Overview
Graduate Hydrogeologist (Energy) - Birmingham/Shrewsbury - 2026
Location: Birmingham, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom. Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.
Responsibilities
* Collection, management and interpretation of data from a wide range of sources, including field investigations.
* Development of conceptual site models.
* Preparation of hydrogeological impact assessments to identify potential impacts on the water environment and appropriate mitigation measures.
* Production of water monitoring schemes to ensure compliance with planning permissions and regulatory requirements.
* Supporting applications for abstraction licences and environmental permits for discharge activities.
* Preparation of hydrogeological risk assessments using bespoke software to assess the potential risk to the water environment from landfill operation or deposit of waste on land as a recovery operation.
* Supporting the Hydrology team with flood risk assessments and drainage strategies for our clients.
As a member of the Minerals and Resources team, you will provide technical support to the project team by carrying out field work, data management and analysis, and high-quality report writing related to services in minerals extraction, waste management and land restoration for regulators or private clients. You will work closely with other teams such as the Hydrology team, Environmental Permitting team, and Water team, offering varied career development opportunities.
Examples of work carried out by graduates in the current team include data management using EQuIS, annual environmental monitoring reporting, collecting and collating field hydrometric and water quality data, processing data in Microsoft Excel and ArcGIS, and contributing to hydrogeological impact and risk assessments.
About You
We value potential and relevant education. To apply, you should have:
* A MSc in Hydrogeology (or equivalent).
* A BSc degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline (geology, geography, mining, environmental science, etc.).
Additionally, we look for these attributes:
* An adapter: able to remain calm in new and changing situations, switching between dynamic tasks.
* A Perseverer: composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
* A Collaborator: able to work effectively with diverse people and perspectives.
* A Problem-Solver: willing to think independently and challenge conventional thinking.
Please note: graduates are requested to come into the office 4 days per week to receive adequate team support.
What We Can Offer You
* A competitive salary
* Private medical insurance
* A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
* Permanent employment contract to demonstrate commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
* Professional progression plan to support you in achieving chartership
* A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and ERG network
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites more than 32,000 employees in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years, planning, designing, delivering and managing development and infrastructure to support sustainable, healthy communities.
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and accessible accommodations if needed.
If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Contract
* Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
* Industries: Business Consulting and Services
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