Location
Cardiff, Manchester and Derby Offices. Other offices may be considered subject to candidate preferences.

Hours
Flexible working arrangements with no fixed 9 ‘till 5, no requirement for a 5-day week or full-time contract. Hybrid and remote working supported.

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Be part of the solution and help shape the future of our water environment. As a Junior Freshwater Ecologist within AtkinsRéalis’ Water Management Consultancy, you will influence environmental outcomes for freshwater systems at the project level and beyond. You will deliver river and wetland environmental assessments and support the restoration and enhancement of aquatic systems, producing tangible improvements within river catchments across the UK and overseas. Working within a friendly, innovative, and inclusive team, you will collaborate closely with environmental, planning, and engineering colleagues, gaining exposure to a wide range of projects including water resource investigations, infrastructure planning, habitat management, and design. Our consultancy operates at the interface between people and the water environment, offering services in aquatic ecology, hydromorphology, river restoration, flood and coastal erosion risk management, integrated catchment management, regulation and assurance, strategic asset management, water quality planning, hydrogeology, climate resilience, natural capital, Biodiversity Net Gain assessment, and economic appraisal. AtkinsRéalis is a global leader in design, engineering and project management, committed to technical excellence, innovation, and creating a diverse and flexible workforce. We support your career growth through professional development and offer a culture that values wellbeing, inclusivity, and work-life balance. This role may require security clearance, which will be discussed if applicable during the interview process.

Experience
Experience undertaking river and wetland habitat and species surveys. Familiarity with aquatic ecology assessment procedures and relevant UK and EU nature conservation legislation. Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams and delivering technical consultancy services is desirable.

About you
A highly motivated and proactive individual with a flexible, hands-on approach. Skilled at collaborative working with good interpersonal and communication skills. Able to manage your own time and workload effectively while working independently and as part of a wider team. Excellent report writing and presentation skills. Comfortable applying your skills in a commercial environment and prepared to take on new challenges.

Qualifications
A degree in a relevant discipline with a strong focus on freshwater ecology. Numerate, literate and proficient with IT and software appropriate to the role, such as GIS, Excel, and other Microsoft products. Commitment to continuing professional development.