Junior​/Assistant Hydrogeologist

Job Description Overview

Transform our Urban Legacy. We have a great opportunity for a dynamic and motivated Junior / Assistant Hydrogeologist specialising in contaminated land and brownfield development, engineering hydrogeology or to join our Sustainable Land and Resource Management Practice.

Based in either our Exeter, Bristol, Birmingham, Cambridge, Epsom or London office (with flexible hybrid working), you will be part of an award‑winning group of hydrogeology and contaminated land experts delivering innovative brownfield solutions to major UK infrastructure projects across the transportation, energy, buildings and places and water markets.

Provide digital and technical input to projects supporting the delivery of contaminated land and hydrogeological projects, including delivery of site investigations, development of robust conceptual site models, controlled waters risk assessments, numerical modelling and design reports.

Organise and supervise site works (including contractors) and prepare and manage appropriate H&S requirements. Produce and check complex groundwater models relating to groundwater flow, contamination transport, engineering hydrogeology and civil engineering challenges.

Prepare relevant Environmental Impact Assessment chapters for a wide range of projects. Manage own work, supporting senior management to ensure projects are delivered on‑time, on budget and to quality and client expectations.

Develop own competence and maintain CPD necessary to fulfil the responsibilities of the role, with support from the business on training and development needs.

Degree qualified in a relevant engineering or science subject (e.g. hydrogeology, geology, chemistry, environmental science). MSc or PhD in hydrogeology or related subject is preferable.

Actively working towards Chartered Membership of a relevant professional body.

Relevant postgraduate experience (ideally within a consultancy environment), with a track record in delivering work on‑time, on budget and to quality and client expectations.

Demonstrable understanding of land contamination/brownfield land/engineering hydrogeology issues, including relevant codes of practice and industry standards.

Experience of handing large data sets and developing graphic representations of data or finding new digital ways of working. Willingness to travel and undertake site‑based work across the UK. Full UK driving licence.

Competitive salaries, employee rewards and a range of benefits which can be tailored to suit your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. Hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong.

We are a Disability Confident Leader and are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.