Principal Hydrogeologist

• One of Australia's largest employee-owned environmental consultancies
• Flexible work arrangements and excellent employee benefits
• Additional Benefit of a #ME Day (Paid day off once a month)

About Umwelt

Umwelt is an Australian owned and run environmental consultancy that has been operating for over 35 years across Australia. We are a team of vibrant professionals with experience across a range of sectors including renewables, infrastructure, defence, regulation and policy, resources, and the urban development sector. Now is an exciting time to join Umwelt and be an integral part of the journey, as we expand the Water Services group, which includes integrated groundwater and surface water technical services.

Umwelt is looking to appoint an experienced Principal Hydrogeologist to join our team, as we continue to grow and expand our Water Services group.

About the Role

As a Principal Hydrogeologist, you will play a pivotal role in leading groundwater projects, offering expert guidance on the broad range of hydrogeological work, from field testing to groundwater impact assessments.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, oversee data collection and analysis, and provide strategic advice to clients on groundwater sustainability and regulatory compliance. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys guiding junior staff, can prioritise tasks and find innovative solutions to help address technical or project challenges, and thrives on delivering great technical work.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership through the delivery of groundwater projects, and support the growth and success of the groundwater team
• Contribute to business development activities and continual improvement
• Demonstrate and deliver on technically accurate groundwater data analysis and reporting
• Lead small to large-scale projects, from proposal to completion, building strong client relationships and communication
• Work across a broad range of project types, from water/groundwater management plans, compliance reporting, trigger or water supply/security investigations, ecohydrological assessments, impact assessments and mine closure studies
• Provide expert advice on groundwater/water issues, regulations, and best practices
• Collaborate with clients, regulatory agencies, and other technical disciplines (i.e. ecology, social, cultural heritage and spatial analysis) to develop innovative and tailored solutions
• Provide positive leadership and guidance to junior staff, fostering a collaborative, productive and fun work environment

About You

• Degree qualifications in Hydrogeology, Engineering, Geology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in water/environmental consulting
• Sound capabilities in managing hydrogeological projects
• Experience in hydrogeological fieldwork and field data analysis
• Familiarity with numerical groundwater modelling preferred by not essential
• Strong leadership with a people focus, thriving in a fun, friendly environment that values work-life balance, while delivering innovative, high-quality technical work
• Strong analytical and problem-solving, and project management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced consulting environment

What's In It for You?

We care about our people and want to help you grow in your career. As part of our team, you will be offered:

• #ME Days: We provide our staff with up to an extra day of paid leave each month for mental health and wellbeing
• Flexible work options to suit your lifestyle
• A role with experienced professionals that can mentor you and help you develop your skills
• Opportunities to work across the country on different and challenging projects
• Opportunities to join Umwelt's Employee Share Plan
• A learning and development culture, with different training options and assistance
• Wellbeing tools and initiatives and hands on training
• An attractive salary based on your skills and experienced
• Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers

Diversity and Inclusion 

At Umwelt, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We're all responsible in creating a diverse, inclusive, and accountable culture where employees of all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging, mutual respect, and kindness.

The Umwelt team are privileged to collaborate closely with Indigenous communities across the nation, and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment not only enriches our workplace culture but also drives innovation and excellence in all that we do. Join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and contributions are valued.

Join the Umwelt Team 

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via SEEK. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.  

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To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia.