Assistant Engineer

Job Description Overview

Due to continued growth in the workload of our successful Water business, we seek to recruit Clean Water Modellers to our Belfast office. The successful candidate will join a team of geographers, GIS specialists and engineers and play a key role in delivering to a range of Clients including Water Companies, Local Authorities, developers with the potential to get involved with International projects.

The Networks and Drainage team carries out a range of projects related to water, including the outline design of water supply networks and trunk mains. This typically involves undertaking feasibility studies/projects using computer modelling, analysis to support operational and environmental recommendations or other interventions. You may be required as part of a team to undertake small field tests which involves the deployment of logging equipment at key locations on the water network to collate flow and pressure information.

Undertaking Water Quality Sampling work. Experience/Awareness of network modelling, field testing and civil engineering would be advantageous but not essential as full on the job training will be provided.

• Development of computer models to investigate problems and generation of outline solutions.
• Analysis of data.
• Support development of reports and other project deliverables.
• Undertake site surveys and walkovers.
• Undertake small field tests throughout the country as part of a team.
• Prepare (and adhere to) health and safety risk assessments.

• BSc/BEng/MEng degree level, engineering, geography, GIS, Science related subject or equivalent considered.
• Consideration will be given to HNC, HND level qualification in similar subjects (opportunities to work towards qualifications can be discussed and supported for the right candidate).
• Mathematics and English at GCSE/SN5 or equivalent (or higher) Grade
  
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• Interest in the water environment and sustainability and desire to apply your skills to the challenges the water environment faces.
• Team player.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills – oral and written.
• Proactive self‑starter.
• Desire to learn and develop technically and work towards a professional qualification.
• UK driving licence & access to personal car.

• Any prior experience of similar work in areas such as water and drainage.
• Experience of Infoworks Pro software.
• Understanding of the water cycle.
• Geographic information systems (Map Info/ArcGIS).
• Visual Basic or other programming skills (e.g. Python).
• Knowledge and experience of computer modelling principles.
• CSCS / EUSR Water Hygiene Training/Training.

You will be looking to learn and develop technically, working towards a professional qualification. They will be self‑motivated and demonstrate an ability to work with others in a variety of project roles. You will have a proactive, co‑operative and helpful attitude to colleagues and clients. A self‑motivating, reliable and consistent approach to work is essential. Practically minded with a problem‑solving nature.

Acceptance of responsibility for work carried out. A flexible and adaptable approach to work is required.

• Competitive salaries.
• Employee rewards.
• Brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices.
• Opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
• Hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you  vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria.