Project Hydrologist

SLR has an exciting opportunity for an early career hydrologist to join our large team of water specialists delivering Environmental Impact Assessment Report chapters and Environmental Appraisals in support of renewables and electrical transmission projects. 
You will be joining a team which are already working on a range of nationally significant projects which are and will make a tangible contribution to our journey to Net Zero. The role presents an outstanding opportunity to join a close-knit team of hydrologists, drainage and flood management engineers and be part of a wider group which also comprises hydrogeologists, geomorphologists and geochemists. 
About us
SLR are global leaders in environmental and advisory solutions helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with over 3,000 employees across 6 regions, including well over 1,000 staff across Europe. Our ‘one team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development.
Along with competitive salaries, our people enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance, critical illness cover and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 days' annual leave, SLR offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, and our family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and family life. 
The role
Working alongside the existing team, we will support you in delivering the following duties:

• Preparing EIA Report and EA water environment assessments to support planning applications
• Undertaking Private Water Supply risk assessments
• Designing surface water and groundwater monitoring programmes
• Undertaking surface water and groundwater monitoring
• Supporting our geology team with peat probing
• Preparing Controlled Activity Regulation authorisation applications for water abstractions, effluent discharges, engineering activities and construction site licences
• Undertaking client liaison and project management

The preferred location is Edinburgh, but for those with relevant experience Stirling or Glasgow would be considered. We’d welcome applications from those wishing to return to work, or who would prefer agile or part-time working. 
About You
We are looking for someone with professional hydrology experience, alongside formal training in hydrology or earth sciences. 

• BSc in hydrology or earth sciences
• Practical experience managing and undertaking site investigations
• Good communication, report writing and data analysis skills
• Full UK driving licence

Whilst the role will be mostly office based there will be a need for site visits which may last for periods of up to 1 week.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 
SLR Consulting is committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) are at the core of who we are and who we choose to be. 
We embrace diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within and outside our organisation. We respect and celebrate difference to ensure SLR is a place where everyone feels included, is encouraged to be their authentic self and has opportunities to grow. Across Europe, our DE&I agenda is driven forward through our DE&I Committee, which actively promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion across both our internal processes and our client work. 
Globally, our Global Culture & Diversity Council brings together representatives from across our regions to share ideas and best practice that can be incorporated into our global policies, enabling greater transparency and supporting the development of an inclusive culture, inclusive approaches to policies and practices, and to personal behaviours. 
We welcome applications from everybody, regardless of their background, and particularly invite those from groups who are currently under-represented in our business to apply, such as women, ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ and disabled people