Project Hydrogeologist

EHS Support Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary package

Employee referral rewards

Employee Assistance Program

Bonuses to reward team growth

Revenue sharing

Structured mentoring program

Paid parental leave

Diverse and challenging projects

Job summary

EHS Support is a specialty environmental consulting firm seeking a Project Hydrogeologist to work on water resources and contaminated land projects across Victoria and Melbourne.

You will provide technical and field support, manage groundwater and soil data, supervise field programs, and contribute to reports and client solutions. Reporting to the Victorian Team Lead, this role offers leadership development and involvement in regional growth across Australia and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in hydrogeology or related field; postgraduate hydrogeology desirable.
• Up to three years of environmental experience including groundwater sampling.
• Advanced Excel; Power BI and database skills preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage, analyze and present groundwater, surface water, soil data.
• Desktop data gathering and compilation.
• Background reviews of technical guidance, regulations and case studies.
• Assist with reporting and preparation of written deliverables.
• Provide expertise in groundwater flow and well hydraulics; contaminated land assessments.
• Coordinate environmental field programs: logging, drilling, pumping tests, sampling.
• Supervise subcontractors in the field; project and task management.

Skills

Data analysis

Field supervision

Groundwater data

Environmental data presentation

Education

Bachelor degree in hydrogeology

Postgraduate degree in hydrogeology desirable

Tools

Power BI

Job description

EHS Support is a specialty environmental consulting firm that provides solutions to complex environmental, health, and safety challenges across a range of market sectors and industries. With experts located throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and South Africa, we form long-lasting partnerships with our clients through a culture of excellence, innovation, work ethic, and integrity. We focus on hiring and retaining talented, motivated people who enjoy collaborating with and delivering value to our clients. Our team does more than identify problems— we provide solutions.

Location
Regional Victoria or Melbourne, VIC
Regional Central Victoria (Benalla, Seymour, Bendigo or Shepparton and greater surrounds, other areas will also be considered) or Melbourne.

Position Description

Reporting to the Victorian Team Lead as a Project Hydrogeologist, working on water resource projects as well as the Contaminated Land and Groundwater Sector, you will be responsible for providing technical and field support to a diverse range of projects including water resources, oil and gas, chemical and heavy industry, landfills and others.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Management, analysis and presentation of environmental investigation, monitoring data, including groundwater, surface water, soil, recovery and other types of data
• Desktop data gathering and compilation
• Background reviews of technical guidance, regulations and case studies
• Assistance with reporting and preparation of other written deliverables, including: monitoring reports, pump test reports, environmental site assessments, work plans, health and safety plans and proposals
• Providing technical expertise in the following fields;
• Groundwater flow and well hydraulics
• Contaminated Land Assessments (with specific emphasis assisting our landfill team)
• Mining and CSG Water Management
• Coordination and implementation of environmental field programs, including:
• Logging, drilling and monitoring of well installations.
• Set up, supervision and analysis of pumping tests.
• Field assessment and sampling of soils.
• Groundwater and surface water monitoring.
• Field assessment and sampling of soils.
• Other environmental inspection and monitoring programs.
• Supervision of subcontractors in the field (e.g. drilling supervision, excavation supervision)
• Project and task management – planning and implementation of scope, schedule, budgets

Qualifications/Education

• Bachelor degree in hydrogeology, geology, environmental science, environmental engineering, with a postgraduate degree in hydrogeology desirable.
• Up to three years of experience in a relevant environmental role, including training and experience in groundwater and soil sampling and ideally pumping test analysis.
• A developing understanding of environmental and resource regulations.
• Advanced user of Microsoft Excel (experience with Power BI and other database management experience is preferred, but not essential)
• Pump test analysis
• Australian experience and a current ability to work in Australia (citizenship or valid visa) is required
• Current Australian state driving license preferred.

Why Join Us?

Our people are fundamental to our success

At EHS Support, we’re passionate about creating a workplace where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired. We empower our team to deliver innovative, practical solutions for our clients and the environment, while continuously growing their careers in a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment.

This is more than a senior consulting role — it’s a leadership platform. You will have:

An opportunity to develop into a team leadership role

A seat at the table in shaping company strategy and regional growth.

Opportunities to work on high-profile projects across Australia and internationally.

A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that values initiative, ownership, and long‑term sustainability.

What’s in It for You?

• Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work–life balance
• A competitive salary package that reflects your skills and expertise
• Employee referral rewards
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonuses to reward you for helping grow our team
• An opportunity to participate in revenue sharing
• A structured mentoring program designed to support your professional and career development
• Paid parental leave to support you and your family
• Opportunities to work on diverse and challenging projects that expand your experience and capabilities
• A collaborative, employee‑owned business with strong values and accessible leadership
• Regular social events and a vibrant team culture that makes coming to work enjoyable
• Clear pathways for career progression and growth, tailored to your goals

Join us and build a rewarding career where you can make a real impact—on projects, clients, the environment, and your own professional journey.