Associate Hydrogeologist

RPS; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Associate Hydrogeologist and make a meaningful impact on water resource management. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and advanced analytics to address pressing environmental challenges. Collaborate with a talented team of scientists and engineers while enjoying a flexible hybrid work environment. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to sustainability, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career and contribute to innovative solutions that benefit communities and the planet.

Benefits

Accredited Training Programs

Flexible Working Hours

Professional Development Opportunities

Collaborative Work Environment

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Hydrogeology, ideally at Senior or Principal level.
• Strong understanding of water sciences and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage hydrogeological projects ensuring client requirements are met.
• Quality control project outputs and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Hydrogeology

Groundwater Modelling Software

Technical Report Writing

Project Management

Environmental Regulations

Education

Professional Registration / Chartered Status

Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

ConSim

LandSim

AquiferTest

GW Vistas

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RPS, a TetraTech company, is looking for an Associate Hydrogeologist to join our Water Sciences Team based in the UK.

RPS projects are all around you. We define, design and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. With us, you’ll find work that is challenging and rewarding, and you’ll be supported every step of the way.

RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

In 2023 RPS joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organisation.

We design, and manage projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s over 30,000 strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities.

As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.

Your Impact

Join RPS, a Tetra Tech company to make a real difference.Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to grow your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

What You'll Be Doing

As a specialist within our growing UK Water Sciences section and wider Environmental Compliance and Ground Engineering team, you will take up a leading position working on a wide range of projects requiring hydrogeological input including into major infrastructure, built development and water resources/environment studies, often covering both environmental and design elements.

Duties

The team works mainly on UK schemes but also supports international projects. With offices across the UK, you will have the choice to be based out of the office most conveniently located for you, working on a hybrid basis. Duties include:

• Plan, review and manage own projects ensuring client requirements and deadlines are met in accordance with the QA system
• Take accountability for own projects, monitoring both performance and finances
• Quality control the output of projects in accordance with the approved QA system including preparing project plans and fee agreements
• Ensure quality advice is provided and work meets the required standard
• Contributing to the development of the team business including work winning and marketing
• Provide weekly/monthly reports as requested by the Technical Director
• Support client management in conjunction with Directors
• Responsible for signing off time sheets/ holiday requests of staff
• Responsible for interfacing with other section heads and Directors to ensure appropriate use and deployment of staff and resources to meet the team’s operational and project needs Undertake appraisals and development of any direct staff reports
• Supervise and support junior members of staff where relevant
• Ensure all project activities comply with UK environmental regulations and standards
• Engage in continuous learning to keep abreast of the latest advancements in hydrogeology and related fields.
  
  

Who We're Looking For

• Significant experience in the field of Hydrogeology (having attained at least a Senior or Principal grade in consultancy or relevant industrial/utility/regulatory/academic profession).
• UK hydrogeological project experience essential
• Strong and demonstrable understanding of the underlying concepts of the water sciences with associate developed numerical and analytical skills
• Working understanding and/or practical experience of groundwater modelling software, i.e. ConSim, LandSim, Remedial Target Methodology Worksheet, AquiferTest, GW Vistas, etc.
• Effective technical report writing and reviewing skills
• Strong understanding of UK and European regulatory frameworks for water management, the contaminated land regime and environmental permitting.
• Understanding of inter relationships of hydrogeology with fields of hydrology, ecology and chemistry.
• Experience providing specialist hydrogeological support to major linear infrastructure scheme projects – within both EIA and DCO planning regimes - including road, rail & pipeline developments covering designs, EIAs and Regulatory Permitting and environmental mitigation.
• Experience providing specialist hydrogeological support to water resources/environment projects; and/or built development/industry; covering drainage designs, EIAs, Regulatory Permitting and water neutrality
• Experience in designing and delivering a wide range of complex/challenging hydrogeological investigations and water quality assessments
• Experience managing projects entailing significant groundwater resources, modelling, contaminated land fate transport detailed quantitative risk assessments or rising groundwater/mine water components.
• Desire to work collaboratively and promote knowledge sharing and technical development of team Experience of and desire to mentor and develop staff.
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication and technical reporting skills
• Desire to contribute to our business development.
• Professional registration / chartered status with a relevant industry body (e.g. Geological Society).
  
  

What’s in it for you?

We’re proud to be an accredited training provider, internationally recognised and providing robust fully accredited professional training programmes - to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we provide learning and development for everyone.

We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Our network of people and knowledge will expand your horizons and give you access to a variety of interesting projects.

Embracing diverse ideas, perspectives, and thinking styles is at the heart of what we do. We need a mix of experiences and techniques to develop the ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community of experts and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

Why RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With over 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.



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