Principal Hydrogeologist/Technical Director

The Vacancy

At Envireau, we are known for doing things differently. Recognised as one of the go-to water consultants for leading UK businesses, and with nearly three decades of experience, we provide expert solutions in water resource management and regulatory compliance across the UK, always with clarity and integrity in mind.

We are part of the RSK Group, a global network of over 200 environmental, engineering, and technical services businesses. This gives us the backing of a successful multinational while retaining our operational autonomy and the strength of our well-established brand. Our success is built on the knowledge, expertise, and determination of our dynamic team.

Working across six key sectors, our water scientists and engineers take a practical, tailored approach to every client’s water management challenge. This commitment has built long-term, productive client partnerships across the industry, which we continue to strengthen.

Following an exciting year of growth, including establishing a presence in Bristol, we are seeking an entrepreneurially minded Principal Hydrogeologist/Technical Director to join us at any of our UK offices in Bristol, Shrewsbury, Derby, Richmond, and Stirling.

This is your chance to lead a skilled team, influence our strategy, and play a key role in a consultancy committed to excellence.

What The Role Involves

As Principal Hydrogeologist, you will lead and manage a collaborative team, providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include:

• Providing expert advice on groundwater management, including abstraction licensing, pollution control, and monitoring
• Ensuring clients can navigate complex regulatory frameworks while sustainably optimising water resources
• Undertaking comprehensive hydrogeological assessments, including water resource, impact, and risk assessments
• Keeping up to date with developments in hydrogeology and related fields, sharing knowledge across the team
• Managing a portfolio of projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships, identifying business opportunities, and tailoring services to meet evolving needs
  
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

We are looking for a candidate with:

Discounted gym memberships

Income protection and life cover

Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes

Volunteering opportunities and team away days

Retirement and mortgage advice

Why join Envireau?

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of water consultancy, lead a talented team, and make a tangible impact on clients and the industry. Even if you don’t meet all the criteria but bring a unique perspective or skill set, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your career with Envireau.

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About Us

We are a close-knit, client-focused firm of water scientists and engineers. Our core services cover industrial and private water supplies, flood risk management and drainage and water treatment. We have forged close working relationships with private individuals and national and global businesses, including DIAGEO, Nestle, Astra Zeneca, Bellway Homes, Associated British Ports and Elveden Estates. Our merging with RSK will enable both companies to rely on mutual expertise and greatly expand our hydrogeology and hydrology capabilities. Envireau will continue to deliver the excellent service they are known for while also

exploring new opportunities across the public sector.

Envireau was founded in 1998 and operates throughout Ireland and the UK. Our team, incorporating water specialists and academics, works collaboratively with clients to find robust, cost-effective solutions to complex water problems, keeping sustainability and quality at the forefront of every result.

Envireau is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing grow

th and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments. 

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?