Groundwater Modelling Virtual Team Leader

Overview

Groundwater Modelling Virtual Team Leader at SLR Consulting. This role leads our national Groundwater Modelling team (virtual team of 11 across Brisbane, Melbourne and Wollongong) and collaborates with state-based groundwater and surface water team leaders to deliver solutions for clients. The role works with the Technical Discipline Manager (TDM) and Hydrogeology Technical Directors to implement the business plan aligned with our global priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the national Groundwater Modelling team as a virtual team across multiple offices.
• Collaborate with state-based groundwater and surface water team leaders to deliver client solutions.
• Work with the Technical Discipline Manager and Hydrogeology Technical Directors to implement the business plan focused on expanding and enhancing core services, investing in emerging areas, and validating future opportunities.
• Contribute to a strong backlog and pipeline of work through technical excellence, practical solutions and strong client relationships.
• Engage with other SLR teams and sectors to deliver multidisciplinary projects where needed.

Our Team and Environment

Our APAC Hydrology and Hydrogeology team is one of the largest in SLR Australia, enabling growth and expansion of core business. This role involves working in a collaborative environment across multiple offices and with other environmental specialists, delivering projects across mining & minerals, built environment, infrastructure, industry and power.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a groundwater leader with excellent team coordination and management skills, the ability to motivate staff and develop their careers, strong client relationships and commercial acumen. Technical excellence is a core value, and you should thrive in a dynamic consulting environment. We are open to investing in future leaders with technical hydrogeology experience but early in people management, as well as experienced leaders seeking a change. The role is flexible to fit the right candidate within our large team and autonomy to grow the business.

To Be Successful In This Role You Will Need

• 7–20+ years of industry experience as a hydrogeologist, including consultancy experience
• An appropriate Engineering or Science tertiary qualification
• Strong technical background in numerical modelling, hydrogeological conceptualisation, groundwater impact assessment and hydrogeological investigation
• Understanding of Australian groundwater legislation and guidelines related to resource development and infrastructure projects; working knowledge of state groundwater legislation, policies, standards and guidelines is highly regarded
• Strong commitment to Health and Safety
• Demonstrated experience managing and delivering large technical projects, particularly complex groundwater modelling projects
• Excellent interpersonal skills, self-motivation and ability to work effectively within a team
• Excellent communication and technical report writing skills
• Experience mentoring junior staff in preparing quality reports on time and within budget
• Experience collaborating with related technical staff to deliver project solutions
• Ability to identify and convert opportunities and leverage client relationships for business development
• Proven track record in building, nurturing and maintaining ongoing client relationships
• Experience or understanding of the broader water market (surface water resources highly regarded)
• Australian citizenship or rights to work in Australia

Our Benefits

We offer a unique culture that supports collaboration on projects to achieve the best outcomes for clients. Whether you work in the office, from home or a mix, our benefits are designed to cater for diverse needs.

Next Steps

We make hiring decisions based on experience, skills and passion. Interviews are conducted with gender-diverse panels where possible. When you apply, please share your pronouns and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment consultants will not be accepted. You must be part of the preferred supplier agreement list coordinated through our Talent Acquisition team.

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