Technical Lead - Subsurface Water & Resource Systems
A project-driven organisation operating across large-scale industrial and infrastructure environments is seeking a Technical Lead to oversee subsurface water-related workstreams and guide a growing specialist team.
This role is suited to someone who enjoys combining field insight, technical interpretation, and team leadership, while also contributing to the broader growth of a specialised capability.
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The Role
You'll take ownership of a portfolio of technically complex work, supporting projects that require a strong understanding of how subsurface systems behave under operational conditions.
The position balances hands-on technical input, team leadership, and commercial contribution - with exposure to a range of project types and environments.
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What You'll Be Doing
* Guide field investigations and data collection programmes across multiple sites
* Interpret datasets to build and refine conceptual and analytical system models
* Apply modelling approaches to assess trends, risks, and long-term behaviour
* Oversee monitoring programmes and ensure data integrity and consistency
* Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to integrate technical findings into broader project decisions
* Engage with stakeholders to communicate findings and recommendations
* Review and sign off on technical outputs and reports
* Manage project delivery, including timelines, budgets, and resourcing
* Support growth initiatives through client engagement and opportunity identification
* Build capability within the team through mentoring and development
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What We're Looking For
* Strong background in water-related or subsurface technical disciplines
* Experience delivering complex, data-driven technical work
* Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects
* Experience in project environments linked to infrastructure, resources, or industrial operations
* Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
* Confidence engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders
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Experience & Qualifications
* Postgraduate qualification in a relevant scientific or engineering field
* Several years' experience in applied technical environments
* Experience managing people and project delivery
* Professional registration advantageous
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Personal Profile
* Curious and analytical thinker
* Strong leadership presence with a collaborative approach
* Commercially aware and solution-focused
* Comfortable working across field and office environments
* Able to manage complexity without overcomplicating delivery
Technical Lead - Subsurface Water & Resource Systems
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