Senior Catchment Scientist / Hydrogeologist at Nicholas O'Dwyer Ltd in County Dublin, Ireland | Kablio

Role

Description

data analysis

database management

technical review

risk mitigation

stakeholder engagement

catchment plans

Support programme and project management activities, including progress tracking, reporting, and coordination across multiple catchments.
Water quality monitoring data analysis
Analyse and interpret water quality monitoring datasets to identify key pressures, hazards, and trends affecting drinking water sources.
Track and update mitigation measures within the DWSP database, ensuring accuracy and consistency of records.
Provide technical oversight and review of catchment and hydrogeological inputs prepared by other team members.
Identify, prioritise, and plan risk mitigation measures, including defining responsibilities, sequencing, and realistic implementation timelines.
Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including asset owners, regulators, and catchment partners, to support delivery of agreed actions.
Contribute to continuous improvement of catchment risk management approaches within the DWSP framework.
Prepare high-quality technical reports, summaries, and presentations suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Undertake desktop catchment characterisation, including review of source risk assessment outputs and available water quality data.
Lead the preparation of high-level Catchment Action Plans for drinking water sources as part of the DWSP programme.

Requirements

gis

degree

report writing

regulatory

5 years

leadership

Proven ability to undertake technical reviews and provide leadership or oversight to project teams.
Experience using GIS to support catchment analysis and reporting.
Degree in Catchment Science, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline.
Strong report writing, data interpretation, and presentation skills.
Familiarity with Irish or EU drinking water regulatory frameworks.
Minimum 5 years’ relevant professional experience in catchment management, hydrogeology, or drinking water protection.
Demonstrated experience in:

Benefits

Drinking Water Safety Plans (DWSPs)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1932

Year Established

The firm was established in 1932, marking the beginning of its journey from local engineering to global consultancy.

Joined 2020

Year Joined RSK Group

The company became part of the RSK Group in 2020, expanding its international footprint across key regions.

€100M to €600M Contracts

Project Contract Range

The firm manages contracts ranging significantly in scale, from solo ventures to large partnerships.

Delivers major projects from concept to completion, including Dublin’s Vartry water upgrade and Monrovia gravity pipeline.
Specializes in water, wastewater, transportation infrastructure, and environmental planning across public and private sectors.
Manages contracts, supervises construction, and provides technical advisory with ISO-backed systems.
Executed projects funded by prominent organizations such as the World Bank, EU, African Development Bank, and national utilities.
Merges civil and structural engineering with environmental and planning expertise on complex infrastructure projects.

Culture + Values

90 Years

Engineering Experience

The company has a long-standing history of providing professional excellence in water services engineering.

Advise and assist the global community in delivering sustainable infrastructure for tomorrow.
Provide a comprehensive engineering, environment and planning consulting service.
Market leaders in design, procurement and management of large-scale projects.

Environment + Sustainability

240 Trees

Planted to Date

Under a corporate initiative to support biodiversity, 240 native Irish trees have been planted as part of a tree-planting campaign.

1,200 Tonnes CO₂

Sequestered Projected

The forest is projected to capture a significant amount of carbon dioxide over the tree lifetimes, contributing to carbon sequestration efforts.

5 Tonnes CO₂

Per Mature Tree

Each fully grown tree provides substantial carbon capture, supporting environmental sustainability.

15 Acres

Forest Span

The reforestation project covers an extensive area dedicated to enhancing biodiversity and carbon capture.

Achieved net‑zero carbon targets in advisory projects (e.g. World Bank challenges)

Inclusion & Diversity

350+ Members

Neurodiversity Network

Supports a neurodiversity network dedicated to fostering inclusion and providing resources for individuals with neurological differences.

Won World Bank 'Utility of the Future' youth challenge for net-zero carbon design (Nicolai Thorbal)
Promotes apprenticeship career pathways with internal promotions (e.g., Ellie Stanfield)

Articles

Projects

Careers

Role

Description

data analysis

database management

technical review

risk mitigation

stakeholder engagement

catchment plans

Support programme and project management activities, including progress tracking, reporting, and coordination across multiple catchments.
Water quality monitoring data analysis
Analyse and interpret water quality monitoring datasets to identify key pressures, hazards, and trends affecting drinking water sources.
Track and update mitigation measures within the DWSP database, ensuring accuracy and consistency of records.
Provide technical oversight and review of catchment and hydrogeological inputs prepared by other team members.
Identify, prioritise, and plan risk mitigation measures, including defining responsibilities, sequencing, and realistic implementation timelines.
Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including asset owners, regulators, and catchment partners, to support delivery of agreed actions.
Contribute to continuous improvement of catchment risk management approaches within the DWSP framework.
Prepare high-quality technical reports, summaries, and presentations suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Undertake desktop catchment characterisation, including review of source risk assessment outputs and available water quality data.
Lead the preparation of high-level Catchment Action Plans for drinking water sources as part of the DWSP programme.

Requirements

gis

degree

report writing

regulatory

5 years

leadership

Proven ability to undertake technical reviews and provide leadership or oversight to project teams.
Experience using GIS to support catchment analysis and reporting.
Degree in Catchment Science, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline.
Strong report writing, data interpretation, and presentation skills.
Familiarity with Irish or EU drinking water regulatory frameworks.
Minimum 5 years’ relevant professional experience in catchment management, hydrogeology, or drinking water protection.
Demonstrated experience in:

Benefits

Drinking Water Safety Plans (DWSPs)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1932

Year Established

The firm was established in 1932, marking the beginning of its journey from local engineering to global consultancy.

Joined 2020

Year Joined RSK Group

The company became part of the RSK Group in 2020, expanding its international footprint across key regions.

€100M to €600M Contracts

Project Contract Range

The firm manages contracts ranging significantly in scale, from solo ventures to large partnerships.

Delivers major projects from concept to completion, including Dublin’s Vartry water upgrade and Monrovia gravity pipeline.
Specializes in water, wastewater, transportation infrastructure, and environmental planning across public and private sectors.
Manages contracts, supervises construction, and provides technical advisory with ISO-backed systems.
Executed projects funded by prominent organizations such as the World Bank, EU, African Development Bank, and national utilities.
Merges civil and structural engineering with environmental and planning expertise on complex infrastructure projects.

Culture + Values

90 Years

Engineering Experience

The company has a long-standing history of providing professional excellence in water services engineering.

Advise and assist the global community in delivering sustainable infrastructure for tomorrow.
Provide a comprehensive engineering, environment and planning consulting service.
Market leaders in design, procurement and management of large-scale projects.

Environment + Sustainability

240 Trees

Planted to Date

Under a corporate initiative to support biodiversity, 240 native Irish trees have been planted as part of a tree-planting campaign.

1,200 Tonnes CO₂

Sequestered Projected

The forest is projected to capture a significant amount of carbon dioxide over the tree lifetimes, contributing to carbon sequestration efforts.

5 Tonnes CO₂

Per Mature Tree

Each fully grown tree provides substantial carbon capture, supporting environmental sustainability.

15 Acres

Forest Span

The reforestation project covers an extensive area dedicated to enhancing biodiversity and carbon capture.

Achieved net‑zero carbon targets in advisory projects (e.g. World Bank challenges)

Inclusion & Diversity

350+ Members

Neurodiversity Network

Supports a neurodiversity network dedicated to fostering inclusion and providing resources for individuals with neurological differences.

Won World Bank 'Utility of the Future' youth challenge for net-zero carbon design (Nicolai Thorbal)
Promotes apprenticeship career pathways with internal promotions (e.g., Ellie Stanfield)

Articles

Projects

Careers