Senior Hydrogeologist

Water Technology Pty Ltd; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Family Inclusive Workplace certified

Employee Share Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing allowance

Purchased Annual Leave

Novated leasing options

Professional development opportunities

Internal Exchange Program

Job summary

Water Technology Pty Ltd is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist to lead groundwater investigations and studies across Australia. Flexible location; work with a national groundwater team on practical, science-based outcomes.

You bring 5+ years in hydrogeology, a relevant degree, GIS/data analysis skills, and strong report writing. You will manage field programs, engage stakeholders and contribute to multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years' professional hydrogeology experience.
• Experience delivering groundwater investigations and impact assessments.
• Strong understanding of hydrogeological systems and groundwater processes.
• Experience interpreting large datasets using GIS and data analysis tools.
• Excellent report writing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience managing field investigations, including drilling and testing.
• Ability to work independently within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver hydrogeological investigations, assessments and groundwater studies.
• Interpret groundwater data and develop conceptual hydrogeological models.
• Assess groundwater impacts for extraction, dewatering, mining and infrastructure.
• Plan and oversee field programs, drilling, monitoring, hydrochemistry and sampling.
• Contribute to groundwater modelling projects and predictive impact assessments.
• Review and QA technical reports, models and data.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules and delivery.
• Build relationships with clients, regulators and stakeholders.
• Support proposals, business development and project opportunities.

Skills

Hydrogeology

Groundwater data interpretation

GIS / data analysis

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Field investigations

Independent work

Australian Driver's Licence

Education

Degree in Hydrogeology or related

Tools

GIS

Job description

Water Technology is an employee-owned Australian consulting company shaping the future of water, environment and coastal management. For over 25 years, we have partnered with government, industry and communities to deliver innovative solutions across water resources, flooding, coastal and marine environments, ecology, infrastructure and environmental management. Our people combine technical excellence with a passion for creating sustainable outcomes that help communities, waterways and environments thrive.

Due to continued growth of our national Groundwater team, we're seeking an experienced Senior Hydrogeologist to help deliver impactful groundwater and water resource projects across Australia.

This opportunity is flexible in location and can be based from any of our offices nationwide. We're focused on finding the right person to join our team and welcome applications from experienced hydrogeologists across Australia.

The Opportunity

• Lead and deliver hydrogeological investigations, assessments and groundwater studies.
• Interpret groundwater data and develop conceptual hydrogeological models.
• Assess groundwater impacts associated with extraction, dewatering, mining and infrastructure projects.
• Plan and oversee field programs, including drilling, monitoring, aquifer testing, hydrochemistry and groundwater sampling.
• Contribute to groundwater modelling projects and predictive impact assessments.
• Review and provide quality assurance of technical reports, models and data.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules and technical delivery.
• Build strong relationships with clients, regulators and industry stakeholders.
• Support proposal preparation, business development and project opportunities.

About You

You're an experienced hydrogeologist who enjoys solving complex groundwater challenges and delivering practical, science-based outcomes for clients. You bring strong technical expertise, a collaborative approach and the ability to confidently manage projects, engage stakeholders and contribute to multidisciplinary teams. Whether in the field, analysing data or advising clients, you're committed to delivering high-quality work and helping grow a thriving groundwater practice.

Skills & Qualifications

• A degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5+ years' professional experience in hydrogeology.
• Demonstrated experience delivering groundwater investigations and impact assessments.
• Strong understanding of hydrogeological systems, aquifer behaviour and groundwater processes.
• Experience interpreting large datasets and using GIS and data analysis tools.
• Strong report writing, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience managing field investigations, including drilling and groundwater testing programs.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to multidisciplinary teams.
• A valid Australian Driver's Licence.

Highly Regarded

• Experience in groundwater flow modelling.
• Experience with groundwater licensing, approvals and compliance frameworks.
• Hydrochemistry, environmental tracers or water resource assessment experience.
• Current First Aid and/or 4WD training.

What Our People Enjoy

• Hybrid work arrangement and flexibility
• Family Inclusive Workplace certified
• Employee Share Scheme (we are employee-owned)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Annual $100 Wellbeing Allowance and monthly Wellbeing Program
• Purchased Annual Leave
• Novated leasing options
• Professional development and technical training opportunities
• Internal Exchange Program Opportunities

We do not use AI screening tools. Your application will be assessed by our experienced recruitment team and discipline leaders. We do use AI during the recruitment process for interview note-taking and reporting purposes.

We are currently not accepting candidate profiles or resumes from recruitment agencies.

Water Technology is proud to contribute to the increasing diversity of the Australian workforce. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, LGBTQI+ and mature-age workers.