Senior International Hydrogeologist

Hydro Nova is adding to our groundwater services team! We are hiring a senior international hydrogeologist with 10 years’ experience with a desire to lead various international projects in Africa, Middle East and Europe in all aspects of groundwater investigation and development. We pride ourselves on our strong culture of technical innovation, versatility, and quality performance and are looking for enthusiastic candidates to joint our winning team. Our groundwater services team members are required to have good communication, analytical and organizational skills. We will provide the ideal candidate with opportunities for professional growth and advancement. For this senior position, we encourage flexibility with the ability to work remotely from Europe and reporting to our office in Treviso, Italy.

Responsibilities

In the role of Senior International Hydrogeologist, we’ll count on you to:

Lead complex hydrogeologic investigations in major rock settings commonly found in the Africa, Middle East regions
Oversee data collection, processing, analysis, and interpretation including:
- Building complex dynamic Conceptual Site Models
- Developing and overseeing high resolution site characterization strategies
- Field groundwater level and quality data collection methods
- Familiarity with design, construction and development of groundwater wells
- Development of geologic and hydrogeologic cross-section development utilizing geologic and geophysical data
Geospatial and geostatistical analysis
Interpretation of subsurface aquifer conditions on a site and regional scale
Development of hydrographs and other graphic presentation of hydrogeologic data
Lead the assessment of groundwater potential and make recommendations for the management and/or design of a range of groundwater-based water supply infrastructure projects
Be viewed as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity.
Project management including direction of junior staff, providing technical review and oversight and mentoring
Report and proposal preparation including scopes of work, project budgeting, tracking, and schedules
Client interaction and presentations
Perform other duties as needed

Required Skills

Professional Geologist (PG) certification
Advanced degree in Geology, Geosciences, Hydrogeology, Engineering, or closely related field
10 years related experience.
Strong technical knowledge and background in geology and hydrogeology settings of Africa and Middle East
Experience designing and overseeing drilling programs
Experience supporting international investigations, feasibility studies, and design activities
Active in Professional Societies
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Familiarity with MODFLOW, MT3DMS and numerical and analytical related software
Requires ability to travel internationally
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in an international cultural setting
High professional proficiency in English language.

Desired Skills

International experience highly desirable.
Experience conducting hydrogeologic assessments and updating conceptual site models at managed aquifer recharge (MAR) sites or projects
Knowledge of international best practices in well-permitting processes as well as water rights and regulations
Experience implementing and assessing flow control structures
Experience with GIS and remote sensing applications for geology and hydrogeology
Live and reside in Europe, preferably in Germany or Italy.
English as a mother-tongue. Professional proficiency in one or more of these languages: French, Arabic, Kiswahili, Portuguese.

Apply To This Job

Email your CV/resume and a cover letter to HR@hydronova.tech. We will be accepting applications until filled.

Hydro Nova is an equal opportunity employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.