Groundwater Resources Lead – Strategy & Team (Hybrid)

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK water utility company is seeking a Groundwater Resources Manager to lead a team focused on sustainable groundwater management. You will be responsible for shaping the long-term vision, guiding a team of specialists, and ensuring alignment with environmental and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in hydrogeology and leadership skills. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary between £60,000 and £65,000 per year, along with excellent benefits including generous holiday and pension schemes.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days holiday per year

Generous Pension Scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Familiarity with groundwater modelling tools and data interpretation.
• Ability to set clear priorities and foster a collaborative team culture.
• Confidence to interpret incomplete datasets and present insights clearly.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver the long-term vision for groundwater resource management.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, providing direction and support.
• Provide senior technical input into strategic documents.
• Oversee analysis of key datasets.
• Identify optimisation opportunities across sources and assets.
• Champion cross-functional collaboration with other departments.
• Support team members in field visits to deepen understanding of assets.

Skills

Technical background in hydrogeology

Managing or mentoring technical staff

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field

Postgraduate qualification in Hydrogeology or equivalent experience

Tools

Groundwater modelling tools

Job description

A leading UK water utility company is seeking a Groundwater Resources Manager to lead a team focused on sustainable groundwater management. You will be responsible for shaping the long-term vision, guiding a team of specialists, and ensuring alignment with environmental and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in hydrogeology and leadership skills. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary between £60,000 and £65,000 per year, along with excellent benefits including generous holiday and pension schemes.