Senior Hydrogeologist – Environment & Planning

TOBIN, An AtkinsRéalis Company, is a leading multidisciplinary engineering and environmental consultancy delivering innovative solutions across infrastructure, renewable energy, transport, water, and environmental sectors.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Hydrogeologist to join our growing Environment & Planning team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and technically strong professional to contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects while mentoring junior staff and supporting the continued growth of our environmental services.

This role is available across Ireland – Dublin, Galway, Limerick, Sligo or Castlebar,

To note, following TOBIN’s recent acquisition by AtkinsRéalis, TOBIN now operates as TOBIN, an AtkinsRéalis Company. Candidates applying for this position will become part of the wider AtkinsRéalis group, a world-leading engineering and project management company.

• Lead and deliver hydrogeological and environmental assessments across a range of sectors.
• Liaise directly with clients, regulators, landowners, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Prepare and review technical reports, environmental assessments, groundwater risk assessments, and supporting documentation.
• Organise, oversee, and undertake field investigations, monitoring programmes, and hydrogeological surveys.
• Procure and manage site investigations and specialist surveys.
• Support the preparation of Environmental Impact Assessment Reports (EIARs), Planning & Environmental Consideration Reports (PECRs), Appropriate Assessment (AA) Screenings, and Natura Impact Statements (NISs).
• Provide expert technical advice and contribute to planning and consenting processes.
• Represent projects at public consultation events, stakeholder meetings, and oral hearings where required.
• Manage project programmes, budgets, resources, and deliverables to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Review and quality-check technical work completed by junior and intermediate team members.
• Mentor and develop graduate and junior staff through coaching, training, and technical guidance.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities for business development.
• Stay current with industry developments, legislation, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies.
• Contribute to tender submissions and proposals for new work opportunities.
• Support and promote quality, health and safety, environmental management, and sustainability objectives across all projects.

• A Level 8 Honours Degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Environmental Science, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Professional accreditation as a Professional Geologist (PGeo) or equivalent recognised professional membership.
• Minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience in hydrogeology, environmental consultancy, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience managing technical projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of Irish environmental legislation, planning processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Full clean driving licence and willingness to undertake fieldwork where required.

• Strong hydrogeological investigation, monitoring, and assessment experience.
• Experience specifying and interpreting site investigations, boreholes, and groundwater monitoring programmes.
• Strong report writing, technical review, and data interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in GIS software such as ArcGIS, Arc Collector, Map Info, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Microsoft Teams, and project management software.
• Working knowledge of hydrogeological and environmental modelling software such as Aquifer Test, MODFLOW, Land Sim, P20, or similar.
• Excellent fieldwork, surveying, and site management skills.

Find out more and apply at TOBIN, an AtkinsRéalis Company – Senior Hydrogeologist