Senior Hydrogeologist

**Senior Hydrogeologist**

We have an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Hydrogeologist to join our clients Auckland team.

You will have a Geo-science or Engineering degree preferably with a specialisation or focus in Hydrogeology, and a minimum 7 year’s consulting in Hydrogeology. Working across a variety of interesting projects for private and public sector clients, both in the Auckland region and throughout NZ, you will be mentored by NZ industry-leading scientists and engineers.

**About the Role**:

- Lead hydrogeological conceptualisation projects (conceptual model development, groundwater flow/head contouring, source-pathway-receptor understanding, surface water - groundwater interaction);
- Conduct hydrogeological technical assessments, using 2D and 3D numerical flow and contaminant transport modelling skills (SEEPW, MODFLOW, FEFLOW, etc);
- Manage ongoing work from existing clients, develop relationships with new clients, and raise both your personal profile and the company’s profile by the presentation of papers at conferences;
- Coordinate staff and subcontractors, liaise with regulators, client contacts, and stakeholders, and control budgets and invoicing;
- Provide solutions, from initial conversation to proposal to development and successful completion;
- Plan, write and review technical reports;
- Write and present expert evidence at hearings;
- Work with senior scientists and engineers across the business on all the above;
- Conduct and oversee fieldwork (business travel might be required).

**What You'll Bring**:

- Geo-science or Engineering bachelor’s degree, and ideally a post-graduate degree or master’s degree, from a well-recognised university in a geoscience-related field - preferably with a specialisation/focus in hydrogeology;
- Competency in groundwater resource assessment and management;
- Competency in GIS, excel, databasing, GoldSim, Leapfrog and other industry-related software;
- Competency in 2D and 3D numerical flow and contaminant transport modelling such as SEEPW, MODFLOEW, FEEFLOW;
- 7 years of consultancy experience as a hydrogeologist;
- Proven commercial and business development skills;
- Strong written and spoken communication skills;
- A broad-based scientific background with good practical experience and problem-solving skills;
- Good technical report writing, data analysis, and management skills;
- A can-do, team-player attitude; To be able to work for periods in remote locations, with an ability to travel within NZ.

**What our Client Offers**:
A great company is built by great people. We’re dedicated to providing a fun and supportive environment for all employees, including:

- A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, income protection, salary top up for parental leave and the ability to purchase extra annual leave.
- Flexible/hybrid working culture, facilitating a healthy work-life balance.
- Professional development opportunities, including support for ongoing training and education, and fully subsidised membership fees.
- Opportunity to lead significant, high-profile, and complex projects that have a positive impact on the environment and communities.
- A vibrant environment, committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion.