Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We work across the entire water cycle, with utilities, local and regional governments, commercial and domestic water users and other partners. From designing and maintaining key water infrastructure to advising on natural catchments and flood defences, we help clients to consider the long-term economic, environmental and social dimensions of their proposals.

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The Opportunity

We are looking for a wastewater hydraulic modeller to enhance our team. You will be joining a multi-disciplinary technical delivery team working on a wide variety of projects with local and international clients. These include wastewater and stormwater catchment modelling studies (including WINEP/NEP and storm overflows) and developing solutions of all kinds. We design and build frameworks, ensuring you see your solutions developed from cradle to grave including SuDS / Nature based solutions.  Every person is guided and mentored in their career path and encouraged to work towards being the best that they can be. Every year we invest in our people to allow them to pursue new ideas, and to develop a forward-thinking team at the forefront of innovation.

We invest in our own bespoke research every year, often working in partnerships, to develop our knowledge, author industry guidance, and build digital tools and products.  You will become a part of our global modelling centre of excellence in Cardiff/Bristol alongside peers and expert modellers. This is an opportunity to work on a broad range of UK projects at all stages including strategic advice, catchment and city level planning, concept and detailed solutions, and post construction evaluation. 

Is this role right for you?

You will become a part of our global modelling centre of excellence in Cardiff/Bristol alongside peers and expert modellers. You will have the opportunity to; deliver wastewater network modelling projects, including model build and flow survey verification. Delivering to industry standards and specifications; Use 1D hydraulic models for risk analysis and develop solutions for water quality and flood risk benefits including storm overflows and wastewater treatment works; Develop wastewater network / catchment survey specifications and liaise with survey sub-contractors.

You will be a part of our modelling centre of excellence and embedded in our global training programme; Work with our local multi-disciplinary expert water team, delivering holistic catchment solutions with a strong focus on nature based solutions; Develop technical reports, models, business cases (including multi-capitals), supporting calculations, and other key modelling deliverables; Work closely with and present to our clients. Present results, Use digital tools to enhance, optimise and automate our offering.

We are looking for qualifications, skills and knowledge in the following:

Practical skill in hydraulic modelling techniques within the UK water industry, specifically using InfoWorks ICM including Level 1 UPM water quality modelling. Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related discipline, working towards chartership with an appropriate organisation Some track record of successfully delivering water projects in the UK, including collaboration with private/public sector clients and regulators.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Kylie O’Hanlon  - kylie.ohanlon@arup.com. Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.

If this role is not quite what you are looking for but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community;  https://arupwhg.avature.net/talent  where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Kylie O’Hanlon at kylie.ohanlon@Arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, please visit  Recruitment process - Arup

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Closing Date: 13-01-25