Fluvial Geomorphologist / Geomorphology Consultant (AWDO-P15377)


Company:	AWD online
Salary:	£35,000 to £42,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Working pattern:	Remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	3 Nov 2026
Closing date:	3 Dec 2026

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Summary

Fluvial Geomorphologist / Geomorphology Consultant

Shape practical river restoration and freshwater habitat solutions in a multidisciplinary consultancy. This opportunity suits a geomorphology professional with fluvial process knowledge, field assessment experience and GIS capability who enjoys taking evidence from concept through to delivery.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Geomorphologist, Hydromorphologist, Fluvial Geomorphology Consultant, Environmental Consultant, River Scientist, Catchment Scientist, Water Environment Consultant, Geomorphology Technical Specialist, River Restoration Consultant

Flexible remote working, professional development and technical ownership provide strong scope to shape both projects and career development.

SALARY: £35,000 - £42,000 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Remote working. Candidates can be based anywhere in the UK. However, this role will include site visits with some overnight stays, so flexibility to travel UK wide for field based work is essential

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will need to hold a Full Driving Licence (Pool / Hire Car provided when needed)

JOB OVERVIEW

This is an opportunity to shape practical river restoration solutions from assessment through to delivery.

The Fluvial Geomorphologist / Geomorphology Consultant will combine fieldwork, GIS, sediment analysis and restoration design with multidisciplinary collaboration.

Across varied freshwater projects, the Fluvial Geomorphologist / Geomorphology Consultant will turn evidence into robust interventions for rivers, floodplains and habitats.

The Fluvial Geomorphologist / Geomorphology Consultant will also support client relationships, proposals and on-site implementation, with scope to influence technical approaches and develop professionally.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Fluvial Geomorphologist / Geomorphology Consultant include:

• Geomorphological and Hydromorphological Assessment: Undertake assessments of river form, function and hydromorphological condition

• Field Surveys and Mapping: Conduct river surveys, geomorphological mapping and sediment assessments

• GIS and Spatial Analysis: Analyse LiDAR, GIS and topographic survey data to support evidence-led decisions

• River Restoration and Habitat Design: Develop practical restoration, naturalisation, floodplain reconnection and habitat enhancement strategies

• Fish Passage Support: Support the design and delivery of river connectivity and fish passage solutions

• Technical Reporting and Documentation: Prepare technical reports, restoration concepts, design documentation and supporting assessments

• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work with engineers, ecologists, fisheries specialists and hydraulic modellers to develop deliverable solutions

• Client and Stakeholder Liaison: Communicate with clients, regulators and stakeholders throughout project delivery

• Project Delivery and Construction Support: Contribute to feasibility, options appraisal, permitting, construction support and adaptive implementation

• Business Development and Proposals: Support tender preparation, technical proposals and wider business development activity

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Strong understanding of fluvial geomorphology, sediment processes and river system dynamics

• Previous experience undertaking river surveys, fieldwork and geomorphological assessments

• Proficiency in GIS and spatial data analysis

• Strong technical writing and communication skills

• Ability to develop practical and deliverable restoration solutions

• Understanding of relevant environmental regulations, policy and best practice

• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams

• Degree in Geomorphology, Geography, Environmental Science, Geology or a related discipline

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks and projects

• Full UK driving licence (pool / hire car provided when needed) and willingness to travel for fieldwork and meetings

DESIRABLE

• Experience contributing to river restoration or fish passage projects

• Experience interpreting hydraulic modelling outputs or working alongside hydraulic modellers

• Understanding of restoration delivery and construction support

• Chartered status or working towards chartership

BENEFITS

• Flexible remote working

• Technical ownership and influence over restoration approaches and project decisions

• Varied work combining fieldwork, analysis, design and delivery

• Exposure to practical implementation, construction support and adaptive restoration

• Opportunities to work on innovative, process-led restoration projects

• Collaborative technical environment supporting shared learning and professional development

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P15377

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Essential requirements

• Strong understanding of fluvial geomorphology, sediment processes and river system dynamics • Previous experience undertaking river surveys, fieldwork and geomorphological assessments • Proficiency in GIS and spatial data analysis • Strong technical writing and communication skills • Ability to develop practical and deliverable restoration solutions • Understanding of relevant environmental regulations, policy and best practice • Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams • Degree in Geomorphology, Geography, Environmental Science, Geology or a related discipline • Strong communication and collaboration skills • Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks and projects • Full UK driving licence (pool / hire car provided when needed) and willingness to travel for fieldwork and meetings

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