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Senior Hydrogeologist
We're looking for a Senior Hydrogeologist to join our growing team and play a key role in delivering high-quality groundwater investigations and advisory services across a diverse portfolio of projects. This is an opportunity to step into a hands-on technical and project delivery role, working across mining, infrastructure, and water resource projects while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
About the Role
As a Senior Hydrogeologist, you will:
* Lead and deliver hydrogeological investigations and assessments
* Interpret groundwater data and develop conceptual hydrogeological models (CHMs)
* Undertake groundwater impact assessments for mining, infrastructure, and water-related projects
* Plan and manage field programs including drilling, testing, monitoring, and sampling
* Contribute to and review technical reports, models, and datasets (QA/QC)
* Support project delivery, including scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and resourcing
* Engage with clients, regulators, and internal stakeholders to communicate outcomes clearly
What You'll Bring Qualifications & Experience
* Degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Engineering, or related discipline
* 5+ years' professional experience in hydrogeology
* Proven experience delivering hydrogeological investigations and impact assessments
Technical Capability
* Strong skills in groundwater data interpretation, aquifer behaviour, and CHMs
* Experience with groundwater modelling (conceptual and/or numerical desirable)
* Understanding of groundwater–surface water interactions and climate influences
* Experience in hydrochemistry and field data analysis
* Proficiency in GIS and data analysis tools
Field & Project Delivery
* Demonstrated experience managing drilling, pumping tests, and monitoring programs
* Ability to scope, plan, and deliver projects, managing time, cost, and risk
* Experience contributing to proposals, tenders, and technical documentation
Communication & Leadership
* Strong technical report writing and presentation skills
* Ability to translate complex technical information for diverse audiences
* Proven ability to build trusted client relationships
* Capability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
Desirable
* Experience with groundwater licensing, approvals, and compliance frameworks
* Exposure to water balance modelling and environmental management plans
* Experience contributing to technical leadership or mentoring
Why Join Us?
* Work on impactful, technically challenging projects
* Be part of a collaborative and high-performing team
* Opportunities for career growth and technical development
* Contribute to building a strong and respected hydrogeology practice
Additional Requirements
* Valid Driver's Licence
* Field-ready (4WD and First Aid training desirable)
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Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a Hydrogeologist? What's your expected annual base salary? Do you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander? Do you hold a valid full Australian licence?
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Flooding and drainage
Waterways and ecology
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