quality.Liaise with project teams, clients, stakeholders and the public as required.Develop and maintain strong client relationships.Contribute to the development of the environmental services, offerings and team development.Contribute to and centralise within our SharePoint systems, environmental information and data.Attend and contribute to internal company and external client meetings.Contribute to business development activities including but not limited to: bids, proposals, tenders, marketing and publicity content.Represent the business according to the Aqua Values when attending conferences, networking, training and other events.What you'll need to bring:0-2 years experience of water-environmental management in the water or other asset owning sectors.A water-environmental related degree (undergraduate and/or postgraduate)Knowledge of and/or evidenced application in at least one of the following discipline and deliverable areas: environmental regulation, environmental assessments, environmental enabling of engineering and infrastructure design and delivery schemes, biodiversity net gain, natural capital accounting, nature-based solutions, blue-green infrastructure, catchment management, natural flood management, carbon accounting.A desire to understand the interactions with other directorates and disciplines at Aqua such as Asset Management, Engineering, Commercial and Strategic AdvisoryProficient with geospatial mapping (qGIS, ArcGIS etc)An ability to think creatively, problem solve and work with ambiguity.An ability to take initiative on tasks and project work.Aspiration or on the journey to Chartership level (CEnv and/or C.WEM)Hold a full UK driving licence.What we can offer you:Enhanced maternity,  paternity and adoption pay and leaveCompany pension Life assurance scheme (x4 salary)Medicare Cash Plan (includes cash payments towards dental, medical, therapeutic treatments) with the option to add up to 4 dependantsRefer a friend schemeEmployee assistance programme (access to GP appointments and mental health support)Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays Training and career progression opportunitiesWhy Aqua Consultants?We are a fast growing organisation with highly experienced staff at the heart of everything we do. We offer more than just a day job – Aqua offers very competitive salaries and a great working environment. You’ll be able to input into the development and growth of our business whilst we help you progress in your career.Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.Ready to set sail on a new career adventure? Apply now and dive deep into success with Aqua Consultants!