About the job
A snapshot of the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced ‘Hydrogeologist’ to join our team, who will be playing a key role in implementing hydrogeological projects and solutions, contributing to water resource management, environmental assessments, and sustainable development initiatives.
At WOTR your Key Resource Areas will be:
- Project Planning: Collaboratively design and plan hydrogeological projects with multidisciplinary teams to meet project goals and client needs.
- Field Investigations: Perform comprehensive field investigations, encompassing site assessments, groundwater sampling, well monitoring, and aquifer delineation, while upholding best practices and safety standards.
- Data Collection and Analysis: Collect diverse hydrogeological data, apply analysis to define aquifer traits, groundwater flow, and contaminant migration.
- Report Writing: Produce succinct technical reports elucidating findings, methods, and recommendations for clients, regulators, and stakeholders.
- Regulatory Compliance: Maintain project compliance with evolving regulatory standards.
- Project Management: Efficiently oversee project timelines, budgets, resources, and team coordination for successful delivery.
- Capacity Building: Empower communities and professionals through training in sustainable water management for active conservation involvement.
- Quality Assurance: Maintain high-quality standards for project deliverables through accurate data and rigorous analysis.
- Research and Innovation: Apply innovative solutions to address complex water challenges effectively.
- Environmental Protection: Assess potential environmental impacts of water resource activities and propose mitigation strategies to safeguard ecosystems and biodiversity.
- Infrastructure Development: Plan and design water infrastructure projects, such as wells, recharge facilities, and water treatment systems, considering ecological impact and resilience against climate change.
- Sustainable Planning: Develop and implement sustainable water management plans that balance water demand with available resources
- Aquifer Management: Monitor and manage aquifers to ensure their sustainable use through proper extraction and recharge strategies.
- Water Conservation: Design and promote water conservation measures and practices to reduce wastage and ensure efficient water use.
Apply if you have:
- A Master’s degree in Hydrogeology/Geology/ Environmental Science
- Minimum 3 years’ proven hydrogeological project implementation experience, preferably across diverse geological contexts
- Familiarity with climate change and its impacts on water resources
- Fluency in English and basic communication in Hindi or Marathi
- Strong data analysis skills, understanding of environmental regulations and permissions. Project management experience would be a plus.
- Proven collaborative skills in multidisciplinary teams with strong problem-solving acumen and keen attention to detail
- *Professional certifications (e.g., Professional Geologist) would be an advantage.
To Apply: Write to careers@wotr.org with an updated CV with subject line “Hydrogeologist- Pune” and fill the following form: https://forms.gle/hVQ5eqKPG7WwoKVa8
