Senior Hydrogeologist - Mine Water

Job Overview

SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions. We are seeking an experienced Hydrogeologist / Mine Water Consultant to support an expanding pipeline of mining projects across the UK and internationally. The role is based in Truro and will involve travel across the UK, Europe and internationally.

• Provide hydrogeological input to mining projects including Pre‑Feasibility Studies (PFS), Feasibility Studies (FS), Due Diligence, Independent Assessments, Environmental & Social Impact Assessments (ESIA), Site Investigations and Closure Planning.
• Support the growth of mining‑related opportunities across Cornwall and the South West.
• Manage project tasks, budgets and technical deliverables.
• Work closely with internal teams, clients and external stakeholders.
• Mentor and support early‑career professionals.
• Develop technical knowledge and contribute to innovation in mine water management and hydrogeology.
• Provide hydrogeological support to wider environmental, engineering and subsurface projects.

• Demonstrable experience in hydrogeology, groundwater assessment and water management, ideally within the mining and minerals sector.
• Post‑graduate degree in Hydrogeology, Water Resources or a related discipline.
• Working towards Chartered status or already Chartered through a recognised professional body.
• Experience supporting mining studies including PFS, FS, ESIA, due diligence and site investigations.
• GIS and digital mapping experience.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience of site‑based investigations, including drilling supervision, groundwater sampling, hydraulic conductivity testing, pumping test data acquisition, contractor management and monitoring programmes.
• Strong technical reporting, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge of hydrogeological investigation and characterisation, conceptual site model development and water management practices.
• Experience with groundwater modelling, data management and CAD software advantageous.
• Driving licence permitting legal driving in the UK.

• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Life, income and travel insurance
• Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle‑to‑work schemes
• Volunteering and community giving
• Flexible, hybrid and agile working
• 25 days’ annual leave plus flexible public holidays
• Buy or sell leave options
• Core working hours
• Cross‑border remote working and sabbatical opportunities
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay
• Workplace nursery benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme – specialist support for mental health, stress and menopause.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident, Committed employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.