Manager: Environmental And Mining Hydrogeology - Perth

We are looking for a passionate individual to manage and develop the Hydrogeology capabilities so we can deliver world-class services to our clients globally. Our people are at the heart of our business, we are looking for someone who loves to develop, manage and get the best from their team.

• Coordinate field campaigns to collect data relating to the hydrocensus data, hydrogeological setting, aquifer hydraulic properties, groundwater levels/quality data and/or mine dewatering requirements.
• Interpreting technical data and information from fieldwork and other relevant sources such as historical documents and maps to build conceptual models for groundwater flow and quality.
• Designing and completing investigations (which may include groundwater measurements/sampling or an ongoing monitoring regime) in order to confirm or further develop hydrogeological models.
• Using numerical and analytical modelling techniques to make predictions for future trends and impacts on groundwater flows and quality.
• Work in close collaboration with specialists from other disciplines.
• Delivering ‘best practice’ environmental standards, where needed in consultation with relevant government agencies and/or to the client’s requirements.
• Liaise with clients and authorities.
• Compile and write reports for submission to the client and necessary authorities.
• Continuously improve and develop the services offered within the department.
• Develop a business plan for the department which includes services and selling opportunities.
• Act as a key account manager where required, identifying business opportunities and ensure that a client centric approach is maintained at all times.
• Identify leads within the department and organise, plan and track proposals in response.
• Co-ordinate and submit proposals.
• Effective workload and resource management for the department.
• Manage the performance management and probation processes for the team.
• Provide mentorship to and develop of the team.
• Report on departmental performance at various levels and that the department achieves revenue targets.
• Manage the Recruitment and Selection process for the department in line with your workforce plan.
• Facilitate the appropriate onboarding process for all new employees.
• Manage financial expenditure for the department against the budget.

Skills

• Good leadership acumen, to mentor and develop employees.
• Applicable country legislation and international standards relating to Environmental, Mining and Water.
• Financial management principles and awareness.
• Project management, ability to manage projects in accordance with scope, budget and timelines.
• Interpersonal skills (i.e., be approachable, patient, etc.).
• Strong business acumen.
• Communication, both verbal and written.
• Report writing, with the ability to communicate to all stakeholders.
• Client centric and ability to sell services.
• Ability to influence and negotiate.
• Ability to work independently as well as within teams.
• Innovative.
• Time management.
• Multi-tasking.
• Report writing.

Experience

• Eight years or more in the relevant field, preferably within the consulting would be beneficial.
• At least eight years conducting specialist studies.
• At least five years exposure to the mining industry
• Five or more years management experience is desirable, as well as experience leading teams of 5+ staff.