Senior Hydrogeologist
Severn TrentDerby, England, United Kingdom
Posted April 8, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Severn Trent is a leading water and wastewater utility company dedicated to providing clean water and safe waste management solutions. The company offers a range of services including water treatment, renewable energy, and biodiversity conservation. Severn Trent stands out for its commitment to sustainability and community engagement, as recognized by its status as one of the best employers in the UK.
Job Description
Join Our Team as a Senior Hydrogeologist! At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide when it comes to employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. Join us in making a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace. We are looking for a Senior Hydrogeologist to provide and deliver hydrogeological expertise to support the STW AMP8 programme, delivering quality designs that are efficient, innovative, to agreed programme milestones; and compliant with all relevant STW company strategies, policies, procedures and standards.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Hydrogeology (or similar); or an engineering degree with significant experience in the methods and techniques required.
- Good level of knowledge, understanding and experience in Business planning activities and requirements, Borehole construction and remediation techniques, Groundwater asset management, Groundwater and water resource evaluation, Legislation influencing water resources, Deployable Output assessments, Groundwater quality issues, Management of H&S and environment, Water quality regulations, regulatory engagement and management with Ofwat, the Environment Agency, Drinking Water Inspectorate, etc...
- Experience working with a diverse team of different skillsets, with experience of implementing CDM regulations in the design process, with an understanding of risk management in construction and operational design.
- Significant stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build relationships with a diverse range of people.
Benefits
- 28 days holiday + bank holidays
- Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
- Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
- Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate.
- Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
- Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
- Family friendly policies
- Two volunteering days per year
