Hydrogeologist

SLR has a busy, well established hydrogeology, hydrology, drainage and flood management team distributed widely throughout its European office network. Due to a steadily increasing workload we currently have an opportunity within our Dublin office for an enthusiastic and motivated Senior / Associate grade consultant to join our established Hydrogeology & Hydrology team (SLR’s grades run from Project – Senior – Associate – Principal – Technical Director). Due to SLR’s diverse nature the successful candidate will be given the opportunity to work across multiple disciplines.

This position presents an outstanding opportunity to join a large team of hydrogeologists and hydrologists and be part of SLR’s Water Environment group which also comprises flood risk and drainage specialists, geomorphologists and geochemists.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Environmental Impact Assessment Reports (EIAR) water chapters for quarry, power and built environment projects;
• Management of water monitoring programmes and detailed technical report writing;
• Development of Conceptual Site Models;
• Permitting / Licencing, including Discharge Licences and Industrial Emissions Licencing;
• Site work including management and supervision of drilling and water sampling; and
• Technical report writing and review.

It is desirable that applicants have some experience of using GIS software.

The role will involve undertaking site work, which may include working away from home for short periods and attending client meetings both locally and further afield as required.

About Us

SLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our ‘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 and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day’s annual leave, with additional flexible bank holidays, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and home life.

About You

• A relevant degree level qualification (Geoscience or similar), an appropriate Hydrogeology or Hydrology postgraduate level qualification would be advantageous.
• Hydrogeological or Hydrological experience gained in a consultancy or similar commercial environment post-graduation including project management and delivery.
• Demonstrable experience in Water EIAR chapters, the development of hydrogeological and/or hydrological conceptual site models, management of monitoring and drilling programmes and all associated Water Environment report writing.
• Full current driving license.

Culture & Inclusion at SLR

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional C&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 under‑represented at SLR, such as people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent. For more information on our commitment to DE&I, and the great work we are doing, please watch the video here:

Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process with us, please let us know. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable support when applying to SLR.