Rapid Response Unit
We are seeking experienced field hydrogeologists to join our Rapid Response Unit.
By joining the Rapid Response Unit you will become part of a unique team of groundwater experts who will be fostered and developed by Groundwater Relief to perform specialist groundwater services for the humanitarian sector. To ensure we send the right people to emergencies, interested candidates will need to go through the following selection process.
Candidates will also be required to:
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Have a minimum of 2 years practical hydrogeological field experience (humanitarian experience ideal but not essential)
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Commit to being on call on the Rapid Response Unit roster for a minimum 3 weeks per year.
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Be prepared for an immediate departure to work overseas for a minimum 3 weeks whilst on-call.
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Commit to completing Groundwater Relief medical form signed by GP
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Commit to be fully vaccinated.
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Hold a valid passport with a minimum of 6 months validity.
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For candidates employed by a company/organisation you will also need to complete an Employers Consent Form signed by an appropriate individual from your company. Groundwater Relief is happy to facilitate these discussions with your employer and is actively seeking to engage company support with our work.
To Apply
The deadline to apply for the 2019 recruitment cycle is the 1st March 2019. Those selected to go forwards in the selection process will be required to undertake technical interviews in late March/early April. If you would like to be considered then please send an application form (provided below), CV and details of two references to admin@groundwater-relief.org
The next recruitment cycle will be undertaken in early 2020.
Downloads:
- Rapid Response Unit Advertisement V1 (334.6kb, pdf)
- Rapid Response Unit Application Form V2 (703.8kb, pdf)