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Associate Hydrogeologist

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Bristol
GBP55,000 : GBP65,000
Are you an Associate Hydrogeologist looking for greater technical and client responsibility? This is an opportunity to join an established multidisciplinary consultancy in Bristol, leading hydrogeology and water environment projects across infrastructure, renewables, power, industrial and built environment sectors.
The Associate Hydrogeologist will take responsibility for project and technical delivery, working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams while supporting the development of less experienced colleagues.
The Associate Hydrogeologist Role Will Include
- Leading hydrogeological assessments, investigations and monitoring programmes
- Preparing and reviewing EIA water chapters
- Water environment assessments, abstraction licensing and groundwater permitting
- Technical analysis, interpretation and reporting
- Managing client relationships and supporting proposals
- Leading multidisciplinary project delivery
- Mentoring and developing scientists and hydrogeologists
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The Associate Hydrogeologist Should Have
- Substantial UK hydrogeology or water environment experience
- A degree in Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Geoscience or a related discipline
- Strong hydrogeological assessment and water monitoring experience
- Knowledge of UK water legislation and regulatory requirements
- Strong technical reporting, client and communication skills
- Chartered status or be working towards chartership
- A driving licence permitting you to drive in the UK


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The Associate Hydrogeologist position offers GBP55,000 : GBP65,000, hybrid and flexible working, professional development, pension, private medical insurance and discretionary bonus.
If this Associate Hydrogeologist role feels close but not quite perfect, please do not be put off from applying. I specialise in Civil Engineering, Water and Flood Risk recruitment and may also be able to help with other suitable roles that are not currently advertised.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position. For further information, Andy Hopkins, with over 30 years recruitment experience.
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