Trainee Researcher
Posted 4 hours ago by Qube Recruitment
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team in a dynamic sector. Our client is seeking a Trainee Project Researcher to help produce detailed Risk Assessments and other desk-top studies. As part of the team, you will help deliver high-quality projects, meeting both contract specifications and budgetary targets.
Person Specification:
- A degree in History, Geography, or a similarly related field.
- Strong report writing skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proven analytical and research abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office software suite.
- Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure.
- A flexible, adaptable mindset and a team-player attitude.
- Some familiarity with GIS and Cartography are desirable but not essential.
The Job:
- Learning to conduct research, write, and compile Risk Assessments (RAs) and Site Specific Safety Instructions (SSSIs).
- Reviewing and providing feedback on reports prepared by other researchers.
- Assisting with ad-hoc research for internal projects as needed.
- Maintaining, updating, and improving both the Desktop Report Database and Map and Historical Database.
- Conducting periodic archive visits to retrieve additional historical data.
- Managing archival records to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Raising invoices for research reports.
- Flagging potential delays or delivery issues to management promptly.
- Liaising with clients to confirm that project scopes and report expectations are met.
- Delivering consistent, high-quality reports that adhere to company and industry standards, including CIRIAC681.
- Supporting the team with special projects when needed.
- Collaborating with the Commercial and Operations teams to identify follow-up work opportunities.
- Assisting in the continuous improvement of report layouts and methodologies.
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Continuous training and development
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Medical cash back plan
- Death in service scheme
This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment with ongoing professional development. If you have a passion for research and a desire to contribute to important projects, we would love to hear from you!
- Type:
- Permanent
- Start Date:
- Asap
- Contract Length:
- N/A
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- Job Reference:
- TR/SG/GILL
- Job ID:
- 222567032
- Applications:
- Be first to apply
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