**Junior Field Hydrogeologist - Newcastle**
**About SLR and the role**
SLR Consulting is an international environmental consultancy with a globally recognized reputation for providing high quality tailored services. With offices throughout the Asia Pacific, Europe, North America and Africa regions, SLR Consulting is one of a very small number of leading international specialist environmental consultancies.
- We have an excellent career opportunity within our Hydrology & Hydrogeology team for a full-time Hydrogeologist to join our NSW team. You will have flexibility across a range of projects and we would consider people from an environmental science background with an interest in hydrogeology, water quality or land contamination. This role will be based in Newcastle and you will work closely with our senior team to ensure the delivery of quality environmental services to our internal and external clients.
- We have an awesome team culture where we encourage collaboration and promote growth within your career. We have fun inside and outside the office and provide a trusting and respectful place to work. We are looking for someone who loves Newcastle, science, and the outdoorsKey Responsibilities
**Job tasks and responsibilities**
Your responsibilities will include:
- Undertake routine integrated monitoring programs which include groundwater, surface water, soils and air quality sampling while following SLR procedures and industry best practice
- Perform field studies that include hydrogeological site investigations, drilling programs, monitoring bore installations and hydraulic testing
- Prepare quality factual reports based on field and laboratory data collected for, or provided by clients
- Interpret multi-disciplinary scientific data to develop sound conceptual hydrogeological models
- Undertake tasks to produce high quality Environmental Management documentation (i.e. technical studies and environmental approvals)
- Develop, facilitate and enhance relationships between our internal and external clients and SLR team members
- Contribute to winning work through good delivery and service and by identifying client needs and opportunities, sharing these with the broader team
- Administrative and financial management tasks including budget preparation and monitoring, accurate and timely responses to requests as required by project demands and timelines
**Skills and experience**
To do this effectively you'll have:
- Tertiary qualifications from a recognised institution in water resources / hydrogeology / geology or related discipline or similar relevant degree
- A minimum of 2 years' of demonstrated field experience in applied geological, geotechnical or groundwater projects
- Proficient written and verbal skills, with the ability to communicate complex issues concisely
- A desire to join a team focused on delivering high quality geological and hydrogeological assessments
- Must have the ability to travel regularly for work
- Experience in the construction, and/or mining sector
- Demonstrated team player and able to self-motivate and take ownership of and be accountable for delivery of tasks and projects
**Beneficial**
- Experience with using GIS and spatial data analysis software packages
- Experience in supporting key aspects of project management and administration, as well as subcontractor and HSE management
- A high level of competency in all aspects of groundwater field work
- Experience in surface water and hydrological assessments is desirable
- Experience in the contaminated land sector is desirable
- Strong client relationships and, business development skills
- Previous 4WD experience and training is highly desirable
**Our benefits at SLR include**
Our culture is unique where we work together to collaborate on projects to get the best possible outcome for our clients. Whether you're working in the office, from home or a mix of the two, we recognise that every person is different, and our benefits aim to ensure that we cater for all, including:
- Hybrid work model (in-office & from home) - you choose where you work best
- Extra paid purchased leave up to 10 days so you can re-energize, help others, support family, or focus on your own professional development
- Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents throughout their parenting journey which includes 12 weeks primary carer and 4 weeks secondary carer leave
- Learning and development which includes a mapped career progression path, study assistance and up to 3 professional memberships subsidised by SLR
- Employee Assistance Program to support your physical, mental, and social wellbeing
- Other benefits include regular office social events, service anniversary awards, salary sacrificing (novated car lease) and a corporate uniform shop where you get $80 annually to spend.
We make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills and passion. Please note that interviews are conducted with gender diverse interview panels to