Groundwater and Contaminated Land Technical Specialist - 32295

Overview

Senior hydrogeologist providing technical leadership on groundwater and land contamination.

Key Responsibilities

• groundwater protection
• site support
• team development
• work delivery
• efficiency innovation
• technical translation

Tasks

-Provide and oversee specialist support to Installations, Land and Water and Waste teams on land quality and groundwater issues at permitted and unpermitted sites. -Develop the technical capability of the team - ensuring a high standard of work and planning for development and succession. -Lead and develop work to protect groundwater and surface water from land contamination and provide advice on risk relating to pollution incidents -Ensure effective work delivery, prioritising workload and innovating to improve efficiency. -Interpret and translate technical information and guidance to ensure delivery of practical solutions for customers, colleagues and the environment.

Requirements

• environmental permitting
• groundwater remediation
• hydrogeology
• conceptual modelling
• town planning
• chartered

What You Bring

-knowledge of Environmental Permitting Regulations -knowledge and experience of investigation and remediation of land and groundwater contamination. -strong communication and interpersonal skills and experience of communicating complex hydrogeological results to non-specialist audiences. -ability to construct conceptual models, understand contaminant transport in the sub-surface and undertake hydrogeological risk assessment. -knowledge of Town and Country Planning -A full Driving Licence is required. -a relevant geoscience related degree and a relevant postgraduate qualification, or equivalent experience. -a professional qualification or Chartered status (typically Geological Society, ICE or CIWEM), or a member and working towards this.

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About Environment Agency

-Established to regulate and protect the environment, the agency plays a pivotal role in safeguarding natural resources. -With a mission to create a cleaner, healthier environment, it ensures proper management of water, waste, and air quality. -The agency works on diverse projects, from flood defense systems to energy-efficient infrastructure, enhancing public safety. -Key areas of specialization include water resources, marine protection, waste management, and sustainability in transport and utilities. -It operates across a broad spectrum of sectors, coordinating with governments and private entities to drive environmental improvements. -Notably, it manages complex flood risk programs and pollution control measures, often taking innovative approaches to problem-solving. -The agency is a cornerstone of the UK's environmental policies, ensuring compliance and setting benchmarks for future generations.

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Interview Process

-in-person interview with technical assessment on subsurface conceptualisation and numerical skills.