Python Job: Senior Hydrogeologist

About us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Transport, Water, Property & Buildings, Mining and Energy sectors and are at the forefront of integrated digital innovations. With approximately 4,300 talented people in 14 offices across Australia, we engineer future ready projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come. wsp.com/au

The opportunity

Our NSW Water team is currently looking to hire a Senior Hydrogeologist.

The location is flexible between Newcastle or Sydney, with the option to work from home 2-3 days per week (if desired).

Our hydrogeologists apply scientific knowledge and analysis to understand groundwater-related issues, including assessing the quantity, quality and availability of groundwater.

Day to day, you will:

• Undertake hydrogeological assessments and develop conceptual hydrogeological models for projects
• Manage, analyse and interpret hydrogeological data
• Write technical (factual and interpretative) reports
• Manage and contribute to projects with a hydrogeological focus
• Provide specialist hydrogeological advice
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients
• Comply with all role-specific SHEQ obligations, including the identification and alleviation/elimination of safety hazards

You will be joining dedicated team of hydrogeologists in NSW whilst being connected to hydrogeologists throughout Australia.

You will work on projects in transport/infrastructure, mining, energy, water resource management/supply and projects that support environmental impact assessments.

What we’ll love about you

The successful candidate will have 5-10 years of hydrogeological experience.

You will also be eager to learn and build a career in hydrogeology consulting and bring the following experience and attributes:

• Tertiary qualification in Geology, Science, Engineering or related discipline; a Post-graduate degree in Hydrogeology will be highly regarded
• Analytical skills with experience in undertaking desktop investigations, data management, analysis and calculations
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Good time management skills and focus on quality
• Ability to supervise and direct contractors including drillers
• A willingness to learn and share knowledge in a team environment
• Experience with industry software packages such as AquaChem, ArcGIS, AQTESOLV, Python and PHREEQC will be highly regarded
• Strong commitment to SHEQ, mental health and developing a safe workspace for everyone

What we will offer you

At WSP we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment and offer many personal and professional development opportunities that are aimed to help you deliver your best self to the role whilst managing your personal life in balance. We have been recognised for the second consecutive year as a Great Place to Work® with year-on-year increases in employee engagement.

Some of the many benefits we offer our employees include:

• Flexible working hours and working from home
• Global mobility
• Parental leave and purchased additional annual leave
• Corporate employee discounts and offers
• Salary continuance insurance
• Wellness at work & social club
• Workplace giving /volunteering
• Employee reward & recognition program
• Professional and technical development opportunities

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