Senior Flood Risk Engineer in Birmingham

Job description

Job title: Senior Flood Risk Engineer Type: Contract Salary: Dependent on experience, skills and location An introduction to our unique company Waterman Aspen welcomes engineers and technical specialists to make their mark by working on some of the biggest infrastructure projects or in delivering professional services across the UK. We specialise in secondment services, providing the right people, with the right skills for the job, at the right time.Our diverse client base includes local authorities, consultancies, public bodies and construction companies. We take pride in supporting our colleagues throughout their careers. Were a people-centric organisation, placing mutual respect and dignity in the highest regard. This is reflected in our approach to issues such as mental health and wellbeing, family friendly policies, social value, and net zero. Were a Disability Confident Employer and an accredited Real Living Wage Employer. We have big ambitions for the future, and wed love for you to be part of it. Your career with Waterman Aspen Youll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as Senior Flood Risk Engineer will see you as a key member of the Water and Environment West team and you can expect: A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression Further exposure to your chosen industry - increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills The flexibility to broaden your horizons with each new secondment, without changing your employer Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice Regular social events and volunteering opportunities Experience required Essential: Experience in flood risk management and river engineering projects A sound understanding of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and full knowledge of the statutory functions relating to surface water drainage systems to support local planning authorities Working knowledge of relevant legislation, planning policy, best practice and design standards relating to SuDS and flood risk management Ability to work with key stakeholders, such as Risk Management Authorities and developers to seek positive outcomes through development Able to provide drainage and flood risk management advice from a regulatory perspective Desirable: A full UK driving licence Chartered or working towards chartered status Experience of working in Local Government Proficient at / knowledge of relevant hydraulic, GIS or hydrological software (e.g., Flood Modeller Pro/QGIS/FEH Handbook, MicroDrainage, AutoCAD where appropriate) Experience of working within or with public sector bodies, such as the Environment Agency, Local Drainage Boards and Lead Local Flood Authorities (LLFA)

Youll get this and so much more As a salaried colleague, youll get a salary in line with your experience, skills and location along with an industry-leading benefits package: Company car or car allowance Contribution to commuting mileage Permanent health insurance 25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more), in addition to the normal public holidays (based on a 40 hour week, pro rata for part-time colleagues) Company pension contribution Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits 1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community

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Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Birmingham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Profession type

Scientific Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English