Environmental Geoscientist

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Client: RPS Group

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 1b43c02b98e0

Job Views: 4

Posted: 16.06.2025

Expiry Date: 31.07.2025

Environmental Geoscientist / Hydrogeologist

RPS is seeking applications for the position of Environmental Geoscientist / Hydrogeologist to join our Sustainability Team in Ireland (ROI). Our team works on projects across sectors including renewable energy, circular economy, public infrastructure, manufacturing, and commercial development. We provide high-quality, commercially focused solutions to environmental challenges, including monitoring programmes, site investigations, risk assessments, contaminated land remediation, and support to EPA licensed facilities. RPS specializes in all areas of the built and natural environment, shaping future environmental, social, and economic landscapes. Joining RPS means becoming part of a leading global multidisciplinary consultancy. This position is primarily based in Dublin, with offices also in Cork, Galway, Kilkenny, and Sligo.

About The Team:

Our team has extensive experience in brownfield geo-environmental assessments, focusing on risks to waters, habitats, and health. Our members come from diverse backgrounds including civil and environmental engineering, geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, and ecology. We value diversity, innovation, and teamwork, fostering strong relationships to solve real-world challenges with sustainable solutions.

About The Role:

You will work on a variety of projects to develop your understanding of geo-environmental assessment methods, policies, and legislation at local and national levels. You will collaborate with senior colleagues across RPS units (Water, Transport, Geotechnical), support data assessment, technical reporting, research, conceptual site modeling, site visits, and project management. Responsibilities include designing and supervising investigations, liaising with subcontractors and clients, environmental monitoring, site walkovers, and preparing environmental management and impact assessment documents.

About You:

• Highly motivated with ambition to grow in the geo-environmental sector.
• Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Effective time management and project prioritization skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel occasionally for site supervision and walkovers.
• Current member of a professional body (e.g., IGI, IAH) working towards chartered status.
• Strong team player with good social and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office; skills in ArcMap, QGIS, HoleBASE, MODFLOW, AutoCAD are preferred.
• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental management, with current SafePass and First Aid qualifications.
• Full clean driving license.

Key Skills / Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years of professional experience in geo-environmental roles, including contaminated land risk assessment, ground investigation oversight, and environmental liability communication. Experience with remediation technologies, environmental risk assessments, and producing high-standard reports and drawings. Familiarity with Irish roles such as PSCS/PSDP and a relevant degree (BA/BSc/BE) in Earth Science, Environmental Science, Geology, or Environmental Engineering, with a Master's preferred.

Why RPS?

Opportunity to work on challenging projects with diverse perspectives. RPS values respect, diversity, and innovation, supporting your career development through training, mentoring, and flexible work options. Join us to build an extraordinary career where you are valued and supported.

RPS, a Tetra Tech company:

In January 2023, RPS became part of Tetra Tech, a global provider with 27,000 employees worldwide. We define, design, and manage projects that create shared value in a resource-scarce, urbanizing world. Our people are our success, and we are committed to solving complex problems together.

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