Student Placement – Agricultural Consultant
Rsk Group
12-month student placement supporting agricultural consultants with farm advice
23 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Remote, UK
Hybrid
Company Size
15,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Environmental services
Engineering services
Technical services
Environmental consultancy
Energy solutions
Water services
Infrastructure services
Mining services
Sector Specialisms
Water
Energy
Infrastructure
Urban Development
Mining
Waste
Renewable Energy
Solar
Role
What you would be doing
report writing
data analysis
mapping software
modelling
farm visits
infrastructure design
- Report writing for ADAS clients
- Support senior consultants in the provision of agricultural, environmental and farm business advice
- Carry out background research, literature reviews and data analysis
- Attend training events and conferences and build both personal and team profile and represent ADAS
- Build internal and external contacts and develop own experience and expertise
- Attending farm visits to support the delivery of tailored advice and practical solutions
- Undertake farm/site visits - engage directly with farms, agricultural enterprises, and rural sites to provide hands-on consultancy and support.
- Use ADAS mapping software and modelling packages
- Farm infrastructure advice including slurry storage and design of biobeds/pesticide handling systems
- Accompany lead consultants to client meetings and presentations. Contribute to sales and business development, writing proposals and tenders
What you bring
microsoft office
agri engineering
farm management
driving licence
analytical skills
teamwork
- Demonstrate positive thinking and a commercial approach to contracts
- Willingness to learn, seeking assistance when required, working as part of a team and be self-driven
- Good numerical, research and analytical skills
- Computer literate and familiar with Microsoft office programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Agricultural engineering and mechanisation advice
- Farm business management and Agri-Environment advice and applications
- An understanding of UK agricultural practice and business issues
- Full driving licence and own transport
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- A benefits programme which includes discounted gym membership and staff discount scheme
- Health cash plan and access to mental health support
- A wide range of training opportunities available
- When required to work at locations which require you to stay away from home the company will pay subsistence and accommodation rates within normal company policies
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Mileage rate of 45p per mile for the use of own vehicle, subject to having the necessary business insurance cover
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Company
Overview
Founded 1989
Year Established
The company was established in 1989 in Aberdeen.
Revenue £2Billion
Annual Revenue
Achieved nearly £2 billion in revenue in fiscal 2024.
5Billion Target
Growth Plan
Aims to reach £5 billion in revenue by 2030.
100+ Acquisitions
Company Growth
Grown through over 100 acquisitions across multiple continents.
- Headquartered in Cheshire, the business serves critical sectors like water, energy, infrastructure, environmental consultancy and civil engineering.
- Projects range from river culvert surveys to solar farm biodiversity studies and large‑scale water treatment facilities.
- Known for high‑profile acquisitions—like Black & Veatch’s UK/Asia water arm and WysePower site‑services—which broadened its technical scope.
- Also operates specialist units in geoscience, marine environmental engineering, research and on‑site technical delivery.
- Promoting a learning culture in a positive working environment
- Employ, develop and reward talented individuals
- Entrepreneurial but caring and compassionate approach to business
- Health and safety is our top priority
- Employee‑owned business committed to strong, predictable financial performance
- Promoting the concept of sustainability in all that we do
- Transparency is the first step in tackling the asbestos crisis in schools
50% Scope 1 Emissions
Reduction Target by FY2030
Aims to reduce Scope 1 emissions by half compared to the FY2020 baseline by 2030.
100% Renewable Electricity
Global Offices by 2030
Commitment to power global offices entirely with renewable energy by 2030, up from 57.1% in 2020.
42% Scope 3 Emissions
Reduction by FY2030
Targets a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, including fuel, energy, travel, and commuting, by 2030.
80% Top Suppliers
with SBTi-Target Alignment by 2027
80% of top suppliers (by emissions) will have targets aligned with the Science-Based Targets Initiative by the end of 2027.
- Surpassed 5% annual carbon intensity reduction target for the second consecutive year, achieving a 26% reduction in intensity between FY20 and FY23.
- Procured 70 electric vehicles (EVs) in FY24 and installed over 50 EV charge points in the UK.
- 88% of UK-controlled sites on green energy tariffs by the end of FY24, up from 62% previously.
- Plans to halve Scope 1 emissions and achieve zero waste-to-landfill, with KPIs for resource use and a 50% reduction in plastic use by 2030.
500 Directors
Diversity in Executive Leadership
The company aims to achieve improved diversity in executive leadership by 2030, targeting representation of ~500 directors across all levels.
200+ Members
LGBTQ+ Network
The ‘RSK with Pride’ LGBTQ+ network actively supports the community with 200+ members and allies within the organization.
- Ambition to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly
- EDI working group (including board members) and dedicated EDI team
- FY24/25 EDI targets: begin diversity profiling, strategy for improvement, inclusive-recruitment and leadership training
- Employee-run Neurodiversity Network supporting ADHD Awareness Month and Dyslexia Awareness Week
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