Assistant/Junior Consultant

Job Description Overview We are seeking enthusiastic Assistant and Junior Consultants to join our growing Water Management Consultancy team in Ireland. This role is ideal for candidates with an interest in freshwater environmental science who want to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges relating to rivers, lakes, wetlands, groundwater and catchments. Successful candidates will support a diverse range of projects across Ireland and the UK, working alongside specialists in freshwater ecology, hydrology, hydrogeology, water quality, hydromorphology and catchment management. The role provides broad exposure across the water environment sector while also offering opportunities to develop technical specialisms aligned with individual interests, experience and business needs. Your role Depending on your background and interests, responsibilities may include: Water quality data collection and interpretation. Hydrological and environmental data management and assessment. Groundwater and hydrogeological investigations. River habitat, hydromorphological and geomorphological surveys and assessments. Freshwater ecological and hydro-ecological assessments. Catchment characterisation and environmental analysis. Literature reviews and evidence gathering. Supporting Water Framework Directive (WFD), Appropriate Assessment (AA), Natura Impact Statement (NIS), Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) and other environmental assessments. Assisting with river restoration, fish passage, natural flood management and catchment management projects. Preparation of technical reports, figures, presentations and client deliverables. Working within multidisciplinary project teams delivering infrastructure and environmental projects. About you We welcome applications from candidates with degrees in disciplines such as: Freshwater or Aquatic Ecology. Environmental Science. Environmental Management. Hydrology. Hydrogeology. Geology. Earth Sciences. Physical Geography. Environmental Engineering. Water Resources Management. Catchment Science River Science. Geomorphology. Natural Sciences. Other relevant environmental disciplines. Essential Requirements A relevant degree (BSc, BEng, MSc or equivalent). Strong interest in freshwater environments and water-related environmental issues. Knowledge or academic experience in one or more of the following: Freshwater ecology. Hydrology. Hydrogeology. Water quality. Hydromorphology or fluvial geomorphology. Catchment management. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. Full driving licence (or willingness to obtain one). Desirable Experience Experience, knowledge or interest in any of the following would be advantageous: Water Framework Directive (WFD). River Basin Management Planning. Freshwater biodiversity. Water quality monitoring and assessment. Statistical, analytical or data-processing techniques. Hydrological or hydraulic modelling. Groundwater assessment. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). Appropriate Assessment (AA). River restoration and fish passage. Nature-based solutions. Natural flood management. Environmental legislation and policy. N.B. Applicants are not expected to have knowledge, skills or experience across all of the disciplines listed above. We are seeking candidates with a strong interest and foundation in one or more areas who are motivated to learn and develop further . Rewards & benefits Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries and a brilliant range of health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle benefits. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture, international remote working opportunities, and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. Be rewarded. Find out more. About AtkinsRéalis We're AtkinsRéalis , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more. Additional information 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. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis , we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.