Project Hydrogeologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Pension

Private medical insurance

25 days annual leave

Hybrid and flexible working

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Cork is seeking a Project Hydrogeologist to work on diverse hydrogeology projects across renewables, infrastructure and built environment, combining fieldwork with assessment and reporting.

You will plan field programmes, supervise borehole work, interpret data, and contribute to water-related permitting and licensing, with hybrid/flexible working and a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Experience in hydrogeology or hydrology in a consultancy or similar setting.
• Degree in Geoscience, Hydrogeology, Hydrology or related field.
• Experience with EIA water assessments and field programmes is a plus.
• GIS experience and a full clean driving licence are required.

Responsibilities

• Planning and undertaking hydrogeological field programmes.
• Supervising borehole drilling, logging and well installation.
• Hydrogeological testing and groundwater/surface water monitoring.
• Interpreting data and developing Conceptual Site Models.
• Hydrogeological risk assessments and impact appraisals.
• Hydrogeological calculations, groundwater modelling and reporting.
• Preparing water chapters for Environmental Impact Assessments.
• Supporting water permitting and licensing work.
• Managing project delivery and liaising with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Hydrogeology

Hydrology

GIS experience

Driving licence

Education

Geoscience / Hydrogeology / Hydrology degree

Job description

Project Hydrogeologist
Cork
€45,000 - €55,000 + Benefits

Built a solid grounding in Hydrogeology and ready to take more responsibility for your own projects?

This Cork role gives you the opportunity to build on your technical experience while becoming more involved in project delivery. You'll work across renewables, infrastructure, power, industrial and built environment projects, combining fieldwork with hydrogeological assessment, interpretation and reporting.

The Role

• Planning and undertaking hydrogeological field programmes
• Supervising borehole drilling, geological logging and well installation
• Hydrogeological testing and groundwater/surface water monitoring
• Interpreting data and developing Conceptual Site Models
• Hydrogeological Risk Assessments and Impact Appraisals
• Hydrogeological calculations, groundwater modelling and reporting
• Preparing water chapters for Environmental Impact Assessment
• Supporting water permitting and licensing work
• Managing project delivery and liaising with clients and stakeholders

You'll also gain exposure to hydrology, flood risk and drainage, working alongside specialists across the wider water and environmental disciplines.

About You

You'll have good experience in Hydrogeology and/or Hydrology, ideally within consultancy or a similar commercial environment, backed by a degree in Geoscience, Hydrogeology, Hydrology or a related discipline.

Experience of EIA water assessments, Conceptual Site Models and field programmes would be particularly relevant. Strong technical reporting skills and some understanding of water permitting or licensing are also important.

GIS experience would be useful, and a full clean driving licence is required.

Why Apply?

This is a good next move if you want to remain technically involved while starting to take greater ownership of projects and client relationships.

The package includes €45,000 - €55,000, discretionary bonus, pension, private medical insurance and 25 days' annual leave. Hybrid and flexible working are available, alongside structured professional development and support towards professional qualifications.