Principal Hydrogeologist

**Job no**: 519998

**Work type**: Full Time Fortescue Employee

**Location**: Perth Bennett St

**Categories**: Technical & Engineering

**_At Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) we are leading the global energy transition by developing a portfolio of renewable energy and green hydrogen projects. Our large scale, low-cost hydropower, geothermal, solar and wind assets will support establishment of green energy and green product industries around the world. FFI is committed to building thriving communities by delivering social, environmental, and economic benefits._**

**Principal Hydrogeologist**

**Work location: Perth, WA**

**Roster**: Monday to Friday

Support and complete technical works including conceptual design and technical assurance for projects involving groundwater water resource assessments, hydrogeological investigations, groundwater monitoring programmes, water systems management and water resource planning.

**Key responsibilities**:

- Conduct desktop hydrogeological assessments and conceptual designs to source and assess reliability of water quantity and quality to support entire project life cycle
- Collection and analysis of groundwater data (such as water quantity and quality information) to inform studies and additional site investigations
- Providing advice and information to study and project teams on hydrogeology and water resource considerations for design, construction, and maintenance, of engineered structures including water source investigations, hydrogeological groundwater modelling, water quality assessments and other related water management studies
- Planning and managing site investigations for the collection of hydrogeological and geophysical data
- Provide analysis of options for, and participate in the design of, water supply systems, groundwater abstraction borefields and wastewater disposal systems
- Managing and liaising with a range of project stakeholders including project engineers, vendors, consultants, and contractors
- Assist in preparation of construction plans, specifications and cost estimates including material quantity calculations
- Provide support to a diverse team of professionals across multiple parts of the project value chain
- Prepare documents summarizing work performed (report compilation and presentation)
- Preparing scopes of works for hydrogeological assessments, groundwater modelling studies and fieldwork programmes
- Risk assessment of water management, environmental impacts and related natural hazards

**Qualifications and skills required**:

- MSc or postgraduate diploma in Hydrogeology
- Currently holds RPGeo (Hydrogeology) or equivalent professional certification
- Geology or Environmental Engineering background
- Prior experience in a similar role preferably in the renewable energy sector, water supply or complex environments
- Minimum 15-years of experience in hydrogeology and water resource management
- Experience in conducting and supervising hydrogeological assessments and investigations, drilling programmes, testing, sampling and monitoring programmes, groundwater modelling, and/or groundwater risk assessments is essential
- Experience with water system planning and infrastructure design and management
- Detailed knowledge of a range of water resource management tools and processes
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of exploratory water investigation permitting, water use permitting processes and approvals is essential
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated project management skills, organisational and coordination abilities
- A strong capability in adapting to multidisciplinary environments, in particular communicating a range of Hydrogeology and Water Resource Management concepts to a wide range of experts
- Strong data management and manipulation skills, with excellent computer literacy skills
- Demonstrated experience in writing technical reports to a high standard
- Strong team skills and willingness to travel for short periods
- International hydrogeology and water management experience is highly desirable
- Experience in groundwater chemistry, water quality management and water quality processing is highly desirable
- Enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment in collaboration with other like-minded team members and adjacent project teams (also delivering a variation of the system)
- Our values drive our culture and performance through a strong focus on safety, family and determination. Fortescue is deeply committed to providing a safe culture that builds respect, fosters inclusiveness, and values diversity. We celebrate individual strengths and team members from all backgrounds are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work._
- Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with across the world. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTIQ+ community, g