Hydrogeologist

Egis; Castlebar; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis Ireland seeks an experienced Hydrogeologist to lead groundwater monitoring and hydrogeological assessments across projects in Ireland. You will collect data, develop monitoring programs, and ensure compliance with water legislation while supporting environmental and infrastructure initiatives.

Collaborating with clients, regulatory bodies and multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to EIARs, WFD/GWDTE work, and risk assessments, helping to deliver sustainable water resources strategies

Qualifications

• Relevant professional experience in hydrology/hydrogeology.
• Strong knowledge of Irish/EU water and environmental legislation.
• Proficient in hydrogeological modelling tools, GIS, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrological / hydrogeological impact assessments.
• Collect and analyse water quality and quantity data.
• Develop and manage groundwater monitoring programs.
• Prepare WFD, GWDTE, and Risk assessments.
• Contribute to EIARs and regulatory submissions.
• Liaise with clients and regulatory bodies on projects.
• Lead site investigations and prepare technical reports.

Skills

Hydrogeology expertise

Water legislation knowledge

Data analysis

GIS proficiency

Education

BSc/MSc in Hydrogeology/Geology/Environmental Science

Chartered status or Working towards Chartership

Tools

GIS

Hydrogeological modelling tools

Job description

The role can be based from any of our main offices in Ireland: Dublin, Cork, Limerick, or Castlebar

We are proud to take an active part in shaping Ireland’s future. To work with the government, clients and communities to plan, build and sustain infrastructure that will advance and enhance the Irish way of life.

The Egis team have been active in Ireland since 1984, evolving and expanding over time into a company that offers an end-to-end service; planning, designing and operating smart cities, active travel systems, water and energy infrastructure, buildings and structures.

In 2023 JB Barry and Partners was welcomed into Egis, bringing our award-winning team to almost 600 members across 16 offices nationwide. Our Team includes designers, engineers, surveyors, project managers, technologists, geo-technical and environmental teams, asset and maintenance managers and quantity surveyors all working together

We work in partnership with public sector clients and private companies both at home and internationally, and we are committed to supporting the government in realising their climate, infrastructural and societal goals as part of Project Ireland 2040

Our key areas of expertise:

• Active travel
• Roads and bridges
• Water & Wastewater
• Smart cities
• Energy
• Consulting and Operations

Hydrogeologist

The role can be based from any of our main offices in Ireland: Dublin, Cork, Limerick, or Castlebar

We are proud to take an active part in shaping Ireland’s future. To work with the government, clients and communities to plan, build and sustain infrastructure that will advance and enhance the Irish way of life.

The Egis team have been active in Ireland since 1984, evolving and expanding over time into a company that offers an end-to-end service; planning, designing and operating smart cities, active travel systems, water and energy infrastructure, buildings and structures.

In 2023 JB Barry and Partners was welcomed into Egis, bringing our award-winning team to almost 600 members across 16 offices nationwide. Our Team includes designers, engineers, surveyors, project managers, technologists, geo-technical and environmental teams, asset and maintenance managers and quantity surveyors all working together

We work in partnership with public sector clients and private companies both at home and internationally, and we are committed to supporting the government in realising their climate, infrastructural and societal goals as part of Project Ireland 2040

Our key areas of expertise:

• Rail & Urban transit
• Active travel
• Roads and bridges
• Water & Wastewater
• Smart cities
• Energy
• Consulting and Operations

Job Description

Join our team and become a key player in advancing sustainable water management solutions. As part of this exciting role, you will lead comprehensive impact assessments and oversee innovative groundwater monitoring programs. You will have the opportunity to analyse critical water quality and quantity data to inform strategic decisions.

Collaborating closely with clients, multidisciplinary team and regulatory bodies, you’ll drive projects from planning and tender preparation through to on-site supervision, ensuring every step aligns with environmental legislation and industry best practices.

This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on environmental projects while staying at the forefront of technological advancements in the field. If you are passionate about protecting water resources and eager to grow alongside industry leaders, we invite you to help shape a more sustainable future with Egis in Ireland.

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and maintenance services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development.

Our 20,500 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. From motorways to tramways, water and wastewater treatment to smart cities, clients choose us to help them solve their most complex challenges and to deliver climate responsible growth that meets the needs of communities, industry and the planet.

About Egis in Ireland

Egis has operated in Ireland since 1994 and is one of the largest multi-disciplinary consultancy, engineering and operations firms in the country. Our services in Ireland span the full lifespan of infrastructure, from upstream feasibility studies through design, construction supervision, delivery and operations. Operating across the entire value chain of consulting, design and operation, Egis is the only group to understand infrastructure in its entirety. Our current activities in Ireland include operating the Dublin Tunnel and the Jack Lynch Tunnel in Cork, overseeing 470km of Ireland’s motorways and working on the design and delivery of major transport projects and mobility services.

With over 600 staff in Ireland across 16 offices nationwide, we are committed to enabling sustainable economic development and responding to the requirements of population growth while addressing climate change and reducing carbon emissions. The Egis team has worked on major projects such as the Ringsend Wastewater Treatment Plant in Dublin and the N17/N18 Gort to Tuam PPP motorway scheme in Galway. The Egis engineering division is now almost 200 people strong across four offices in Dublin, Castlebar, Cork and Limerick.

• Conduct hydrological / hydrogeological impact assessments.
• Collect and analyse water quality and quantity data.
• Develop and manage groundwater monitoring programs.
• Prepare WFD, GWDTE, and Risk assessments.
• Contribute to EIARs and regulatory submissions.
• Conduct site visits for technical assessment.
• Preparation of factual and interpretative desk studies and site investigation reports including production of conceptual site models.
• Prepare technical reports and interpret hydrogeological data.
• Undertake and support the design, implementation and interpretation of site investigation data
• Liaison with clients, local and wider geo-environmental team and other disciplines on key projects.
• Project scoping, planning and programming
• Input into tenders and preparation of fee proposals
• Undertake role of employer’s representative / Supervisor on site investigation projects

Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and stay updated on technological and legislative developments

Qualifications

• Relevant professional experience in hydrology / hydrogeology
• Minimum Level 8 BSc/MSc in Hydrogeology, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
• Chartered or working towards Chartership (e.g., with the Geological Society or CIWEM)
• Experience with groundwater sampling, drilling supervision, or flood risk desirable
• Proven experience managing complex groundwater assessments and environmental impact projects
• Strong knowledge of Irish/EU water and environmental legislation
• Proficient in hydrogeological modelling tools, GIS, and data analysis

- If you require any reasonable accommodations or adjustments throughout the hiring process, please let us know. We are dedicated to ensuring equal access and opportunity for all candidates -