Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Senior Hydrogeologist Location: Shrewsbury Salary: £35,000 – £45,000
Are you a Senior Hydrogeologist looking to take greater ownership of groundwater and water resources projects within a growing specialist consultancy? This Senior Hydrogeologist opportunity in Shrewsbury offers technical responsibility, project leadership and strong long-term progression within a respected environmental business.
A specialist hydrogeology and water consultancy is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist to support continued growth across groundwater, water resources and flood risk services. As a Senior Hydrogeologist, you will manage projects from inception through to completion while supporting clients, regulators and junior team members across a varied UK project portfolio.
The Senior Hydrogeologist will lead technical delivery across hydrogeological and flood risk projects, contributing to fee proposals, mentoring and business improvement initiatives. This Senior Hydrogeologist role suits someone who enjoys technical problem solving, project management and working within a collaborative consultancy environment.
Key responsibilities * Deliver hydrogeology, groundwater and flood risk projects * Manage project programmes, budgets and resource allocation * Prepare and review technical reports, risk assessments and groundwater analyses * Supervise site investigations, monitoring and pumping tests * Liaise with clients, the Environment Agency, NRW and SEPA * Support fee proposals and business development activity * Mentor junior and mid-level staff * Contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement processes
Candidate requirements * Degree in Geology or related discipline * MSc in Hydrogeology or equivalent experience desirable * Strong hydrogeology, groundwater or water resources background * Experience managing projects independently * Strong understanding of UK regulatory frameworks and guidance * Excellent communication and report writing skills * Full UK driving licence
Why apply This Senior Hydrogeologist role offers the opportunity to join a growing specialist consultancy delivering technically varied and environmentally important projects. The salary for this Senior Hydrogeologist position is £35,000 – £45,000, alongside hybrid working, company car, pension, life insurance, wellbeing support and strong professional development opportunities.
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Hydrogeology and Water specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
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