Senior Hydrogeologist

CITIC Pacific Limited; Remote; GBP 49,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining company is seeking an experienced Senior Hydrogeologist for its Sino Iron operation at Cape Preston. The successful candidate will develop advanced groundwater and pore pressure models, assist in licensing and environmental compliance, and mentor field staff. A tertiary qualification in Hydrogeology or related field, along with experience in groundwater management in mining, is required. This permanent role operates on an 8/6 roster, FIFO from Perth.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration packages

Career progression and training programs

On-site village facilities

Access to the Alliance Airlines Lounge

Qualifications

• Proven experience in groundwater modelling and mining operations.
• Experience preparing technical reports and presentations.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance and licensing.

Responsibilities

• Develop groundwater and pore pressure models.
• Design and implement pit dewatering strategies.
• Mentor field staff and manage groundwater data collection.

Skills

Groundwater management

Surface water management

Hydrogeology technical capabilities

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in Hydrogeology, Geology or related fields

Tools

FeFlow

MINEDW

HEC-RAS

TOFLOW

ArcGIS

PowerBI

Job description

Apply now Job no: 499055AB* (MCP)
Work type: Permanent Fulltime
Location: Cape Preston
Categories: Operations

We’re seeking an experienced Senior Hydrogeologist to support our Sino Iron operation, located at Cape Preston. This permanent role operates on an 8/6 roster, FIFO from Perth.

Reporting to the Superintendent Geotech & Hydrogeology, this role focuses on developing and implementing advanced groundwater models to support dewatering, geotechnical, and mining operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop groundwater and pore pressure models including calibration, sensitivity, and uncertainty analysis to support mining and geotechnical engineering.
• Assist the approvals, licensing, and closure teams by providing accurate groundwater models.
• Design and implement pit dewatering strategies, surplus water management, and surface flooding models.
• Work collaboratively with hydrogeologists and geotechnical engineers from concept through to final model development.
• Implement groundwater and surface water management plans to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to field staff and contractors.
• Manage groundwater and surface water data collection, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.
• Lead field programs for groundwater investigations, including groundwater supply, dewatering, depressurisation, and quality assessments.

About you

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

• Tertiary qualification in Hydrogeology, Geology, Geological Engineering or a Geoscience Degree with relevant experience in Hydrogeology.
• Proven technical capabilities in the areas of groundwater and surface water management with demonstrated experience working in open pit operation and groundwater model experience.
• Hands‑on experience with groundwater and pit pore pressure modelling software, such as FeFlow, MINEDW, HEC‑RAS, TOFLOW, ArcGIS, Surfer, Leapfrog, Aquifer Test Analysis Software, Vulcan, SQL databases, and PowerBI.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with experience preparing technical reports and presentations.
• Experience mentoring staff or leading field programs.
• Knowledge of approvals, licensing, and environmental compliance.

What We Offer

As an employee of CPM, we offer a range of benefits including leave benefits, personal and family benefits, salary sacrifice options, and lifestyle benefits including:

• Competitive remuneration packages.
• Career progression and industry training programs.
• Life and salary continuance insurance.
• Salary packaging and motor vehicle novated leasing options.
• Access to the Alliance Airlines Lounge.
• On‑site village facilities: gyms, swimming pool, sports courts, retail store, tavern, and recreation areas.

How to Apply

• Shortlisting for this role will commence immediately.
• We reserve the right to close applications earlier than stated.
• Candidates represented by agencies will not be considered.
• Internal applicants are required to advise their immediate line manager of their application.

As an employee of CPM, you’ll be part of an inclusive, culturally and gender diverse organisation committed to providing equal opportunities for all.

About Us

CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM) is the company behind Sino Iron, Australia’s largest magnetite operation located on the Pilbara coast. We are leading the development of a new downstream processing industry for the nation by transforming magnetite iron ore into a high‑grade, premium export product.

Sino Iron is a fully integrated operation featuring a large‑scale mine, six‑line concentrator, and port terminal facilities at Cape Preston. Our state‑of‑the‑art power station and desalination plant are among the largest in Western Australia.

With more than 170,000 employees worldwide across the CITIC Group, the majority shareholder of CPM, our operations provide global career opportunities. At CPM, we encourage our people to learn, grow and take advantage of opportunities across the business. You’ll be supported to reach your full potential and be recognised for your contribution.

Advertised: 15 Jan 2026 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 15 Feb 2026 W. Australia Standard Time