Principal Hydrogeologist

Montrose Environmental Group, Inc.
$138,746 - $175,683 a year
Perth, Western Australia
Full time
1 week ago
Why Smart People Join Epic?
Balanced & Diverse Workload
No mundane and boring projects. You’ll work across a variety of complex, challenging hydrogeological assessments — balancing fieldwork, client engagement, and strategic input from the office or home.
No-Ego Culture
Our people are down-to-earth, collaborative and generous with their knowledge. No gatekeeping — just genuine professionals who enjoy their work and each other’s company.
Career Progression That Actually Happens
We don’t just talk about growth — we plan for it. With real investment in coaching, training, and leadership opportunities, you’ll have a clear path to shape your future.
Join Our Groundwater & Hydrogeology Team – Perth

We're on the hunt for a Principal Hydrogeologist to lead projects and mentor junior staff as part of our expanding Western Australian team. You'll work closely with high-performing professionals on a range of environmental, infrastructure, mining and water resource projects across Australia.

What You’ll Be Doing
  • Leading hydrogeological investigations and groundwater impact assessments
  • Developing conceptual and numerical groundwater models
  • Designing and interpreting aquifer testing programs
  • Managing regulatory approvals and stakeholder engagement
  • Preparing technical reports and peer reviews
  • Mentoring junior staff and contributing to business development

What You’ll Need
  • Degree in Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Geology or related discipline
  • Minimum 8+ years' consulting experience in groundwater projects
  • Strong knowledge of WA regulatory frameworks and groundwater legislation
  • Experience with MODFLOW, FEFLOW or similar modelling tools
  • A confident communicator who can lead projects and guide clients
  • A desire to build and inspire a team around you

What’s in It for You
  • Flexibility to work from home or the field — we trust you
  • Competitive salary + performance-based perks
  • Exposure to landmark groundwater and environmental projects
  • A genuine team culture with regular social catchups
  • Access to Epic’s senior leaders — we’re always up for a coffee and a chat
  • A workplace where initiative, autonomy and curiosity are rewarded

Apply now: careers@epicenvironmental.com.au
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