Hydrologist
15AI EXPOSURE TODAY15
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST60%
NOT A FORECAST60%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB
STARTING PAY£28,000 - £35,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Hydrologist
Hydrogeologists and hydrologists play a crucial role in managing our most vital resource: water. As climate change and population growth intensify pressures on water supplies, these experts are at the forefront of ensuring sustainable water management practices that protect both the environment and human health.
THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.
AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.
AI helps here, but has not taken over
AI exposure for this job is below 50 on our index, and the day-to-day work still leans on a person to decide, check and take responsibility. Nothing formally protects this job though, so the safest move is to keep building the judgement AI cannot yet copy.
Organisations in this field
Organisations known to employ people in this area of work. This is not a list of current vacancies.
Environment AgencyThe Environment Agency is a key player in managing the UK's water resources and protecting the environment, making it an ideal employer for hydrologists.
Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA)SEPA is responsible for protecting and improving Scotland's environment, offering diverse opportunities for hydrologists.
AtkinsAtkins is a leading engineering and project management consultancy that values hydrologists for their expertise in water management.
ArupArup is a global engineering firm that works on innovative water projects, providing exciting career opportunities for hydrologists.RPS GroupRPS Group offers consultancy services in environmental management, making it a great place for hydrologists to apply their skills.