Hydrologist | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Hydrologists study the impact of rainfall, rivers and waterways on the environment. They also look at sustainable ways to use water.

  • Prepare written and oral reports describing research results, using illustrations, maps, appendices, and other information.  
  • Design and conduct scientific hydrogeological investigations to ensure that accurate and appropriate information is available for use in water resource management decisions.  
  • Measure and graph phenomena such as lake
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Hydrologists typically work around 38 to 45 hours per week.

As a Hydrologist you will typically work evenings / weekends.

This occupation tends to be:

  • Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
  • Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and
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* from ONETonline
Average salary
38,029 GBP *
per year
22,500 GBP
46,000 GBP
Starting
5+ Experience
* data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)
Average salary for Hydrologist

  • 38,466 GBP
  • 36,688 GBP
Average salary for part-time Hydrologist
Average salary for full-time Hydrologist

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  • 27,478 GBP
  • 25,125 GBP
  • 32,106 GBP
  • 38,029 GBP
  • 36,688 GBP
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Salary over time for Hydrologist

Salary for this role has increased over time
  • 33,271 GBP
  • 33,712 GBP
  • 35,268 GBP
  • 35,376 GBP
  • 36,608 GBP
  • 37,704 GBP
  • 38,029 GBP
  • 39,930 GBP
  • 30,138 GBP
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Future outlook for Hydrologists

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Very good outlook
33 000+ jobs available
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Balanced outlook
-1% yearly wage growth (on average)
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Very good outlook
24% chance of automation in the future

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Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Hydrologist and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

  • 52% of people in this role have a Master's degree
  • 39% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree
  • 4% of people in this role have some postgraduate study, but not a masters or doctorate

You'll need:

  • maths knowledge
  • knowledge of engineering science and technology
  • analytical thinking skills
  • knowledge of geography
  • science skills
  • to be thorough and pay attention to detail
  • knowledge of physics
  • excellent written communication skills
  • to be able to use a computer and the main software packages confidently

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Things to highlight for your Hydrologist interview

Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Analytical Thinking Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

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