Groundwater Modelling Advisor

Groundwater Modelling Advisor – 32524

Environment Agency is seeking an experienced Hydrogeologist and Project Manager to lead groundwater modelling and delivery of water resource projects. Key priorities include regulatory groundwater model development, updates, and operation in support of business decisions to protect the environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the groundwater investigation and modelling programme, including field investigations, model refinement and scenario testing.
• Manage projects through initiation to delivery within the team programme.
• Serve as the technical expert for groundwater investigations and modelling, staying current with internal and external developments.
• Support intellectual property licensing for external use of Agency data, information and models.
• Participate actively in the groundwater modelling community.

Qualifications and Experience

• Water resources specialist with experience developing groundwater models.
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, contract procurement, and stakeholder management.
• Ability to organise, prioritise and deliver complex activities.
• Proven skill in interpreting groundwater model results for decision‑making.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in presenting technical information to diverse audiences.
• Degree level education in Hydrology, Hydrogeology or Water Resources Engineering (Higher Degree preferred).
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion and working effectively with people from different backgrounds.

Benefits

• Flexible working patterns, including job share.
• National role with a hybrid working base at the EA Office.
• Collaborative, inclusive culture within the National OCS Water Resources Team.

Inclusion and Equality

We are fully committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, including flexible working arrangements. Applications are blind; we support candidates with disabilities through a guaranteed interview policy.

Application Process

Applications are assessed by competency questions. Interviews will be conducted via MS Teams the week beginning 12 January 2026.