Senior/Principal Hydrogeologist

Envireau Ltd; East Midlands; Híbrido; GBP 38 000 - 50 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Hybrid working

Private medical insurance (including 

35 days leave incl. bank holidays

Bonus scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Cycle to work

Volunteering opportunities

Resumo da oferta

Envireau Ltd seeks a Senior or Principal Hydrogeologist to join our UK offices in Bristol, Shrewsbury, Derby, Richmond, Stirling, or Manchester. You will lead or support complex licensing and groundwater management projects, including dewatering, with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes for clients and regulators.

You will manage a portfolio, mentor junior staff, and build strong client relationships while staying current with hydrogeology developments and industry best practices.

Qualificações

• Postgraduate degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, or related discipline.
• Chartered status or working towards chartership.
• Strong knowledge of groundwater resource assessments, impact and risk assessments.
• Proven team and project management experience.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsabilidades

• Lead or support hydrogeological investigations and fieldwork.
• Provide expert advice on groundwater management and licensing.
• Manage a portfolio of projects with timely delivery and budget control.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance to the team.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities.
• Collaborate with senior staff on project management and strategy.

Conhecimentos

Hydrogeology expertise

Project management

Client relations

Team leadership

Formação académica

Postgraduate degree in Hydrogeology or related discipline

Chartered status or working towards chartership

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Lead, influence, and make an impact with Envireau.

At Envireau, we are known for doing things differently. Recognised as one of the go-to water consultants for leading UK businesses, and with nearly three decades of experience, we provide expert solutions in water resource management and regulatory compliance across the UK, always with clarity and integrity in mind.

We are part of the RSK Group, a global network of over 200 environmental, engineering, and technical services businesses. This gives us the backing of a successful multinational while retaining our operational autonomy and the strength of our well-established brand. Our success is built on the knowledge, expertise, and determination of our dynamic team.

Working across six key sectors, our water scientists and engineers take a practical, tailored approach to every client’s water management challenge. This commitment has built long-term, productive client partnerships across the industry, which we continue to strengthen.

Following a period of continued growth, we are seeking a Senior or Principal Hydrogeologist to join us at any of our UK offices in Bristol, Shrewsbury, Derby, Richmond, Stirling, and Manchester. This is your chance to join a skilled team, influence our strategy, and play a key role in a consultancy committed to excellence.

What the role involves

At both Senior and Principal level, you will be working closely with Technical Director Andrew Tait, as part of our specialist Minerals team. With an in-depth understanding of the needs of the construction industry, you will be supporting or leading the management of complex licensing and permitting scenarios, particularly in relation to construction dewatering.

As a Principal Hydrogeologist, you will also take a lead role in:

• Providing expert advice on groundwater management, including abstraction licensing, pollution control, and monitoring
• Ensuring clients can navigate complex regulatory frameworks while sustainably optimising water resources
• Undertaking comprehensive hydrogeological assessments, including water resource, impact, and risk assessments
• Keeping up to date with developments in hydrogeology and related fields, sharing knowledge across the team
• Managing a portfolio of projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards
• Leading and manage a collaborative team, providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships, identifying business opportunities, and tailoring services to meet evolving needs

As a Senior Hydrogeologist, you will support the delivery of projects through:

• Conducting hydrogeological investigations, including aquifer testing, borehole installation, and groundwater sampling.
• Analysing and interpret hydrogeological data, including water levels, water quality, and hydraulic conductivity data.
• Conducting numerical modelling to support conceptual site models and risk assessments.
• Preparing technical reports, proposals, and other documents for clients and regulators.
• Communicating effectively with clients, stakeholders, and regulators.
• Collaborating with principal staff members on project management and technical guidance.
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff members.

Qualifications and experience

• A postgraduate degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, or a related discipline, with at least 8 years’ experience for Principal level, and 3 years’ experience for Senior level.
• Chartered status with a relevant professional body (e.g., Geological Society, CIWEM) or working towards chartership.
• Excellent technical knowledge of hydrogeology, including groundwater resource assessments, impact assessments, and risk assessments
• Team and project management skills commensurate with your grade and experience
• A valid full UK driving licence

Personal Attributes:

At either level, we are looking for someone with:

• A positive, self-starting, and flexible attitude with a real 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.

The Package

• Competitive salary of £38,000+ to £50,000+ depending on grade and experience
• Permanent, full-time contract (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday)
• Hybrid working with flexible start and finish times, and family-friendly arrangements
• Performance-based individual bonus scheme
• 35 days’ annual leave including bank holidays, plus 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 opportunities and team away days
• Retirement and mortgage advice

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of water consultancy, join a talented team, and make a tangible impact on clients and the industry.