Fluvial Geomorphologist

Fluvial Geomorphologist

We are seeking a Fluvial Geomorphologist to join our consultancy team for the assessment, design and delivery of freshwater and tidal-related habitat restoration works including; river restoration, erosion control, infrastructure & dam repairs and wetland habitat enhancement. This is a full-time, permanent post.

This role can be based out of Breamore, Hampshire but with flexible working allowed for, including some working from home. The Company operates nationally, so the post will require occasional overnight stays.

This is an ideal opportunity for the professional development of river restoration and aquatic engineering, design skills within a committed, experienced and well-established team.

Cain Bio-Engineering is a specialist design/build company located in the rural Avon valley south of Salisbury on the edge of the New Forest National Park. We employ design consultants, engineers, surveyors’ and skilled site technicians to implement our projects and have a strong ethos of combining environmentally friendly techniques into the solutions we devise. We work for private and public sector clients including the

Environment Agency, Utilities, Councils and NGO’s.

The successful applicant will play a role in the company’s development plan with the aim of progressing to

Job Profile

Due to the varied nature of the role and tasks involved, close liaison with other members of the Consultancy and Operation teams is essential.

Consultancy
- Production of documents including high quality technical design drawings (GIS/CAD/Corel Draw), reports, proposals and cost estimates.
- Plan and undertake site investigations in and alongside waterways.
- Undertake/assist site topographical surveys (level, staff, etc).
- Project management including organisation of programme and maintaining project to time and to budget.
- Support and mentor assistant Consultants as required.

General
- Assist Directors and Senior Consultants with management tasks as required.
- Ensuring that work meets all relevant legislative standards including Health & Safety and environmental requirements.

Criteria
- A minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience working as a Fluvial Geomorphologist.
- Some existing working knowledge of the following disciplines: ecology, river engineering, river management, hydrology, surveying or river restoration.
- Use of Corel Draw and GIS packages and /or demonstrate an ability to quickly and competently learn new IT software packages _(in-house training will be provided)_.
- Competent writer of technical reports.
- Working knowledge of MS Office suite, including Word, Excel and Teams.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Able to organise and prioritise workload effectively in a multi-task environment.
- Physically fit and able to swim, work can involve walking for prolonged periods along riverbanks and in rivers/lakes/tidal zones.
- Full clean driving licence.
- Creative/articulate/innovative.

The following would be beneficial but not essential
- An environmental, engineering or science-based qualification.
- First Aid Qualification.

Excellent salary depending on suitability and experience.

Pension and Health Scheme upon completion of probationary period.

**Benefits**:

- 20 days of annual leave pro rata plus bank holidays.
- Company pension & Health insurance upon completion of probationary period.
- Uniform and PPE provided.
- Parking provided at office.
- Accommodation and subsistence allowance are provided when overnight stays are required.

“We are an equal opportunities employer”

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Fordingbridge, SP6 2AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)