Senior Hydrogeologist

Who are we looking for?

GHD’s Geotechnical and Hydrogeology Group in Victoria is seeking aSenior Hydrogeologist to join our team in one of our Victorian offices – Melbourne, Geelong, Mildura, Traralgon or Albury-Wodonga.

You’ll be part of our Hydrogeology team, working alongside a diverse group of hydrogeologists, engineers and geoscientists. Our team delivers specialist technical advice and services across groundwater resource management, impact assessment, environmental protection, infrastructure development, and mining. You’ll also collaborate with our global hydrogeology network, contributing to projects across Australia, Asia Pacific and beyond.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

- Leading and supporting hydrogeological investigations and assessments across municipal and commercial scale water supply, mining, infrastructure and environmental sectors.
- Designing and managing field programs including bore design, installation, aquifer testing, groundwater monitoring and sampling.
- Developing and refining conceptual hydrogeological models and supporting numerical modelling efforts.
- Providing technical advice on groundwater resource planning, impact assessments and regulatory compliance.
- Preparing and reviewing technical reports, proposals, budgets and work programs.
- Mentoring junior team members and contributing to knowledge sharing and capability development.
- Engaging with clients and stakeholders to build strong relationships and deliver high-quality outcomes.

What would you bring to the team?

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Hydrogeology or related discipline.
- 10+ years of experience in hydrogeological consulting or applied groundwater science.
- Strong technical skills in groundwater investigations, conceptualisation and impact assessment.
- Experience with Victoria’s groundwater framework, regulations and policy is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in data analytics, particularly through coding and spatial analytics through GIS, to support/inform hydrogeological modelling.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Experience in managing projects and project teams effectively
- A collaborative mindset and a passion for mentoring and team development.

Interested? Apply online now by submitting your CV and Cover Letter

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces a range of flexible work practices to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

About Us

Come together and make a meaningful impact. We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world/'s most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD. Let/'s drive real change. Our Pledge to You
At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today. See where your commitment could take you.
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GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.

Job Info

- Job Identification 23340
- Job Category Science
- Posting Date 09/08/2025, 03:07 AM
- Apply Before 10/09/2025, 02:07 AM
- Locations 180 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, AU

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