Early Career Hydrogeologists

Field expeditions across Australia
- Use the science of hydrogeology to unlock information on underground water systems
- Be mentored by the largest team of groundwater specialists on the east coast of Australia

**At AGE Consultants, it’s our people who are shaping our future, so let’s talk about you first.**

Are you the type of geoscientist who enjoys collaborating with like-minded team mates, being out in the field collecting geological and hydrogeological data, and developing robust conceptual and numerical models of complex groundwater systems? Are you yearning to work with expert senior and principal hydrogeologists and numerical modellers to deliver practical solutions to environmental challenges? Are you keen to carve out a pathway in hydrogeology? Manage water security projects that will shape Australia’s future? More career satisfaction and mentorship? More exposure to numerical modelling? A specialisation in groundwater? If the answer is yes, please read on because at AGE, we are seeking a full-time, graduates and/or early career hydrogeologists, based in our Brisbane office.

**About Us**

At Australasian Groundwater and Environmental Consultants Pty Ltd (AGE), we empower informed water decisions for industry, government, and communities. Established in 1997, we are wholly employee owned and operated. We proudly employ the **largest team of groundwater specialists on the East Coast of Australia **with 34 full-time professional hydrogeologists across our Brisbane, Newcastle, Townsville and Perth offices. We contribute to solving the world’s greatest problems in a changing global climate, by supporting the advancement and sustainability of business, communities, and our environment. With a strong reputation for high quality work, we are the go-to specialists for groundwater consulting for a changing world.

We share information openly and deliberately. We teach our modelling techniques to everyone in our team who is interested in this area. We are early adopters of new technology. Our 10-year strategic plan furthers our sustainable and robust business model and rewards everyone in our team. AGE is revolutionising.

**The Roles**

We have multiple pathways available for early career hydrogeologists joining our team, whether you have a passion for physical hydrogeology or a desk-based numerical modelling interest (or both).

Supported by a team that produces high quality results, in an environment of supportive teamwork and innovation, you will assess the impacts of resource projects on groundwater systems; develop groundwater supplies for towns, villages, mines, irrigation, stock, and domestic purposes; manage dewatering and groundwater control needs around mines and deep excavations, and assess groundwater to assist in the development, management, and closure of landfills.

The field work includes FIFO and DIDO to various mining and agricultural sites, you will operate a manual 4WD vehicle; install monitoring bore/VWP installations; conduct field tests (slug tests, packer tests, and pumping tests); conduct routine collection of water sample data; download information from data loggers; design bores; analyse data; report on results; and perform routine maintenance (light duties) on the monitoring network as required.

We have developed a numerical modelling methodology that we are keen to teach all of our early career hydrogeologists in conjunction with field based studies, who will become multi-skilled groundwater specialist consultants.

Travel is required for up to 2 weeks at a time in various remote locations throughout Queensland and rural Australia.

**To be successful in this role,** you will have a degree in geology, environmental science or environmental engineering and ideally post graduate qualifications or courses completed that demonstrate your intention to pursue a long term hydrogeology career. You will also require
- Physical fitness and a willingness to travel for up to 2 weeks in remote Australia.
- A manual drivers licence, with 4WD experience preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- A commitment to safety
- A curiosity for numerical modelling (for those interested in developing these skills)

**The Opportunities**

Our projects are fulfilling and challenging. We have an in-house professional development program to support you to advance your career in the direction you want to take.

You will join a team of experts including readily accessible principal consultants who have each worked in the groundwater industry for more than 20 years.

After experiencing consistent growth over many years, we have a very healthy pipeline of groundwater projects and this role is an integral part of our current and future plans. You will also have the opportunity to explore various renewable energy resources.

These are full-time stable roles with sensible work hours and a cohesive, family friendly team. We offer a long-term career pathway, competitive salary, team b