Hydrogeologist

Position: Hydrogeologist

Location: Ireland (Flexible/Hybrid options available)

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

🌍 About the Role:

Are you passionate about understanding and protecting Ireland’s groundwater resources? Our client is looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Hydrogeologist to join their growing environmental team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with 3–5 years of professional experience who wants to take the next step in their hydrogeology career, contributing to impactful projects across Ireland — from renewable energy and infrastructure to land development and environmental protection. In this role, you’ll work within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team delivering high-quality environmental assessments, supporting sustainable water management, and ensuring compliance with Irish and EU environmental legislation.

💧 What You’ll Do:

Carry out groundwater monitoring, sampling, and field investigations across Ireland.
Prepare Hydrogeological Impact Assessments (HIAs) and contribute to Environmental Impact Assessment Reports (EIARs) and planning submissions.
Analyse and interpret groundwater and water quality data, producing clear, insightful technical reports and models.
Support aquifer vulnerability and groundwater protection assessments, using tools such as MODFLOW, GIS, and AquiferWin32.
Engage with regulatory authorities, including the EPA, GSI, and local councils.
Ensure projects comply with Water Framework Directive standards and Irish Groundwater Regulations.
Collaborate with planners and engineers to develop sustainable drainage and water management solutions.
Contribute to a range of projects — from renewable energy and infrastructure to extractives and urban development.

🎓 What You’ll Bring:

A BSc in Hydrogeology, Geology, Environmental Science, Earth Science, or related field (an MSc or postgraduate qualification is a strong advantage).
3–5 years’ professional experience in hydrogeological assessment, ideally within the Irish environmental and planning framework.
Proven ability to prepare hydrogeological reports and assessments for planning and permitting.
Strong understanding of Irish environmental regulations, EPA guidance, and groundwater standards.
Competence with hydrogeological modelling and data analysis software (e.g., MODFLOW, GIS).
Excellent technical writing, communication, and data interpretation skills.
A full, clean Irish or EU driving licence.
Membership (or eligibility for membership) of professional bodies such as IGI, IAH, or IEMA is desirable.

🌱 Why Join:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Private health insurance and employer pension contributions
Career growth supported through mentoring, CPD, and training
Comprehensive annual leave and wellbeing programme
Annual salary and performance reviews
Support for professional memberships and chartered membership
The opportunity to shape Ireland’s sustainable water future through diverse, meaningful projects