Assistant Flood Risk Consultant (Bedford based)

Assistant Flood Risk Consultant (Bedford)

Do you want a career with a specialist company that is helping communities prepare for and become more resilient to climate change?

If You…

  • Want a mixture of site and office-based work throughout the UK.
  • Enjoy the challenge of creating bespoke solutions to mitigate the risk of property flooding.
  • Would like to work on projects in the built environment with a diverse range of clients.
  • Like to work independently but with the support of a close-knit friendly team.
  • Are seeking support, training and experience towards a professional qualification.

Then why not apply for an Assistant Flood Risk role with RAB?

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Supporting the delivery of Property Flood Resilience (PFR) projects across the United Kingdom.
  • Surveying buildings at risk from flooding to identify routes of water ingress, recommend PFR measures and complete post installation surveys to confirm correct installation of PFR measures.
  • Assess flood risk from any source using existing data and conduct appropriate surveys and tests (e.g., photographic surveys, topographic surveys).
  • Identify risks arising from installing PFR measures, including build-up of toxic gas from heating appliances and from Radon and landfill sources.
  • Write reports with appropriate conclusions and recommendations using plain English.
  • Support the production of health & safety and contract documents (specifications, bill of quantities, CDM risk assessments, Pre-Construction Information etc.)
  • Deliver projects to specified quality, time, and expenditure, feeding back challenges or opportunities to maximise business.
  • Supporting other areas of the business, providing business as usual and post flooding asset inspections for the Environment Agency and Lead Local Flood Authorities.

What You Will Need:

  • The ability and willingness to travel and work anywhere in the UK.
  • Have good personal drive to succeed with a willingness to learn.
  • Have good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Have strong organisational skills.
  • Have a desire to help and be empathetic to individuals and communities affected by flooding.
  • Be competent in the use of relevant IT software. 
  • We will consider applicants with relevant experience who are seeking a new challenge, full training will be provided.

Our Employee Benefits:

  • Competitive salaries.
  • Hybrid home/office working facilities and flexible hours.
  • Structured training through the RAB Academy with support to achieve relevant formal qualifications and professional status (E.g., CIWEM, ICE, RICS)
  • Recognition of achievements and career progression opportunities.
  • 25 days annual leave, increasing with long service up to 30 days, plus bank holidays.
  • Additional social value day to support local communities.
  • A friendly and supportive team, open to new ideas and innovation.

To Apply:

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity to join our growing company, then send a cover letter and CV to: andy.mchugh@rabconsultants.co.uk