Hydrogeologist

**New Vacancy - Hydrogeologist**

**About Princes Gate**

**A day in the life of a Hydrogeologist**

As a Hydrogeologist, you will manage all water resource activities related to the Princes Gate Factory, acting as technical expert to support operations and lead water related improvement projects.

Key responsibilities will include:
Assist in the management of the existing owned sources within the Princes Gate Factory to ensure water availability and compliance.

Ensure all water resource related assets are effectively maintained, monitored, and measured.

Manage external consultants or contractors as appropriate.

Manage all aspects of WR data acquisition and analysis to support the business in water quality management, supply availability, and environmental performance.

Act as Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for Princes Gate Factory with specified third party stakeholders (e.g. local council and agencies, environment agency, consultants, land owners etc.) to ensure good working relationships and support on all WR management, improvement and compliance activities.

Work with the engineering team to maintain and optimise existing WT assets and lead the process of investment (CAPEX) in WR/WT assets and associated projects to ensure infrastructure is fit for future supply.

Liaise directly with NW Europe WR Team as well as other key stakeholders across different functions within the company to ensure alignment of all activities

Support business sustainability initiatives relating to Water Resources by managing Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) certification and other local catchment improvement projects.

Support the wider Nestle UK Market sustainability team where appropriate.

**What will make you successful?**

Relevant degree or equivalent in Hydrogeology or a related discipline

Experience in managing groundwater resources

Knowledge of technical issues related to boreholes, springs and groundwater quality.

Proven ability to critically evaluate results of hydrogeological analyses and reports, and give effective and targeted advice on managing complex environmental issues

Knowledge of UK legislation related to water resources, environmental permitting, food quality and hygiene

Proven track record in being able to succeed in a complex environment requiring flexibly and agility in managing priorities and stakeholders

Able to dialogue with all levels of management.

Able to work under pressure.

Able to set priorities and delegate activities.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 13/01/2023