Hydrogeologist – Groundwater & Water Quality Lead

Egis; Limerick; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

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

Become a key player in advancing sustainable water management solutions. As part of this exciting role, you will lead comprehensive groundwater monitoring programs and oversee groundwater assessments,

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.

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.
• Conduct site visits for technical assessment.
• Prepare 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
• Liaise 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

Skills

Hydrogeology

Hydrology

GIS

Data analysis

Water quality

Education

BSc/MSc in Hydrogeology or related

Chartered or working towards Chartership

Tools

GIS

Hydrogeological modelling tools

Job description

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

Become a key player in advancing sustainable water management solutions. As part of this exciting role, you will lead comprehensive groundwater monitoring programs and oversee groundwater assessments,