Senior Hydrogeologist

Location: Shrewsbury

Salary: £45,000-£48,000 per annum

Ready to take the lead on projects that shape the future of groundwater management and environmental protection? This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Hydrogeologist to join a specialist hydrogeology and flood risk team, delivering innovative solutions across groundwater management, water resources and flood risk. If you are looking to combine technical expertise with project leadership and make a valuable impact, this could be your next exciting career move.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £45,000-£48,000 per annum.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Generous annual leave
• Lead technically challenging and varied projects.
• Work alongside experienced specialists.
• Take ownership of projects and influence key technical decisions.

The Role of a Senior Hydrogeologist:

As a Senior Hydrogeologist, you will take a key technical and project leadership role, delivering diverse hydrogeological, groundwater, water resources and flood risk projects. You will lead investigations, analyse, and interpret data, prepare technical reports, and provide expert advice to clients. A Senior Hydrogeologist will oversee project delivery, manage client relationships, liaise with regulators, and contribute to practical, sustainable solutions. You will also share your expertise with colleagues, supporting the development of junior team members and maintaining high technical standards.

Requirements for the Senior Hydrogeologist:

• 8-10 years' experience in hydrogeology or a related discipline.
• A degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, or a relevant environmental subject.
• Strong technical knowledge of groundwater, water resources and hydrogeological assessments.
• Experience in project management and technical report writing.
• Understanding of flood risk, environmental regulations and permitting.
• Ability to lead projects and work collaboratively.
• The full right to work in the UK.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Live within a commutable distance to Shrewsbury.

If you are interested in this or other Flood Risk/Drainage/Hydrology roles, please do not hesitate to contact Scarlett Maclean on .

We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position