NSW Lead - Hydrogeology (Newcastle) Energy · Newcastle ·

At KCB, our purpose is Sustaining the Future, and we apply this purpose through practical, risk‑informed solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. Guided by our values of Passion, Integrity, and Excellence, we focus on building trusted relationships, delivering high‑quality work, and supporting our clients and communities over the long term. We are building a thriving Newcastle team known for passionate, high‑integrity people delivering technical excellence across mining, dams, water, and civil infrastructure projects.

We’re seeking a NSW Lead – Hydrogeology to grow, guide, and shape our Newcastle geoscience capability. In this role, you’ll lead and deliver projects, define technical approaches, ensure quality, mentor emerging talent, and help expand our presence in NSW. This leadership opportunity is ideal for someone who brings:

• Passion: for meaningful work, for helping clients, and for building a strong technical team
• Integrity: trust, respect, accountability, and professionalism
• Excellence: delivering robust, defensible, risk‑informed solutions to complex hydrogeological problems

You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy leading technical direction, mentoring emerging talent, and driving team growth. You’ll help shape our Newcastle office’s capability, culture, and client relationships, with opportunities to contribute across Australia and globally.

What you will do:

• Lead and review complex hydrogeological studies, including conceptualisation, geological and hydrogeological interpretation, and development of management strategies.
• Provide senior technical input into assessments for dewatering, aquifer injection, contaminant hydrogeology, groundwater modelling, and groundwater management plans.
• Lead or supervise analytical and numerical modelling for groundwater systems, including those associated with WRDs, TSFs, and major infrastructure.
• Direct field programs (drilling, aquifer testing, sampling, mapping, contractor oversight) and ensure robust data collection and interpretation.
• Oversee preparation of high‑quality technical deliverables, reports, and proposals.
• Provide technical assurance and mentoring to junior and mid‑level hydrogeologists.
• Build strong client relationships and support BD efforts to expand our NSW project portfolio.
• Support project managers and collaborate with our multidisciplinary team across geoscience and engineering.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, or Geoscience (post‑graduate qualification preferred).
• 15+ years’ hydrogeology experience across fieldwork, data analysis, conceptual model development, assessment, design, and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience preparing proposals and technical deliverables.
• Proven ability to mentor and lead colleagues while fostering a positive, collaborative culture.
• A strong client focus and the ability to build long‑term, trusted relationships.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally where required.

What We Offer:

• Additional Superannuation: 2.5% extra to secure your future;
• Income Protection Insurance: Peace of mind for you and your family;
• Parental and Volunteer Leave: Support for your personal and community commitments;
• Novated Leasing: Flexible vehicle leasing options;
• Hybrid Working Policy: Balance work and life with our flexible approach;
• Social and Mental Well‑being Initiatives: Programs to support your overall well‑being;
• Training and Development Opportunities: Continuous growth and learning;
• Additional incentives may be available dependent on the performance of the company, business unit and individual.

This is an opportunity to take on a senior leadership role in a growing region, influence the direction of our geoscience practice in NSW, and work on world‑class, high‑impact projects. Are you up to the challenge? Please apply online.