Graduate Environmental Scientist - EIA (Bristol)
Join Jacobs as a Graduate Environmental Scientist - EIA (Bristol) and be part of a respected and ambitious company with excellent career prospects including international opportunities.
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact: Join the Jacobs Graduate Development Programme (GDP) and have a meaningful, positive impact on our environments, communities and societies. Bring your passion, your ingenuity and your vision.
The Graduate Development Programme is a structured two-year scheme designed to support your development at the start of your Jacobs career journey. Through a combination of blended learning, mentoring, progress reviews and networking, you will establish yourself as knowledgeable and competent across four key focus areas; human skills, consulting skills, champion our strategy and your passions.
About The Opportunity
Our Water and Environment Business Unit provides a focus for advising our clients on River Engineering and Flood Risk Management solutions. We are looking for a Graduate Scientist to join our Water Science team to support a range of projects for clients in major public and private sector organisations.
Key tasks will include:
* Planning and carrying out fieldwork, including River Condition Surveys as part of wider Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.
* Assisting with Fluvial Audits and Stream Reconnaissance Surveys
* Assisting with river restoration projects
* Undertaking Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Water Framework Directive (WFD) assessments to support a range of major infrastructure and flood risk management projects.
* Writing concise and logical reports including, for example, analysis of hydrological datasets and geomorphological assessments.
* Using and analysing various numerical datasets
* Working in GIS to analyse spatial data
* Identifying potential health and safety hazards of specific projects or work elements and demonstrating a commitment to your own safety and that of those around you.
What you'll need:
* Be working towards a relevant Degree or Master’s level qualification in environmental science related degrees
* A flexible self-starter who is keen to drive your career forward
* Adaptable to change, with a thirst for learning new things
* You must have the permanent right to work in the UK
What we provide:
* A flexible workstyle, embracing a hybrid working pattern and supporting those who need to balance work/life commitments a bit differently than others
* Free single medical cover and digital GP service
* Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships
* A focus on safety, health, and wellbeing, prioritising our people through a culture of caring and positive mental health champion network
* Opportunities to give back to our communities through our Collectively program, incorporating matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
Jacobs is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace culture.
Jacobs is a disability confident employer and will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy.
#J-18808-Ljbffr