Principal Hydrogeologist[990479]

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Principal Hydrogeologist, where you'll lead a talented team and provide expert guidance on groundwater management. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of water resource management. This position offers a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to contribute to strategic decisions within the Senior Leadership Team. If you're passionate about making a difference in hydrogeology and thrive in a dynamic setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Discounted Gym Memberships

35 Days Annual Leave

Performance-Based Bonus Scheme

Flexible Working Arrangements

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Volunteering Opportunities

Retirement Advice

Mortgage Advice

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in hydrogeology and managing teams.
• Excellent technical knowledge of groundwater assessments and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of hydrogeologists and provide expert advice on groundwater management.
• Manage a portfolio of projects ensuring quality and timely delivery.

Skills

Hydrogeology

Project Management

Communication Skills

Business Development

Education

Postgraduate Degree in Hydrogeology

Chartered Status

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05.05.2025

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Job Description:

As a Principal Hydrogeologist, you will join a technically excellent, diverse, hardworking, and agile team of professionals, where your achievements are celebrated, and the development of your personal brand is encouraged.

If you're up for a challenge, want to expand your technical capabilities, and gain autonomy, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for!

Responsibilities

You will lead and manage a collaborative team of skilled hydrogeologists, supply invaluable technical guidance, and foster a collaborative environment. You and your team are expected to…

• Provide expert advice on all facets of groundwater management, including abstraction licensing, pollution control, and monitoring.
• Ensure clients are equipped to navigate complex regulatory landscapes while sustainably optimising their water resources.
• Undertake comprehensive hydrogeological assessments, including water resource, impact, and risk assessments.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in hydrogeology and related fields. Sharing acquired knowledge, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring our solutions are always at the pinnacle of industry innovation.
• Manage a portfolio of projects, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budgetary constraints, and uncompromising standards of quality.
• Develop and maintain robust relationships with clients. Identify opportunities for business growth and tailor our services to meet evolving client needs.

This role also provides the opportunity to play a pivotal role in Envireau Water's Senior Leadership Team, contributing strategic insights that shape our next growth phase. Your expertise and vision will be integral to steering the company towards new heights of success.

Qualifications and Experience

• A postgraduate degree in hydrogeology, geology, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years' experience in hydrogeology, including experience in managing projects and leading teams.
• Chartered status with a relevant professional body (e.g. Geological Society, Chartered Institute of Water and Environmental Management).
• Excellent technical knowledge of hydrogeology, including groundwater resource assessments, impact assessments, and risk assessments.
• Strong project management skills, with experience of managing projects from start to finish.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues to a non-technical audience.
• Strong commercial awareness, with experience of identifying and developing business opportunities.

Personal Attributes

• A positive, self-starting, and flexible attitude with a genuine interest in learning and growth.
• A desire to get stuck in and apply expertise in a pragmatic way.
• A passion for building great relationships with colleagues and clients alike.
• A drive to develop an amazing team and play a key role within the company's senior leadership team.

The Package

• A salary of £50,000+, dependant on experience.
• Permanent contract, working 40 hours per week within Monday to Friday.
• A hybrid working pattern is encouraged with flexible start and finish times and family friendly working arrangements available.
• Performance based individual bonus scheme.
• 35 days annual leave including bank holidays and an annual leave purchase scheme.
• Private medical insurance, including dental and optical benefits.
• Discounted gym memberships.
• Income protection and life cover.
• Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes.
• Volunteering and numerous team away days.
• Retirement and mortgage advice.

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