What would you do as a Hydrologist?
Hydrologists
- usually work regular business hours
- usually work in offices and outdoors
- may work in all weather or hazardous conditions involving chemicals or gases
- need to be methodical, accurate and communicate well
Tasks
- study water distribution and management
- measure water flow, rainfall and temperature
- research water processes and features
- record research data
- plan environmental research
- analyse environmental data
- research impacts of conservation initiatives
- supervise scientists and workers
- prepare reports and presentations
- apply research knowledge to environmental issues
How can you become a Hydrologist?
You need a qualification and experience to become a hydrologist.
You need
- a bachelor's degree in hydrology and oceanography, earth sciences or similar area OR a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
- experience in similar work
You may need
- to complete on-the-job training in hydrology
- a New Zealand Diploma in Field Hydrology (Level 5)
- a Postgraduate Diploma in Water Management
- a driver licence
If you're in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
