Assistant Hydrogeologist

About You
Are you passionate about protecting the environment and making a real difference?
 
Do you enjoy solving complex problems and turning data into meaningful insights?
 
Would you like to work on projects that help safeguard communities and water environments across the UK?
If so, read on...
This is a great opportunity to join a team focused on tackling the legacy impacts of mining and protecting the environment for future generations.
We're looking for someone with a blend of technical knowledge, curiosity and a practical approach to problem-solving.

You'll enjoy working as part of a collaborative team of specialists and be keen to develop your knowledge while contributing to meaningful environmental outcomes.
We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Have a degree in an Earth Science-related subject with experience in hydrogeology
• Are confident interpreting hydrogeological data and using a range of IT systems and software
• Enjoy solving problems, thinking differently and working through complex challenges
• Can manage your workload effectively, prioritise competing demands and adapt when priorities change
• Communicate clearly and build positive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders
• Hold a full UK driving licence and are willing to travel across the UK for site work, including occasional overnight stays

• Working closely with internal teams, contractors and consultants to gather, analyse and interpret data

• Supporting the development of strategies to manage mine water in coalfield areas

• Providing hydrogeological support across the Coal Mine Water Programme, including the borehole programme

• Developing conceptual models to improve understanding of mine water systems

• Assessing operational performance and identifying opportunities to improve mine water management approaches

• Contributing to the design and development of monitoring networks, abstraction boreholes and solutions to reduce pollution risks from rising mine water levels

• Analysing, interpreting and presenting geoscientific monitoring data

• Undertaking site visits across the UK to support investigations and manage works

• Flexibility that fits your life – hybrid working and flexibility in how you manage your time
• Financial security for your future – including a pension with up to 29% employer contribution
• Time to recharge – 27.5 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to flex more days
• Support through life’s big moments – generous family leave and flexibility when you need it most
• Opportunities to grow – funded learning, development and professional subscriptions
• Wellbeing support you can use every day – including a monthly wellbeing allowance, confidential support and practical health benefits