Senior Hydrogeologist

Key responsibilities include:   

• Developing a clear understanding of future groundwater quantity and quality risks across the Anglian Region to support the development and implementation of strategies to manage these  risks  

• Working collaboratively to ensure groundwater strategy is embedded within long-term water resources planning (i.e. WRMP) and price review regulatory submissions. 

• To be able to conceptualise and understand how our groundwater systems work to ensure our groundwater risk assessments are robust and that water quality investigations and any resulting remediation work is completed in alignment with current industry best practices 

• Design and implement groundwater studies, including groundwater monitoring programmes and aquifer testing. 

• Working collaboratively with key regulators on technical groundwater related issues across the Anglian Region, including both the Environment Agency and Drinking Water Inspectorate. 

• Providing operational support in response to groundwater quality and yield challenges to ensure continued security of groundwater resources for our customers. 

• Develop and manage groundwater asset plans to ensure effective groundwater asset management 

• Act as technical sponsor for our borehole capital maintenance programme to ensure capital investment is effectively used to minimise business risk 

• Working closely with our in-house groundwater engineers to support the delivery of asset maintenance activities including  condition surveys, performance tests, borehole rehabilitation and borehole refurbishment. 

What do you need?   

• First degree in relevant subject area (e.g. science, engineering) 

• To preferably have post graduate qualification in hydrogeology or related subject  

• Project/programme management experience 

• Chartered with a relevant professional body e.g. Geological society, CIWEM or equivalent (desirable)  

• Proven track record in Water Resources Management 

• A strong understanding of the the standards and regulations that govern drinking water quality and groundwater abstraction 

• An understanding of the  hydrogeology of the Anglian Region  

• Ability to problem solve technical  challenges in a logical manner

• Can work effectively in both office and field environments 

• Good commercial awareness  

• Full Valid UK driving licence 

Your benefits will include:      

• Personal private health care      

• 26 days annual leave – rising with length of service     

• Flexible working       

• Pension scheme – Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6%      

• Up to 8% Bonus scheme    

• Flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle.     

You’ll take pride and responsibility in your work. With an open frame of mind and a willingness to use new tools and technology, you’ll work collaboratively to deliver results on a day-to-day basis.   

If the opportunity to join our team and keep our water flowing appeals, please apply today!