Senior Hydrogeologist – Water Environment & EIA Lead

SLR Consulting; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Life, income & travel insurance

Cycle-to-work

Job summary

SLR Consulting is seeking an experienced Hydrogeologist or Environmental Scientist to join our Hydrology & Hydrogeology team. The role focuses on water environment assessments, EIA work, and licensing across the UK, with seniority from Senior to Principal depending on experience.

You will lead projects, mentor staff, and collaborate across disciplines while visiting sites across the UK. Flexible, hybrid work options are available in multiple cities.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering UK water environment or hydrogeology projects, ideally including EIA.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.
• Working toward or holding Chartered status in a relevant field.
• Knowledge of UK water legislation and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of water environment and hydrogeology projects from planning to reporting.
• Manage client relationships and proposals to secure repeat work.
• Mentor and coach junior team members.
• Conduct desk-based analysis and site visits across the UK.

Skills

Hydrogeology

Project leadership

Client management

Mentoring

GIS

Education

Degree in Hydrogeology or Geoscience

Tools

GIS

Hydro models

Job description

SLR Consulting is seeking an experienced Hydrogeologist or Environmental Scientist to join our Hydrology & Hydrogeology team. The role focuses on water environment assessments, EIA work, and licensing across the UK, with seniority from Senior to Principal depending on experience.

You will lead projects, mentor staff, and collaborate across disciplines while visiting sites across the UK. Flexible, hybrid work options are available in multiple cities.