Groundwater Resources Manager – Hybrid Leader

idibu; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A major water utility company in the UK seeks a Groundwater Resources Manager to lead a team focused on sustainable groundwater management. The role involves setting strategic direction, overseeing technical projects, and collaborating across departments. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in hydrogeology and experience in team management. Competitive salary between £60,000 and £65,000 per annum, along with benefits such as holiday allowances and a generous pension scheme, are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days holiday, increasing with service

Generous Pension Scheme

Access to health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Solid technical background in hydrogeology, including familiarity with groundwater modelling tools.
• Experience managing or mentoring technical staff.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term vision for groundwater resource management.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team.
• Provide technical input into strategic groundwater documents.
• Oversee analysis of key datasets for operational decisions.
• Identify optimisation opportunities across sources and assets.

Skills

Technical background in hydrogeology

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team management

Education

Degree in Geology or Environmental Science

Postgraduate qualification in Hydrogeology

Tools

Groundwater modelling tools

Job description

A major water utility company in the UK seeks a Groundwater Resources Manager to lead a team focused on sustainable groundwater management. The role involves setting strategic direction, overseeing technical projects, and collaborating across departments. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in hydrogeology and experience in team management. Competitive salary between £60,000 and £65,000 per annum, along with benefits such as holiday allowances and a generous pension scheme, are offered.