Principal / Associate Hydrogeologist (Mining)

We have an opportunity for a Principal to Associate Level Groundwater Modeller to join our UK and Ireland Mine Water team on a full-time, permanent basis in our UK or Ireland offices.

As a Principal / Associate Hydrogeologist (Mining), you will be involved in technical leadership and delivery of mining hydrogeology projects internationally, supported by a multidisciplinary team of hydrogeologists, hydrologists, geochemists, and engineers. We work on projects at all parts of the mining life cycle, from exploration and pre-feasibility through to mine closure.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Deliver consulting services in groundwater modelling, hydrogeology, mine dewatering and depressurization, mine water management, environmental social impact assessments, risk assessments, and water supply work.
• Develop and review numerical and analytical groundwater models using state-of-the-art modelling software.
• Coordinate projects, manage and participate in developing budgets, schedules, and plans for projects and proposals.
• Collate, analyse, and quality manage hydrogeological, hydrological, and geotechnical data.
• Support the development and maintenance of client relationships, either through project-based client interaction or by supporting business development efforts of other senior staff.
• Mentor junior and intermediate staff within the Mine Water team to support their career development, technical excellence, and commercial awareness.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues from other disciplines within WSP Mining as required.
• Display a 'safety first' attitude, promoting positive health, safety, and wellbeing, and adhering to WSP's health, safety, and wellbeing policy and procedures.

To be considered for this role, you will need to demonstrate:

• An MSc in Hydrogeology (or equivalent) combined with a BSc degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline (e.g., geology, civil engineering, mining, environmental science).
• Advanced use of industry-standard groundwater modelling packages (e.g., MODFLOW, FEFLOW, SEEP/W).
• Advanced use of GIS and coding (e.g., Python).
• Use of geological modelling packages such as Leapfrog.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, in English.
• Previous experience of field work (e.g., groundwater monitoring, drill rig supervision, aquifer testing).
• Initiative and decision-making skills.
• Good organisational abilities and time management skills.

Desirable skills include:

• Previous experience working within a consultancy environment on mining projects.
• Experience using PEST.
• Additional language skills, such as Spanish and French.
• Flexibility, willingness, and ability to travel both locally and internationally.
• Chartership with a relevant organisation.
• Ability to attend remote locations within Great Britain.