Hydraulic Modeller

Location:

Newbury (RG20) – Berkshire, South East, United Kingdom

Salary:

£33000 – £37000 per annum

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Engineering Jobs

Other Industries & Skills: 

Civil

Advertiser:

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Job ID:

132362615

Posted On: 

19 October 2025

Job Title: Hydraulic Modeller

Ref. No.: CJD171025A

Location: Newbury

Salary: GBP33,000 – GBP37,000

This is an excellent opportunity to join my client, an industry-leading, eco-conscious Multidisciplinary Company, renowned for lending their expertise to the transport, infrastructure, and environmental landscapes. They are actively seeking a capable, experienced Hydraulic Modeller who is willing to take on a variety of projects alongside an established team of professionals, based near the scenic, historical town of Newbury.

Benefits for the role of Hydraulic Modeller include (but are not limited to):

* A competitive salary (commensurate with the experience and skills you bring to the role)
* Company Pension Scheme
* Generous annual leave entitlement
* Flexible/hybrid working opportunities
* Commitment to your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) within the company
* A close-knit team, within a collaborative working environment
* Access to a number of exciting, high-profile projects

Responsibilities for the role of Hydraulic Modeller Developer include:

* Creating models using software packages such as Flood Modeller Pro and Tuflow
* Producing Flood Risk Assessments (FRA), Flood Consequence Assessments, Drainage Strategies, etc.
* Working on Nutrient Neutrality Assessments, hydrological assessments, natural flood management, re-wilding, and wetland management projects
* Supporting colleagues, producing technical reports based on the data collated collaboratively
* Liaising closely with clients and other stakeholders, across the public and private sectors

Required skills and experience for the role of Hydraulic Modeller include:

* Hold an initial or higher Degree in Civil Engineering or Hydrology (or a similar, relevant discipline)
* Experience of working in a hydraulic modelling/flood risk role, within a UK-based consultancy setting
* High proficiency in the use of relevant software systems, including Flood Modeller Pro and Tuflow
* Excellent working knowledge of hydrology, including experience of having worked on hydrological projects for residential and commercial projects
* Have a keen interest in flood risk and drainage, including Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)
* Experience of working closely with a range of clients and other stakeholders
* Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
* Keen interest in data interpretation and manipulation, particularly when applied to report-writing
* Hold a valid UK driving licence

Desirable skills and experience for the role of Hydraulic Modeller include:

* Good knowledge of the local area and surrounding region
* A keen interest in climate change and its effects on water-based environments

If you are interested in the role of Hydraulic Modeller, please do not hesitate to contact Caroline Davis at Penguin Recruitment. Please also see our website for a range of other roles currently available. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy.

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