Graduate Hydrogeologist

Jacobs; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is hiring a Graduate Hydrogeologist to join the Melbourne or Sydney Water Resources team. You will monitor groundwater quality and quantity, perform data collection and field work, and conduct technical analysis including spatial mapping and groundwater modelling, with mentorship to support your growth. A degree in Engineering or Science with hydrogeology interest is required, and applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering or Science with an interest in hydrogeology.
• Right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Monitor groundwater quality and quantity.
• Data collection and field work.
• Technical analysis of data, spatial analysis and mapping.
• Groundwater modelling and report writing.

Skills

Groundwater modelling

Data analysis

Field work

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science

Interest in hydrogeology

Tools

GIS

Job description

1d ago , from Jacobs Solutions Inc - Engineering Services

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Our bodies and environment all depend on water, it is the building block that supports all life. Water issues are becoming increasingly prominent as we struggle with disparity between water availability and demands, water pollution, and competition for limited water resources. At Jacobs, we recognize these challenges and our engineers, scientists, and planners are working together with clients to find the right solutions to their water challenges.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Hydrogeologist to join our Melbourne or Sydney Water Resources team. You’ll be working on projects for a range of clients across Australia and New Zealand, to monitor groundwater quality and quantity, assess sustainable groundwater yields, and analyse the impact of infrastructure on groundwater quality and quantity. This work will involve a wide range of tasks including data collection and other field work, technical analysis of data, spatial analysis and mapping, groundwater modelling, and report writing. We'll mentor you each step of the way to ensure you’re set up for success.

Ideally, you'll hold a university degree in (Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD) in Engineering or Science with an interest in hydrogeology. This is a unique role that requires applicantsto hold the right to work in Australia. Bring your curiosity, collaborative spirit and strong communication skills, and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfil what drives you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Here’s what you'll need

Our 2027 Graduate Program

As a Graduate at Jacobs, you’ll be a valued member of our team from Day 1 and work on real projects, bids and tenders from the get-go. From gaining hands-on experience, to participating in networking events and structured learning sessions, you’ll find new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.

Our teams offer a supportive environment to help you to learn, grow and excel. Working under the guidance and mentorship of our experts and industry leaders, you’ll develop the skills and knowledge to deliver the boldest solutions for the extraordinary and the everyday.

We see graduates as the future leaders of our business, which is why we’re delighted to have placed #23 in the Australian Financial Review’s Top 100 Graduate Employers award for ‘Most Popular Employer’in 2025 and featured in the Top 10 for'Most Popular Engineering Employer'Award! No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

Jacobs. A world where you can.

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With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs here.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of diverse perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about ourJacobs Employee Networks here.

Our meticulously curated employee benefits support ALL employees throughout every stage of life. From paid parental leave to a lifetime financial allowance for you and your partner to access family forming Fertility & IVF treatment, adoption and surrogacy assistance along with menopause and Low T treatment.

We are steadfast in our commitment to the wellbeing of you and your loved ones with a comprehensive suite of wellbeing resources supporting you physically, emotionally and financially. This is demonstrated in our company being recognised by WGEA for 12 consecutive years as an employer of choice for gender equality along with our industry leading GOLD employer status by the Australian Workplace Equality Index.

Cultural Support:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are invited to nominate a cultural representative to participate on the interview panel; please let your recruiter know in your application. No matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

Applications close Sunday 15th November at 11.59 PM AEDST.