Water Specialist

Ganymede is seeking a Water Specialist in Coventry/Birmingham, England, focused on hydrogeology and environmental sustainability. The role involves groundwater modelling, compliance monitoring, risk assessments, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams on a major infrastructure project. Candidates should have relevant degrees, strong data management skills, and a proactive approach. This position offers a chance to contribute to environmental protection and professional development within a dynamic team.
Water Specialist - Environmental & Sustainability – Water Management & Compliance

Location: Coventry/Birmingham

Exciting Opportunity for a Water Specialist!

Are you passionate about hydrogeology, groundwater modelling, and environmental sustainability?

We’re looking for a Water Specialist to play a key role in monitoring, compliance, and risk assessment in a major infrastructure project. This position offers the chance to contribute to environmental protection and ensure regulatory adherence while working with a multidisciplinary team.

Your Role & Responsibilities
• Specialise in hydrogeology, understanding how groundwater moves through different geological formations.
• Develop and implement groundwater models to assess water levels, quality, and movement.
• Conduct groundwater risk assessments as part of consent applications for construction activities.
• Oversee and interpret surface and groundwater monitoring data to ensure compliance.
• Determine optimal locations for borehole drilling and oversee installation for monitoring purposes.
• Maintain and manage monitoring wells and data collection systems to uphold best practices.
• Work closely with environmental teams to mitigate water-related risks.
• Support incident response efforts and liaise with relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date data management and reporting.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:
• Degree or equivalent experience in geology, hydrogeology, hydrology, environmental science, or related fields.
• Strong data management and analytical skills, particularly for groundwater modelling.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel as needed.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration.

Desirable Skills & Qualifications:
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance standards.
• Experience in large-scale infrastructure or environmental projects.
• Understanding of ISO 14001 environmental management systems.
• Interest in professional accreditation (e.g., CIWEM, CEnv, FGS).
• Postgraduate qualification in hydrogeology, environmental science, or related disciplines is a plus.

Why Join?
• Be part of a project that makes a real environmental impact.
• Work in a dynamic, cross-disciplinary team dedicated to sustainability.
• Gain hands-on experience in groundwater modelling and water resource management.
• Grow your career with potential support for professional development and accreditation.

If you’re ready to take on a role that combines technical expertise with environmental stewardship, apply today! You can apply via the button on screen or send a CV to connor.matthews@ganymedesolutions.co.uk

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation