Professional Hydrogeologist

5d5 days ago

EMM Consulting

Brisbane, AU · Full-time · A$95,000 – A$125,000

About this role

Are you an energetic team player wanting to work with and learn from a leading consultancy in hydrogeology in Australia? Want to collaborate, think outside the box and work within a team of hydrogeologists, groundwater modellers, geochemists and environmental scientists across Australia and Canada to create positive long-term impact? This could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

At EMM, a sustainable future is achievable through innovation, collaboration and out-of-the-box thinking. Our industry-leading team of groundwater technical specialists offers a unique blend of consulting, government and industry expertise for sectors including renewable energy, mining and infrastructure. We deliver tailored solutions to navigate groundwater challenges.

Your days will vary from hiking in the mountains to retrieve groundwater level loggers or completing groundwater exploration in the desert. You will collate and analyse field data or contribute to reports and proposals. The breadth and depth of hydrogeologic pathways awaits.

From day one, collaborate with leaders focused on delivering technical excellence. Develop project management skills, work closely with clients and seek opportunities to deliver greater value. Enjoy autonomy, flexibility and support with hybrid working across Australia offices.

Take the next step in your development as a hydrogeologist, with a focus on task ownership, self-empowerment and innovative thinking. Our dedicated team drives positive change for clients and communities. Join us to make real impact.

Requirements

Tertiary degree qualifications in geoscience/geology/hydrogeology/environment or related disciplines
Two plus years of technical experience in groundwater resources, hydrogeological assessments, dewatering, groundwater monitoring and/or environmental assessments
Demonstrated ability, energy and enthusiasm to undertake fieldwork
Competency in the use of relevant industry software such as MS Excel, Surfer, AQTESOLV, QGIS, MLU, ESdat, LogPlot and Python
An appreciation of relevant QLD and Commonwealth legislation and water policy
A valid Australian Driver’s License and excellent driving history (4WD experience is an advantage)
Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly in the preparation of technical reports
Ability to manage your own time and priorities to assist the team in meeting project objectives and deadlines

Responsibilities

Collaborate with leaders across EMM focused on delivering technical excellence
Retrieve groundwater level loggers from mountains or conduct groundwater exploration in the desert
Collate and analyse field data
Contribute to reports and proposals
Develop project management skills and work closely with clients
Apply fundamentals of groundwater hydrology to real-world challenges
Undertake fieldwork including hydrogeological supervision of drilling and bore construction
Conduct aquifer testing or groundwater sampling

Benefits

Autonomy, flexibility and support to balance all aspects of your life
Hybrid working with offices across Australia
Variety in work between field, data interpretation, proposals and impactful projects
Collaboration with national contingency team delivering practical groundwater solutions