Principal / Associate Hydrogeologist (Mining) in London

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A little more about your role: WSP has an opportunity for a Principal to Associate Level Groundwater Modeller to join our UK and Ireland Mine Water team on a full-time, permanent basis in our UK or Ireland offices. This position would be involved in technical leadership and delivery of mining hydrogeology projects internationally, supported by a multidisciplinary team of hydrogeologists, hydrologists, geochemists and engineers. We work on projects at all parts of the mining life cycle, from exploration and pre-feasibility through to mine closure.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Deliver consulting services in the areas of groundwater modelling, hydrogeology, mine dewatering and depressurization, mine water management, environmental social impact assessments and risk assessments, and water supply work.
• Development and review of numerical and analytical groundwater models using state of the art modelling software.
• Project coordination, managing and participating actively in the development of budgets, schedules and plans for projects and proposals.
• Collation, analysis and quality management of hydrogeological, hydrological and geotechnical data.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of client relationships, either through project-based client interaction or through supporting business development efforts of other senior staff.
• Mentor junior and intermediate staff within the Mine Water team to support their career development, technical excellence and commercial awareness.
• Working in a collaborative manner with colleagues from other disciplines within WSP Mining as required.
• Display a ‘safety first’ attitude in line with an interdependent health, safety and wellbeing culture, promoting positive health, safety and wellbeing, raising safety issues through the appropriate channels and adhering to WSP’s health, safety and wellbeing policy and procedures.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate:

• An MSc Hydrogeology (or equivalent) combined with a BSc degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline (e.g. geology, civil engineering, mining, environmental science, etc).
• Advanced use of industry standard groundwater modelling packages (e.g. MODFLOW, FEFLOW, SEEP/W).
• Advanced use of GIS and coding (e.g. Python).
• Use of geological modelling packages such as Leapfrog.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, in English.
• Previous experience of field work (e.g. groundwater monitoring, drill rig supervision, aquifer testing etc).
• Display initiative and engage decision making skills.
• Good organisational abilities and time management skills.

Desirable skills:

• Previous experience of working within a consultancy environment on mining projects.
• Previous experience using PEST.
• Additional language skills, such as Spanish and French.
• Flexibility, willingness, and ability to travel both locally and internationally.
• Chartership with relevant organisation.
• The ability to attend remote location within Great Britain.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 80,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today.

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WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Work-life balance: At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
• Health & Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most.
• Flex your time: To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
• Your development: We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.