Early Career Hydrogeologist

Great balance of field work and desk based studies
- Niche specialist company with a small, close knit team
- Long term role with a rewarding career pathway in environmental management

**About AGE Consultants**

We’re Australia’s groundwater specialists, providing groundwater and environmental advisory for more than 20 years. We have a depth of knowledge and experience across major industries, agriculture, government and communities throughout Australasia and beyond. We listen to our clients’ needs and challenges, share our knowledge and tailor our service delivery accordingly.

We’re hydrogeologists, hydrogeochemists and numerical modellers. We specialise in end-to-end groundwater services, from field work to analysis and reports, numerical modelling, expert advisory and peer review. This gives us an acute understanding of the commercial, environmental, government and community challenges faced in our increasingly complex world.

As early adopters of cutting-edge modelling techniques, we’re dedicated to delivering informed, comprehensive outcomes for our clients, no matter the sector or challenge.

Through powerful insights and clear advice, we empower informed water decisions that help our clients, communities and environment thrive.

**The Role**

Working in the Australian mining and water sector, as a Hydrogeologist - Project Consultant in our Newcastle office, you will collect, manage and report on groundwater data. Predominantly mining approvals and compliance based, your objectives will include:

- driving to various mine sites in the Hunter Valley;
- participating in field work campaigns (DIDO and FIFO)
- routine collection of water sample data;
- monitoring bore and VWP installations;
- conducting field tests (slug tests, packer tests, and pumping tests);
- downloading information from data loggers;
- bore design;
- data analysis and interpretation;
- provide input and planning of projects including field programs;
- reporting;
- performing routine maintenance (light duties) on the monitoring network as required; and
- learning our bespoke numerical modelling techniques

This is a full time role with a good work life balance and a long-term development pathway, advancing your career as a groundwater consultant. At AGE you will explore various career path options such as project management, conceptualisation, numerical modelling and business development.

**About You**

Applicants will require a degree in earth science, geoscience, environmental science or geology. Post graduate studies in hydrogeology would be an advantage. Experience on mining sites (ideally on a rig), bore installations, groundwater sampling and monitoring is preferred. Ideally, you will have experience in pumping tests, packer testing and VWP installations. Ongoing training will also be provided. You will appreciate the importance of accurate data collection as well as a balance of field and desktop capabilities including strong verbal and written communication and sound report writing skills.

You will be seeking to join a comprehensive field studies regime as you build your knowledge and develop a career in groundwater, with a balance of field and desktop capabilities. An interest in numerical modelling would be an advantage; We are looking for an enthusiastic, practical self-starter to commit to field work in the Hunter Valley as well as various locations around Australia on occasion. You will require a valid manual drivers’ licence, preferably with 4WD experience and certification.

Unafraid to roll your sleeves up, you will need to be physically fit and resilient.

**The Opportunities**

As part of the AGE team, you will be working on various projects with the following objectives:

- assessing impacts from resource projects on groundwater systems;
- developing groundwater supplies for municipality, agriculture, and resource sector;
- investigating dewatering and groundwater control needs for excavations; and
- assessing groundwater systems to assist in the development, management, and closure of landfills.

After experiencing consistent growth over many years, we have a very healthy pipeline of groundwater work, and this role will be an integral part of our current and future plans.

A competitive salary commensurate with experience is on offer as well as the opportunity to collaborate with our diverse team of consultants, who have worked in the industry for more than 25 years. Field work can be up to two weeks in length and your overtime in the field will be accrued as time off in lieu. We also provide a generous per diem for food and incidentals while away.

This is a long term career development opportunity, with Australia’s leading specialist groundwater consultancy. We are seeking an immediate start.

If you are keen to embark on a career in groundwater please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest in this role to our Careers Consultant, Susan Leon, via the relevant links. If you wish