Hydrogeologist

Overview

Are you a Hydrogeologist looking to apply your expertise to vital, large-scale projects and make a tangible impact on water security in the South East?

Do you want to work for a company that values your technical skills, offers a great work-life balance, and invests in your ongoing professional development?

We\’re looking for an experienced Hydrogeologist to join our Engineering team. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity where you\’ll be involved in the full lifecycle of our capital engineering projects—from initial feasibility and scoping right through to detailed design, construction, and commissioning.

You’ll be a key technical contributor, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team on challenging projects that ensure the resilience of our water supply. If you’re ready to share your knowledge, take ownership of complex technical deliverables, and drive the hydrogeological output for essential infrastructure, this role offers the perfect blend of impact, challenge, and purpose.

Main responsibilities

• Development of technical solutions and coordinating work with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Production of technical reports and the ability to work independently and as a team member to carry out checking, reviews and approval of complex technical reports and analyses.
• Analysis of options and selection of technical solutions as appropriate.
• Feel empowered to act on the best available data within the guidelines of SEW and Regulatory frameworks.
• Ensuring contractors work complies with both SEW, Regulatory and Industry best practice.
• Assistance in preparation of scoping documents, project reports and close out documents in concert with contractors and other SEW teams.
• Review and authorize technical works for final sign off by Lead Hydrogeologist.
• Support direct reports when working independently either on projects or in the field.
• Maintain BH condition database and use best judgement when assessing criteria.
• On-site inspection of works and surveys in accordance with industry best practice and regulatory guidance.
• Challenge preconceptions and approach problems with new perspectives.
• Participation in multi disciplinary meetings to ensure the smooth transition of information.

Qualification / Skills

• MSc in Hydrogeology.
• Chartered Geologist or working towards.
• Good technical report writing and good oral communication.
• Knowledge of different aquifers and their characteristics.
• A developing understanding of the multi disciplinary approach to operating as a Hydrogeologist in todays academic & industrial setting (catchment issues, regulatory issues, land contamination, engineering).
• You will ideally have gained experience in the water industry or within the broader utilities and/or subsurface industry.
• Understanding of EA Regulations, DWI Standards.
• Good technical delivery on projects.

Bonus qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in water utilities or subsurface industry with exposure to Hydrogeology.
• Experience of BH drilling and subsurface support activities (BH cleaning, Geophysical Logging).
• Willingness to learn, willingness to teach.
• Adaptable and able to respond to challenging situations.
• Demonstrate initiative and an ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of using Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides etc).

Benefits

• Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.
• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.
• Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.
• Paid volunteering days.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Health cash plan.
• Life assurance.
• Wellbeing related benefits.

Recruitment

• To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.
• It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.
• Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.

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If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, apply now!

Compensation

Up to £45,000 dependent on experience.

We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That’s why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water.