Principal Hydrogeologist

WSP; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Hydrogeologist to lead complex projects within their Ground & Water team. This role offers the chance to manage significant hydrogeological projects, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with a talented team on impactful infrastructure and environmental studies. With a commitment to work-life balance and professional development, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful contribution in a supportive and innovative environment. Join a community that values diversity and encourages personal growth while making a positive impact on the world.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy

Health and Wellbeing support

Flexible working arrangements

Development and training opportunities

Employee resource groups for inclusivity

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Hydrogeology at a senior consultancy level.
• UK hydrogeological experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Managing hydrogeological project work and guiding junior staff.
• Interacting with colleagues on business delivery and resource planning.

Skills

Hydrogeology

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Education

Professional registration with Geological Society

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

To find out more about our Ground & Water team part of the Earth and Environment business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Ground risk and remediation | WSP

A little more about your role...

WSP's Ground & Water team are involved with many key projects of regional and national significance. We are growing our world class team to ensure we continue to deliver the high calibre of service and technical excellence that both we and our clients expect. We are seeking an individual to act as a Principal Hydrogeologist for our technically challenging and complex projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Managing projects or associated tasks and undertaking specialist/technical hydrogeological project work including managing and guiding junior staff in a technical capacity.
2. Interacting with UK colleagues at a range of levels concerning relevant aspects of business delivery and development, resource planning plus staff development/welfare.
3. Managing and inputting to project proposals.
4. Staff mentoring.

Your Team

As a specialist/expert within our UK Ground & Water section you will take up a leading position in our clean water Hydrogeology Team (comprising ~18 staff nationally) working on a range of projects requiring hydrogeological input into major infrastructure, built development and water resources/environment studies, often covering both environmental and design elements. The team works mainly on UK schemes but also supports international projects, predominantly in the Middle East. Contaminated land hydrogeology is typically delivered by another hydrogeology team within Ground & Water. 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.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate...

1. Significant experience in the field of Hydrogeology (having reached a senior level in consultancy or in any other relevant industrial/utility/regulatory/academic profession).
2. Professional registration / chartered status with a relevant industry body (e.g. Geological Society).
3. UK hydrogeological experience is essential.
4. Experience providing specialist hydrogeological support to major linear infrastructure scheme projects (road, rail & pipeline developments) covering designs, EIAs and Regulatory Permitting.
5. Experience providing specialist hydrogeological support to water resources/environment projects; and/or built development/industry; covering drainage designs, EIAs, Regulatory Permitting and operations (including optimisation/protection).
6. Experience in designing/delivering a wide range of complex/challenging hydrogeological investigations.
7. Experience managing projects entailing significant groundwater resources, modelling or rising groundwater/mine water components.
8. Team player characteristics with a desire to work collaboratively/flexibly both within the UK and internationally.
9. Experience of and desire to mentor and develop staff.
10. Good communication/reporting skills and a desire to contribute to our business/service development.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!

In today's world it's important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong.

To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Work-life balance?

WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important - whether that's for your families, friends, or yourself. Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity?

We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP's Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.

Health & Wellbeing?

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.

Flex your time?

For improved work life balance, WSP offers the "WSP Hour" which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development?

We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that's why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that's chartership, training or mentoring.

APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!

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Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.