Fluvial Geomorphologist

Description

• Displaying and promoting a 'safety first' attitude in line with WSP's health and safety policy and procedures
• River Condition Assessment for Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), including data analysis, reporting and identifying enhancements to achieve net gain
• Fluvial audits to inform catchment management options to improve river form and function
• Geomorphology and WFD assessment of flood alleviation schemes and major linear infrastructure projects
• Developing new methods for hydromorphology assessment.
• Fluvial geomorphology studies for a diverse project portfolio
• Erosion monitoring on active dynamic rivers
• Channel design for river diversions
• Supporting the Hydromorphology Service Line Lead and the wider team in delivering our technical services to both internal and external clients.
• Working collaboratively with other sectors/disciplines to deliver aspects of a wide range of challenging and engaging projects.
• Exploring natural flood management and natural capital opportunities

Requirements

• Experience of the planning system and contribution to ES water chapters and WFD assessments
• BSc degree in a relevant field. A relevant postgraduate degree would also be desirable (e.g. geomorphology, environmental science, catchment management) plus relevant experience or PhD in geomorphology
• Excellent understanding of fluvial geomorphological processes and WFD
• Chartered membership of a relevant professional institution, or ability to demonstrate active pursuit of chartership
• Undertaking and supervising the production of high-quality client and public-facing deliverables, demonstrated through excellence in communication and an ability to present the visualisation and interpretation of complex data.
• Experience of project and budget management
• A proven track record of applied Fluvial Geomorphology, including demonstrable knowledge of river types, sediment dynamics, and hydraulics

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance