Senior Hydrogeologist
Shrewsbury
Hybrid
Flexible working arrangements with a mix of office-based and remote work, plus travel to project sites as required.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Hydrogeologist to join H Fraser Consulting's Contaminated Land & Hydrogeology team. This is a chance to work in a technically excellent, innovative team delivering projects across the UK. You'll play a key role in both project delivery and the strategic development of services, helping shape the future of the business while mentoring junior colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage hydrogeology projects from inception to completion, ensuring high-quality outputs and strong client relationships
* Develop and interpret conceptual site models, numerical and analytical groundwater models, risk assessments, and large datasets
* Provide specialist support on water resources, environmental, land development, contaminated land, and landfill projects
* Prepare, review, and communicate technical reports and advice that comply with best practice and legislation
* Identify and contribute to business development opportunities within your technical specialism
* Mentor junior staff, delegate tasks effectively, and support professional development within the team
* Keep abreast of technical innovations and ensure project delivery adds value for clients
Candidate Requirements
* Chartered status with GeolSoc, IES, IEMA, CIWEM, or equivalent
* BSc/BEng in Hydrogeology or relevant subject; MSc or postgraduate qualification preferred
* Proven field experience, including drilling, sampling, groundwater/surface water monitoring, and aquifer testing
* Strong experience in common analytical modelling packages (RTM, CLEA, ConSim, RAM); experience with MODFLOW or FEFLOW is a plus
* Excellent project, client, and stakeholder management skills
* Strong teamwork, mentoring, and leadership abilities
* UK Driving Licence required
Why Join
* Competitive salary (TBC) with flexible 37.5-hour work week and time off in lieu/overtime arrangements
* 4% company pension contribution
* Health and wellbeing allowance (£35/month for approved activities)
* Company profit share contributing to staff bonuses, community projects, and business development
* Opportunity to work in a team committed to high-quality science, professional development, and community engagement
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
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