Graduate Defence Safety Consultant

Tetra Tech RPS 2026 Graduate Scheme: Your Launchpad to a Consultancy Career
Join our two-year Graduate Scheme and kickstart your career with hands-on experience, expert mentorship, and a tailored development plan. You'll work on a variety of real-world projects, develop both technical and professional skills, and be encouraged to share your ideas and shape your future.

The Role
We're seeking talented graduates to join our Defence Safety team in Basingstoke. You'll work alongside experienced engineers and contribute to the design and delivery of defence equipment across land sea and air. This ranges from cutting edge unmanned air systems to high risk airborne equipment and diving projects that respond to the challenges of the evolving safety and security world we find ourselves in. You'll be joining a collaborative team of defence safety professionals within a high-performing consultancy. With decades of experience and a reputation for technical excellence, our business spans: Independent Safety Audit, Safety Management Systems, Hazard Analysis, Hazard Log construction / maintenance, Safety Case and Safety Case Report development.

Your Impact In This Position
As a Graduate Defence Safety Consultant, you'll play a key role in supporting the technical delivery of projects. You'll gain hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle—from concept design to in-service operations.

You'll collaborate across disciplines, attend client meetings and site visits, and contribute to the production of safety arguments. With mentorship from senior engineers and access to a structured development programme, you'll build the skills, confidence, and experience needed to progress toward chartership and beyond.

MANDATORY Qualification Requirements
Have, or be on course for achieving, a relevant degree in one of the following subjects:

• Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/ Electronic Engineering, Aeronautical / Aerospace Engineering.

What To Expect

• Mentorship & Support: Learn from experienced professionals and receive guidance from a dedicated technical mentor in your chosen discipline.
• Structured Learning: Benefit from a blend of formal training, project-based learning, and self-directed study.
• Personal Development: Build your consultancy skills through a mix of technical and interpersonal training, with regular feedback and reviews.
• Community: Start with a central induction alongside your graduate peers and become part of a collaborative, supportive network.

Programme Highlights

• Central induction and ongoing support from your line manager and mentor.
• In-depth technical training in your core discipline, plus exposure to 15 technical and 8 interpersonal topics.
• Quarterly development reviews to track your progress.
• Opportunities to shadow senior colleagues and contribute to diverse projects.

Your Pathway:
If you wish to explore a different discipline at the end of the programme, we'll consider this based on your interests and business requirements.

Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Partnership
As part of the scheme, you'll have access to the CMI Foundation Chartered Manager pathway through flexible, online Bite Size programs. Choose from a range of topics—including Managing Change, Leading in a Digital Age, Conflict Resolution, Project Management, and Data-Driven Decision Making—to build your leadership and management skills.

Application and Selection Process
To apply for the Tetra Tech RPS 2026 Graduate Scheme, candidates must submit an up-to-date CV detailing their academic background, relevant experience, and motivation for joining the programme. All applications will be acknowledged upon receipt.

Following initial screening, shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an online assessment designed to evaluate key competencies and problem-solving skills relevant to consultancy work. Those who progress beyond this stage will be invited to attend a final assessment, which will take the form of either an in-person interview or an assessment centre, depending on location and discipline.

The closing date for applications in this round is
30th November 2025
. We encourage early submissions to ensure full consideration.

Ready to build your expertise and shape your future? Apply now and start your journey with TetraTech RPS.
Why join Tetra Tech RPS?
At Tetra Tech RPS, our people are our success. We thrive on solving the problems that matter—whether in urbanisation, natural resources, or sustainability. With a collaborative culture, agile working, and access to some of the brightest minds in the industry, we empower our teams to deliver exceptional outcomes while building fulfilling careers.

In 2023, RPS became part of Tetra Tech, a global leader in consulting and engineering with 30,000 employees across 550 offices in 120+ countries. Together, we combine deep local expertise with global reach, delivering science-led solutions to complex challenges in water, environment, infrastructure, and clean energy. Join us and be part of a connected, forward-thinking community that's shaping a better future.

Recruitment Agencies
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