Your new company
An established, independent environmental consultancy with over 40 years’ experience advising public and private sector organisations across the UK. They provide high quality, practical and cost-effective solutions to complex environmental challenges, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and environmental protection.Operating through a multidisciplinary team of specialists, the business delivers a wide range of services including environmental permitting, planning and environmental impact assessment, waste and mineral development, contaminated land, geotechnical engineering and water management.The organisation is recognised for its technical expertise, commercial awareness and commitment to quality, supporting clients in navigating evolving legislation and delivering robust, sustainable outcomes across a diverse portfolio of projects.
Your new role
As a Hydrogeologist, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of a wide range of hydrogeological and geological services. You will contribute to projects at all stages, from initial assessment through to delivery and reporting, working closely with experienced consultants on complex and rewarding assignments.Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering technical support across hydrogeological and geological projects
- Preparing desk-based studies, quantitative risk assessments and technical reports
- Developing conceptual and numerical hydrogeological models
- Designing and implementing remediation strategies
- Supervising site investigations and overseeing contractors and field teams
- Liaising with clients, regulators and key stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes
What you’ll need to succeed
- A degree in Hydrogeology, Environmental Science or related discipline
- Experience in Hydrogeology Consultancy
- Demonstrable experience in groundwater assessment and hydrogeological projects
- Sound knowledge of environmental legislation and regulatory frameworks
- Experience using hydrogeological modelling software
- Excellent report writing and communication skills
- The ability to manage both office-based and field activities
- A proactive, analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
- Membership of (or working towards membership of) a relevant professional body
- A full UK driving licence
What you’ll get in return
- Competitive salary (to be confirmed £40k- £55k)
- Company pension scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
- Hybrid / flexible working options
- Ongoing training and professional development support
- Support towards chartership and professional memberships (e.g. CIWM)
- Opportunity to work on complex, high profile environmental projects
- Exposure to a wide range of waste management and permitting projects
- Clear career progression within an established consultancy
- Collaborative, specialist team environment
- Mileage / travel expenses for site work
- Employee wellbeing support and development-focused culture
What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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