Senior Hydrogeologist - Projects Team

Senior Hydrogeologist | Tier 1 Mining | Perth CBD

Join a Tier 1 mining company and play a key role in delivering major brownfield and greenfield projects across a diverse portfolio of WA mining operations.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Hydrogeologist to work within a high-performing projects team, supporting groundwater investigations, water supply studies, borefield development, hydrogeological assessments, regulatory approvals and water management initiatives.

What's on Offer?

• 12+ month contract with strong potential for extension
• Perth CBD office location
• ASAP start available
• Competitive hourly rates
• Weekly pay cycle
• Superannuation paid on all hours worked
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Dedicated recruiter and contractor care throughout the assignment
• Work with a Tier 1 mining operator
• Exposure to major capital projects and operational mine sites
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary project environment
• Opportunity to influence key water management and groundwater strategies across a large-scale resource portfolio

Key Responsibilities

• Lead hydrogeological investigations and groundwater assessments
• Support water supply, dewatering and groundwater management studies
• Plan and manage drilling programs, bore installations and aquifer testing
• Analyse groundwater quality and quantity data
• Contribute to borefield and water infrastructure design
• Prepare technical reports, approvals documentation and risk assessments
• Provide technical advice across engineering, environmental and project teams

About You

• Degree qualified in Geology, Environmental Science or a related discipline
• 6+ years' experience in hydrogeology and/or water resource management
• Strong experience with hydrogeological investigations and groundwater assessments
• Proficient with GIS, with exposure to groundwater modelling software highly regarded
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Full Australian working rights required

If you're looking for a long-term placement with a leading mining company, strong rates and the opportunity to work on high-profile projects, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Mac Cairns for a confidential discussion.


At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.