Graduate Hydrogeologist

Arup; Cork; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup in Dublin, Ireland, is seeking a Graduate Hydrogeologist to join our groundwater team. You will conduct monitoring, assist with field investigations, and support data analysis across varied projects domestically and internationally.

The role values fresh graduates with a degree in Geology or Earth Science (ideally MSc Hydrogeology) and offers exposure to hydrogeology, EIA, and water resource projects, with training and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent).
• Earth Sciences (incl. Geology & Oceanography).
• Civil Engineering; Ground / Geotechnical Engineering; Environmental Science.

Responsibilities

• Conduct groundwater and surface water monitoring, including collecting water quality samples and measuring water levels across various field sites.
• Assist with field investigations, such as supervising borehole drilling, logging soil and rock samples and setting up pumping tests.
• Manage and analyse environmental data using Excel, GIS mapping tools and basic databases to track water quality and quantity trends.
• Contribute to technical reports and environmental assessments by organising field data, creating maps and drafting initial summaries.
• Support senior team members on water resource management, contamination or engineering projects while developing core hydrogeological skills.

Education

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)

Earth Sciences (incl. Geology & Oceanography)

Civil Engineering; Ground / Geotechnical Engineering; Environmental Science

Job description

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Graduate Hydrogeologist to join our specialist team of groundwater practitioners located in Dublin, Ireland. The team is responsible for hydrogeological input to a portfolio of exciting, varied and multi-disciplinary projects and for groundwater-specific projects covering groundwater resources, groundwater engineering and environmental impact assessment both in Ireland and internationally.

• Conduct groundwater and surface water monitoring, including collecting water quality samples and measuring water levels across various field sites.
• Assist with field investigations, such as supervising borehole drilling, logging soil and rock samples and setting up pumping tests.
• Manage and analyse environmental data using Excel, GIS mapping tools and basic databases to track water quality and quantity trends.
• Contribute to technical reports and environmental assessments by organising field data, creating maps and drafting initial summaries.
• Support senior team members on water resource management, contamination or engineering projects while developing core hydrogeological skills.

Is this role right for you?

We’re looking for graduates who hold, or are on track to complete, a degree in Geology, Earth Science, or a related discipline—ideally with an MSc in Hydrogeology or equivalent.The ideal candidate will have a higher degree in Hydrogeology, although consideration may be given to holders of a degree or higher degree in other subjects providing you have relevant experience in hydrogeology.

For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

• A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
• Earth Sciences (inc. Geology & Oceanography)
• Civil Engineering; Ground / Geotechnical Engineering; Environmental Science

Experience across some or all of the following areas will be considered:

• Physical Hydrogeology; Contaminant Hydrogeology; Hydro-geochemistry; Field Methods in Hydrogeology; Groundwater Modelling; Surface Water Hydrology; GIS and Remote Sensing; Geophysics;
• Groundwater modelling; GIS spatial analysis; Data analysis; Borehole logging & geology software; Pumping test analysis; Field sampling & monitoring equipment proficiency; Technical report writing;
• Hydrogeological impact assessment; Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA); Appropriate Assessment (AA) and environmental legislation awareness; Groundwater quality assessment; Hydrogeological conceptual modelling; Database management; Python or R programming; Stakeholder engagement and communication

To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:

• Full working rights in the country of application
• No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role
• Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.
• Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;
• Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
• Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
• Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
• Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

Closing Date: 12 November 2026

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.

We’re able to consider candidates who require an employment permit to work in Ireland, where the role and offered salary meet the Irish Government’s eligibility criteria (for example, under the Critical Skills or General Employment Permit schemes). All Employment Permits are granted at the discretion of the Deciding Officer with offers contingent to obtaining the correct immigration to work and reside in Ireland.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our graduates.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross‑cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup . We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas.

Candidateshave the opportunity todiscloseany disability or learning difference they may have on their application form. We will then make anyappropriate arrangementsfor you should you reach a further stage in our recruitment process. The information gathered during the recruitment process is only used to allow for adjustments to be made for the interviewand is not considered in any other context of your application.

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