Job Title: Senior Hydrogeologist
Location: Shrewsbury (Hybrid / Flexible)
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 + Benefits

Overview
 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Senior Hydrogeologist to join a growing consultancy, delivering a diverse range of water-related projects across the UK.

The Opportunity
 Following continued success, new client wins, and ambitious growth plans, the company is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist to take a leading role in projects spanning the minerals, waste, agriculture, housing, and environmental sectors.

You’ll work alongside a highly skilled technical team, contributing to innovative, data-driven solutions while supporting the delivery of high-quality hydrogeological assessments. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your expertise and help shape the future direction of the hydrogeology function within the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver robust hydrogeological assessments with minimal supervision.
• Provide technical advice to clients and regulatory bodies (EA, NRW, SEPA).
• Prepare and review detailed technical reports and documentation.
• Manage projects within defined timescales and budgets.
• Support or lead groundwater modelling activities where relevant.
• Liaise effectively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders.
• Undertake site visits across the UK (and occasionally overseas).

Requirements:

• Minimum 2:1 degree in a relevant subject, with a postgraduate qualification in hydrogeology or related field.
• At least 2 years’ experience in consultancy or a similar professional setting.
• Strong understanding of UK regulatory frameworks (EA, NRW, SEPA, LLFAs).
• Proven analytical and numerical ability to quantify groundwater flow.
• Excellent report writing, communication, and organisational skills.
• Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and deadlines.
• Familiarity with groundwater modelling software (desirable).
• GIS proficiency (desirable).
• Full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (£45,000 – £50,000, DOE)
• Profit-related bonus scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working options (home working or relocation support available)
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Employer pension contributions
• Company mobile phone for business use
• Support for continued professional development, including membership subscriptions

Interested?

To find out more or apply, please contact Callum at callum.jones@aztrum.com or call 0208 164 5915.