Groundwater Modelling Advisor

Groundwater Modelling Advisor - 32524 Environment Agency is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Flexible working patterns are welcome, including job‑share, so please include any information about your preferred working arrangements in your application. Job Description We lead on the management of groundwater modelling and the delivery of Water Resources projects on behalf of Environment Agency stakeholders. We are looking for an experienced hydrogeologist and project manager with knowledge of conceptual and numerical groundwater models to join the Technical Projects Team. In this role you will support the Environment Agency’s groundwater modelling programme in East Anglia by implementing and managing groundwater investigation and modelling projects to support decision‑making and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities Take forward groundwater investigation and modelling programmes, using consultant or in‑house resources to conduct field investigations, refine and update groundwater models, and test scenarios to support water resources and water quality decision‑making; Manage projects within the team programme from initiation to delivery of project outputs; Act as a focus of expertise for groundwater investigations and modelling, keeping abreast of technical work across the Environment Agency; Stay up to date with external technical investigation and modelling, particularly across Regional Groups and water companies; Organise the issue of intellectual property licences to external organisations seeking to use Environment Agency data, information and models; Contribute actively to the wider groundwater modelling community. Experience and Skills Required Experience as a water resources specialist who has worked with or developed groundwater models and can provide technical leadership; Ability to deliver high‑value projects, including securing budget and project approval and procuring and managing consultants or in‑house resource; Strong organisational and prioritisation skills for complex activities; Ability to interpret groundwater model results and support their input to decision‑making; Excellent communication skills, keeping others informed, managing expectations and anticipating needs; Capability to convey technical information to a range of audiences; Degree level education in a relevant discipline, ideally a Higher Degree in Hydrology, Hydrogeology or WR Engineering. Additional Requirements In your capability‑based answers please demonstrate an ability to work effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures and actively encourage others to consider diversity issues in your work. Contact and Additional Information Contact Simon Smith at simon.smith1@environment-agency.gov.uk for inquiries. Applications are “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions. Interviews are expected to be held via MS Teams in the week beginning 12th January 2026. If you consent to being held on a reserve list, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and may offer you an alternative post. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability. Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, but all examples must be truthful and taken from your own experience. Plagiarism or AI‑generated content presented as your own may lead to withdrawal of the application. Job Details Seniority level: Associate Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Management and Manufacturing We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. The Environment Agency is a Non‑Departmental Public Body and is not part of HM Civil Service. #J-18808-Ljbffr