Senior Associate Hydrogeologist - N279 - Perth

Are you ready for a new challenge and to lead the continued growth of our Western Australia Groundwater practice?    

Do you want to be at the forefront of complex and technical projects, working across different sectors in Western Australia?   

Do you want to be a leader and vocal advocate for technical excellence that is motivated by solving client problems and growing our people? 

This could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

At EMM, we believe that a sustainable future is achievable and we proactively pursue opportunities to help our clients and the community make it a reality. Our dedicated team of environmental professionals are committed to driving positive change through innovation, collaboration and out-of-the-box thinking.

We were honoured to be recognised in the 2025 Beaton Client Choice Awards. Unlike many industry awards, the Client Choice Awards are judged solely on client feedback. That’s what makes this recognition so meaningful:

• Best Built & Natural Environment Consulting Firm (>$30M revenue)
• Most Trusted Firm: Built & Natural Environment Consulting
• Best Provider of ESG Services: Built & Natural Environment Consulting

Our industry-leading team of groundwater technical specialists are recognised for their experience, knowledge and innovation. With global coverage, our team offer a unique blend of consulting, government and industry expertise delivering tailored solutions for a range of sectors including, mining, extraction, and closure and rehabilitation, major road, rail and transmission infrastructure, and renewable energy.

We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Associate to join our team in Perth, bringing additional support as we continue to grow our capabilities. You will have the opportunity to work on interstate projects of national significance as part of our national delivery model, with potential opportunity to work on international projects serviced from our offices in Canada. 

Here’s what you can expect in your new role with EMM:

• Drive technical excellence: You’ll bring deep expertise in scoping and leading the technical components of water management projects across hydrogeology, water management and mining sector, providing expert knowledge on strategic planning and Water Stewardship.
• Champion of your discipline: Your expert knowledge and standing in the market with make you a beacon of insightful and quality advice to your peers, assisting them in developing their own skills and technical knowledge.
• Shape, build and innovate: You’ll play a pivotal role in the growth of our Ground Water Practice in Western Australia through utilisation of your strong local network, providing senior level technical advice for clients. You’ll also provide technical peer review of EMM workflows, proposals and draft reports, with emphasis on contentious and/or complex problems/projects. You’ll work in close collaboration with technical teams across EMM to leverage existing client relationships, innovation and expertise.
• With a national delivery ethos, you'll also have the opportunity to work on large-scale projects across Australia. Your expertise will make a difference from coast to coast.
• You’ll collaborate with the Groundwater team and have the backing of other leading multi-disciplinary teams across EMM.
• The support you need to deliver exceptional quality with specialist teams across EMM and leaders who are truly present and excited to help you deliver
• Development in many ways; whether you learn best through structured development programs, mentoring or on the job with industry leaders, you’ll have the support you need to grow
• Satisfaction from inspiring and supporting other EMMer’s on their development journey
• The autonomy, flexibility and support you need to balance all aspects of your life
• With offices across Australia; you’ll be able to flex and enjoy hybrid working at its best

Here’s what you’ll bring to have impact:

• Demonstrated experience in hydrogeology as either a consultant or in an industry.
• Deep understanding of the Western Australia market, and ability to be able to identify opportunities within our key markets; mining, renewable energy and/or Transport infrastructure.
• Strong project management skills that you can effectively utilise to deliver high quality outcomes, on technical complex projects, with a best for project focus.
• Be a technical lead and trusted advisor in the WA Market, allowing you to maintain strong client relationships.
• Proven capability to identify opportunities both through leveraging internal networks and utilising your well-stablished networks in industry.
• Proven ability to influence clients, through your strategic advisory and Water Stewardship knowledge.  
• Ability and desire to develop team expertise, driving continued excellence.  
• A valid, unrestricted Australian Driver’s Licence
• Thorough practical understanding of relevant State-based legislation. 
• Exceptional technical writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage own time and priorities and work collaboratively in a team to meet project objectives in a deadline driven work environment; and  
• A collaborative approach and willingness to knowledge share with all team members.   
• Respect – you listen and understand other’s views and work together to create opportunities for all
• Integrity - you do what is right for your stakeholders to deliver what is true as opposed to popular
• Humility - you understand the strength of humility and that no one is bigger than the team.

If you’re looking to be part of a team that values innovation and empowers you to make a real impact, EMM could be the place for you.

When you submit your application, look out for our email confirming safe receipt and important information regarding next steps.

Our goal is to build a team of EMMers that looks like the world around us — and we want EMMers to stay and grow. As part of our efforts to build an EMM for everyone, we embed diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and we aim to cultivate a sense of belonging throughout the company.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

• Please note we can only consider applicants with a legal right to work in Australia
• Unsolicited resumes from recruitment consultants will not be accepted for this position