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You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.\nA little more about your role:\nWSP has an opportunity for a Hydrogeologist to join our UK and Ireland Mine Water team on a full-time, permanent basis. You will work on a wide range of largely international projects spanning mine water management investigations, technical studies and design, environmental and social impact assessment; and hydrological, hydrogeological and contamination assessments for mining and land development projects. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career and technical interests while gaining exposure to challenging, multi-disciplinary projects.\nThe role will focus on working within the mining team on projects predominantly within the mining business, although there is also the potential to work within other local and international sectors including infrastructure, manufacturing, land development, contaminated land and sustainable water management teams.\nKey responsibilities will include:\nAssisting with the development of groundwater conceptual models for mining, waste, and contaminated sites, the preparation of risk assessments for contaminated sites, hydrogeological input to mining (scoping to feasibility studies) and ESIAs for mining, petroleum and other development projects;\nAssisting with groundwater model development using industry standard modelling packages (e.g. MODFLOW, FEFLOW, SEEP/W);\nCollation and quality management of environmental, groundwater, and geotechnical data;\nFactual reporting of field data and site condition;\nProject-based travel and site work, working away from home both in the UK and overseas. The frequency and duration of this will depend on business and client need;\nPerforming occasional field work on integrated hydrogeological and geotechnical programmes to include monitoring, supervision of borehole drilling and monitoring well installation, aquifer testing (including the use of borehole packers), installation of grouted vibrating wire piezometers, geotechnical logging and testing, core logging and other field tasks as required; Supporting the development of client relationships either through project based client interaction, assisting with maintaining and developing relationships with those clients or through supporting business development efforts of senior staff;\nProject coordination, managing and participating actively in the development of budgets, schedules and plans for projects and proposals;\nSupporting the development and maintenance of client relationships, either through project-based client interaction or through supporting business development efforts of senior staff; \nWorking in a collaborative manner with colleagues from other disciplines within WSP as required. \nDisplay a ‘safety first’ attitude, promoting positive health and safety, raising safety issues through the appropriate channels and adhering to WSP’s health and safety policy and procedures.\nWhat we will be looking for you to demonstrate:\nBetween 1 - 4 years of experience in a consulting and/or engineering environment.\nAn MSc Hydrogeology (or equivalent) combined with a first in a BSc degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline (e.g. geology, mining, geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, environmental science etc.). \nStrong technical and report writing skills.\nExcellent communication skills, verbal and written (in English).\nAbility to work in an open and collaborative manner as part of a team.\nGood organisational ability and time management skills.\nProficient in the use of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook).\nDesirable skills\nFlexibility, willingness and ability to travel both locally and internationally.\nPrevious experience of field work (e.g. groundwater monitoring, drill rig supervision, aquifer testing etc).\nCompetency with groundwater modelling software (e.g. MODFLOW, FEFLOW, SEEP/W)\nCompetency with GIS and CAD software platforms.\nCompetency in a programming language (e.g. Python, R, C) would be advantageous.\nMembership of a relevant professional organisation.\nThe ability to attend remote sites across Great Britain.\n\nDon’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.\nImagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.\nJoin our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 80,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.\nWith us, you can. Apply today.\nAt WSP, we're interested in you, your experience, your potential and the way you think. AI can be a useful tool to support your application and preparation, and our guidance explains how you can use it responsibly throughout our recruitment process. 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