Principal Hydrogeologist

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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🌍 See what we do: www.epicenvironmental.com.au/environmental-projects
 

Let’s raise the bar for groundwater excellence — together.
 

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