RPS Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
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RPS, Tetra Tech continue to grow, and we are now looking to reinforce our Water Consultancy business across our Sheffield, Derby, Newcastle, and London Offices, with Graduate Wastewater Engineers & Modellers.
This is an exciting and unrivaled opportunity to develop and progress in an environment where your efforts and talent are recognised. We are looking at a start dates throughout 2026.
Virtual Graduate Assessment Centre
We Will Be Hosting a Virtual Graduate Assessment Centre On The 20 Th Of January. The Day Will Last From 9.25 To Around 16.00, And Involve
* Welcome Presentation
* Group Presentation Exercise
* Technical Assessment
* Individual Interview
The Graduate roles available in the strategy team will combine office/home-based working alongside professionals who are at the forefront of the industry, with opportunities to complete site work where required for data collection.
Career Pathways Available For Candidates Joining Us Include
* Engineering
* Modelling
Friendly, open and a willingness to learn and develop are all things that will help you be successful in this role.
We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas to positively shape the impacts of our client's projects. We are looking out for people who take opportunities, those who are keen to learn and develop, intelligent risk-takers who are not scared to try new things, and who adapt and move quickly.
Responsibilities
Your Responsibilities (variable depending on your career pathway):
* Data handling and analysis of large datasets
* Statistical analysis of data
* Preparation of factual and interpretative reports
* Construction and maintenance of statistical models
* Client and stakeholder engagement and management
* Provide input to development, maintenance and documentations of bespoke software tools and applications
* Use of GIS, including software such as QGIS and ArcGIS
About You
* A degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science, and GIS
* Modules covering wastewater, hydraulics, GIS or flood risk are desirable but not essential
* Good communication skills and written English
* Ability to work in a team to solve problems that matter
* Computing skills including previous experience of Excel
What’s in it for you?
The Early Career Professionals (ECP) Programme Is Available To Those Who Have Recently Joined RPS Water Consulting. The Aim Is To Empower And Grow Our Employees, Helping Them To Progress And Develop Professionally. RPS Is Committed To Helping You Launch a Successful And Rewarding Career. Our ECP Programme Is Designed To Give You The Strongest Possible Start At RPS, With a Range Of Opportunities That Include
* Two-Day Residential Workshop
* Institute of Water’s Introduction to the UK Water Industry
* Leadership and Management Training Days
* Technical Skill Development
* Office-Based Peer Groups
A career here is far from ordinary. Here you’re not a number, you are part of the solution.
Why RPS?
We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.
About RPS, a Tetra Tech Company
RPS, part of Tetra Tech since January 2023, is a global firm that defines, designs, and manages projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s 28,000-strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities.
As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market‑leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.
Come and join our team and truly make a difference in the future of water!
What happens next?
Upon reviewing your CV, we will be in touch. If this opportunity suits your career journey, we’d love to hear from you. All applications will be considered. Ready to apply? Please have your CV and cover letter ready and continue with your application online.
Recruitment Agencies
We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.
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