Groundwater Modelling Advisor

Job Title Groundwater Modelling Advisor – 32524 (Environment Agency) Job Description We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job-share. We lead on the management of GW Modelling and delivery of WR 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. You will help deliver a comprehensive programme of regulatory groundwater model development, update, and operation in support of business decisions in local operations to ensure our groundwater models support regulation of groundwater to protect the environment and deliver for the businesses we regulate. Responsibilities Take forward the groundwater investigation and modelling programme, using consultant or in‑house resources, to undertake field investigations, refinement and update of groundwater models, and to test scenarios to support water resources and water quality decision-making. Manage projects within the team programme from the initiation of the project to the delivery of project outputs. Act as a focus of expertise for groundwater investigations and modelling, and keep abreast of technical investigation and modelling work being undertaken across the Environment Agency. Keep abreast of external technical investigation and modelling work, particularly across the Regional Groups and water companies. Organise the issue of intellectual property licences to external organisations seeking to use Environment Agency data, information and models. Be an active member of the wider groundwater modelling community. The team is part of the National OCS Water Resources Team, providing technical leadership for groundwater investigations and modelling. The team works with internal and external stakeholders to specify modelling scenarios, interpret model results and support decision‑making. Qualifications & Experience 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 gaining budget and project approval and procuring and managing consultants or in‑house resources. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills for complex activities. Capability to interpret groundwater model results and support their input to decision‑making. Excellent communication skills, keeping others informed, managing expectations and anticipating others’ needs. Ability to convey technical information to a range of audiences. Degree level education (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline; ideally a higher degree in Hydrology, Hydrogeology or WR Engineering. Application & Interview Applications are blind‑assessed using competency questions. Interviews will be held by MS Teams. Successful candidates may be placed on a reserve list for 6 months. For more information on how to answer competency questions and for the candidate pack, please refer to the candidate pack. Additional Information Base location: EA Office (national role, flexible/hybrid). Some travel and overnight stays may be required. For queries, contact simon.smith1@environment-agency.gov.uk. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion 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, including job share. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements must be truthful, accurate and taken directly from your own experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr