Mining Hydrogeologist - London, United Kingdom - SLR Consulting

Description

SLR has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mining Hydrogeologist to join our busy Mine Water Group and assist an expanding portfolio of projects in relation to groundwater and water management for the mining sector.

This position provides an exciting opportunity to join SLR's expanding multi-disciplinary service offering which includes mining engineers, geologists, tailings engineers, geotechnical engineers, ESG practitioners, hydrologists, hydrogeologists, and geochemists.

Sustainable water management is fundamental for mining, and SLR's approach and service offering in relation to water management is centered on our expertise in the core technical disciplines of hydrology, hydrogeology and geochemistry which make up SLR's Mine Water Group. The group provides technical services to both local and international mining projects via focused mine water projects and/or in assistance of wider mining advisory services. This opportunity offers a varied work stream for a range of clients, commodities, and project locations, working directly with the European team, and potentially international colleagues, for mine water and mining services and reporting to the lead hydrogeologist for mining in Europe.

This role is required to input on existing and upcoming work and applications will be considered immediately.

You could be based in any of our existing European offices, but the following locations are preferred: Edinburgh; Bristol; or London.

SLR offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, and our family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and family life.

The role

You will provide specialist input to local and international mining studies including feasibility studies, due diligence assessments and other studies related to hydrogeological investigation and assessment as well as:

• You will have the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of delivery including proposals and business development, project and task co-ordination and management, fieldwork and execution of analysis and technical studies and production of study and assessment deliverables.
• Based on experience, you may technically oversee and mentor other team members who are working with you.
• Subject to requirements, you may also assist hydrogeology work in the engineering and aggregate/minerals sectors.
• You will have the opportunity to travel across the UK, Europe and internationally for the purposes of site visits and potentially field investigations.

About us
SLR are global leaders in environmental and advisory solutions helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with over 3000+ staff across 6 regions - including over 1000 staff across Europe. SLR's 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business; providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance, critical illness cover and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day's annual leave, SLR offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, and our family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and family life.

About you

• You will have relevant academic qualification(s) in water, earth sciences, mining or engineering and be working toward chartership for a relevant recognised organisation.
• You will have demonstrable experience in hydrogeology, either industry, academic or consultancy based, contributing to technical studies for the assessment and analysis of groundwater in relation to mining and/or engineering.
• You will have good technical and numerical skills with experience in applying these to projects or research.
• You will be a good communicator with demonstrable experience in reporting, and communicating and presenting to a range of colleagues, peers and clients.
• You will have a full current driving licence valid in the UK and valid passport to facilitate travel outside the UK as may be required.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at SLR
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional DE&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently underrepresented at SLR, such as: LGBTQ+ people, ethic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent.

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To apply
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