Senior Hydrologist

Senior Hydrogeologist

Location:

Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Salary: £48,000 - £60,000

Ready to take technical leadership within a respected environmental consultancy while remaining anchored to Shrewsbury? This Senior Hydrogeologist opportunity offers influence, mentoring responsibility and long-term progression.

A specialist contaminated land and hydrogeology team is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist to support projects across water resources, land development and landfill sectors. As a Senior Hydrogeologist, you will lead projects from inception through to completion while strengthening client relationships and supporting team growth.

This Senior Hydrogeologist role combines hands-on hydrogeological assessment with groundwater modelling, risk evaluation and strategic input. Flexible hybrid working is available alongside a strong Shrewsbury base.

Key responsibilities
Manage hydrogeology projects and client relationships
Develop conceptual site models and groundwater models
Interpret datasets and deliver robust technical advice
Prepare and review reports aligned with legislation
Mentor junior staff and support professional development
Contribute to business development within your specialism

Candidate requirements
Chartered status with relevant professional body
Degree in Hydrogeology or related discipline
Strong field monitoring and sampling experience

Experience with analytical and numerical groundwater models
Confident stakeholder and project management skills

Why apply
This Senior Hydrogeologist position offers a salary of £48,000 - £60,000, hybrid working and the opportunity to shape a technically strong Shrewsbury-based team.

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.