Associate – Hydrogeology

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WSP is currently searching for an accomplished and experienced professional to join our team as an Associate.

Your new role, what's involved?

• Spearhead the establishment of a hydrogeology business line within the Geotechnical department, including business development strategies and market positioning.
• Engage in client liaison activities, understanding client needs, and developing tailored hydrogeological solutions to meet their requirements.
• Lead efforts in work winning by identifying potential projects, preparing proposals, and participating in client presentations.
• Manage the hydrogeology department line, including resource allocation, team coordination, and performance management.
• Collaborate in the formulation of comprehensive hydrogeological investigation plans, encompassing site-specific hydrogeological considerations.
• Facilitate the procurement process for contractors specialized in hydrogeological investigations.
• Oversee hydrogeological investigation contractors, leveraging prior hands-on experience in conducting hydrogeological surveys and proficiently analyzing hydrogeological data.
• Conduct hydrogeological assessments, identify groundwater flow patterns, and evaluate aquifer properties.
• Perform characterization of aquifer properties and hydraulic conductivity using established methodologies.
• Coordinate hydrogeological testing schedules and interpret resulting data.
• Contribute to the review and preparation of factual and interpretative reports in hydrogeological domains.
• Generate technical notes and specifications pertaining to hydrogeological investigations.
• Utilize hydrogeological modeling tools for data analysis and interpretation.
  
  

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• Possess a degree geology, or a related field, with 12-15 years of post-graduate experience in hydrogeology.
• Hold a valid driver's license.
• Willingness to travel for project-related hydrogeological activities and site assignments.
  
  

Proficiency in the following areas:

• Supervision of field hydrogeological investigations and adeptness in hydrogeological investigation techniques.
• Compliance with international standards in describing hydrogeological formations.
• Solid grasp of hydrogeological principles, including groundwater flow dynamics and aquifer properties.
• Experience in integrating large datasets and developing hydrogeological models.
• Familiarity with hydrogeological reports and recommendations.
• Competency in software packages relevant to hydrogeological modeling and analysis.
• Understanding of various groundwater management techniques.
• Proficiency in hydrogeological data analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
• Experience in construction projects with significant hydrogeological considerations.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil 3D software is beneficial.
  
  

What's in it for you?

WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services consulting firms. Dedicated to our local communities, and propelled by international expertise, we are technical experts and strategic advisors, working together to solve some of the most complex challenges.

Here at WSP, we greatly value your work-life balance, and your requirements for flexibility. Work is only one part of our lives, and making time for other things is important, be that our families, our friends, or ourselves.

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers first class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.

Be you, be happy – we strive to maintain a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximises the contribution every individual can bring to WSP. We recognize the value of working with diverse teams of varying backgrounds and experiences, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates of all backgrounds.

Apply now and be the future of WSP

Our team is made up of technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, environmental specialists, designers, and program and construction management professionals.

Together we utilise our local understanding, international reach, and global scale to prepare our cities and environments for the future, connect communities, and help societies thrive in built and natural ecosystems.

We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and

Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and

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