Graduate Hydrogeologist (Energy 2027

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Join our 2027 Graduate Programme as a Graduate Hydrogeologist in our High Wycombe or Shrewsbury office, where you will become part of a market-leading Energy & Resources discipline.

As a graduate Hydrogeologist, you will balance technical learning with practical project delivery to support key groundwater and environmental projects across the UK. You will sit within our dedicated team of hydro geologists, as part of a wider national Energy & Resources GEO team of about 40 specialists.

Depending on your specific skill set and interests, day‑to‑day project work can be tailored to range from modelling and desk‑based risk assessments to active site support.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Hydrogeological Site Characterisation: Assisting with groundwater investigations, field testing, and site characterisation activities.
• Modelling & Quantitative Analysis: Applying the fundamentals of groundwater flow modelling and fate and transport modelling to real‑world projects.
• Risk Assessments & Permitting: Supporting the preparation of Hydrogeological Risk Assessments (H1RAs) and environmental permitting documentation.
• Contaminant Hydrogeology: Assisting with land quality assessments, groundwater contamination investigations, and monitoring programmes.
• Technical Reporting: Preparing high‑quality technical reports, data sets, and technical presentations for clients and regulatory bodies.
• Cross‑Sector
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Working closely with multidisciplinary teams across Energy & Resources as well as Water to support discipline resilience and broad project delivery.

We are committed to supporting employees in achieving relevant professional qualifications and accreditation. The applicable professional qualification for this role is Chartered Geologist (CGeol) status with the Geological Society of London (GSL).

In this role, you will play a critical part in protecting groundwater resources and managing environmental risks across the UK. Supporting high‑profile energy, industrial, and quarrying projects—such as Urenco Capenhurst, major HS2/BBV Hydrogeological Risk Assessments, and CEMEX aggregate developments—your technical insights will directly inform land quality and sustainable water management. Working alongside seasoned specialists, your contribution to quantitative hydrogeology and site assessments will help communities navigate environmental challenges and leave a lasting, positive legacy.

Take a look at our Energy business line here:
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At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with an MSc in Hydrogeology and a keen interest in the energy transition, you will also be:

• An Adapter – You’re able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
• A Perseverer – You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• An Eager Learner – You have a keen interest in major infrastructure and data‑driven decision‑making, using new knowledge to anticipate how situations unfold.
• A Collaborator – You work effectively with diverse engineering, digital, and asset management specialists, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.
• A Problem‑Solver – You possess strong analytical skills, love to give your thoughts based on what you see and are unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long‑term career at Stantec
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