Intermediate Mining Hydrogeologist

Nanaimo, BC

JOB DESCRIPTION

Waterline is seeking an intermediate hydrogeologist to join our mining services team in British Columbia. This is a unique opportunity for a self-motivated individual to take their career to the next level with a growing company of over 85 geoscientists and engineers specializing in physical hydrogeology and groundwater resources. Waterline’s mining services team supports projects across Western Canada, the United States, and South America.

This position can be based out of Waterline’s offices in Nanaimo, Calgary, Edmonton, or from a home office anywhere in BC. Currently we have staff working from home offices in Victoria, Courtenay, Salmon Arm, Valemount, and Smithers. Preference will be given currently residing in Alberta or BC.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate must have a university degree in hydrogeology or a relevant geoscience/engineering discipline, with a keen interest in continuing to advance their technical skills working alongside Waterline’s team of skilled senior and principal hydrogeologists. Candidates with the following specific qualifications should apply:

• Graduate or undergraduate degree in hydrogeology, geology, geological engineering, environmental engineering or related discipline.

• Possesses professional designation or eligible for registration with EGBC.

• 5+ years of relevant environmental consulting and/or mining industry experience in physical hydrogeology.

• Excellent communicator, both verbally and written, and experience working in a team environment (fluent Spanish is an asset).

• Strong work ethic with well developed organizational and time management skills.

• Working knowledge and understanding of environmental legislation related to groundwater resources and mining including the Mines Act, Environmental Management Act, Environmental Assessment Act, Water Sustainability Act, and related code and policies.

• Experience with geological modelling (e.g., Leapfrog), groundwater flow modeling (e.g., MODFLOW, FEFLOW) and/or water balance/water quality modelling (e.g., GoldSim).

• Experience in managing projects, staff, and client expectations and deliverables.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain existing clients and develop productive client relationships.

• Candidates must be comfortable working and travelling to remote locations. International travel may be required.

• Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

• Preference will be given to candidates with professional accreditation in Alberta, British Columbia or Saskatchewan.

  
  

OPPORTUNITY

• Provide technical input on a broad range of technical services, including water supply exploration and development, drilling investigations, well installation, seepage pathway assessments, dewatering assessments, baseline characterization and environmental impact assessments.

• Develop conceptual hydrogeological models and integrate these models with other science and engineering disciplines to guide decision making on critical projects.

• Lead and complete hydrogeological investigations of local and regional scale groundwater/surface water systems for environmental assessments during project development, operations, remediation, and reclamation/closure.

• Prepare technical reports and presentations for clients and public stakeholders.

• Provide expert witness services for public, regulatory, and legal proceedings.

• Provide mentorship to junior/intermediate geoscientists and engineers looking to advance their careers.

• Perform business development activities such as writing proposals, generating work plans, and most importantly building and maintaining relationships with Waterline’s existing clients.

• Support strategic planning and business development initiatives to expand Waterline’s mining services business.

• Report directly to the BC Division Manager with the opportunity to assume increasing autonomy and responsibility in the areas of project management and business development.

  
  

ABOUT WATERLINE

Waterline was founded in 2000 by three hydrogeologists with the mission to deliver practical, scientifically defensible solutions to our clients with a focus on high quality service. Over the last 25 years, Waterline has steadily grown into a small-mid size employee-owned company, with offices in Nanaimo, Calgary and Edmonton. Waterline is recognized as an industry leader in specialized hydrogeology services and is proud to offer a flexible work environment to our staff.

The position offers:

• Flexible and friendly working environment based on a healthy work/life balance.

• Safe work environment in accordance with our COR certified Health and Safety program led by a designated H&S coordinator.

• Career mentorship program with access to senior hydrogeologists with over 35 years’ experience.

• Comprehensive Compensation Package, including:

  • Competitive base salary

  • Investment allowance

  • Field and office bonuses based on performance, and

  • Comprehensive health benefits package that includes a health spending account and life insurance.

    
    

In keeping with our Health & Safety Policy, individuals in safety sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment, pre-access (and in some client cases, random) alcohol & drug testing as well as driver’s abstract reviews.

While we appreciate all applications we receive, please be advised that only candidates that meet the qualification requirements will be contacted.

To apply, please send resume to:

careers@waterlineresources.com