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- Junior to Intermediate Hydrogeologist
Calgary, AB JOB DESCRIPTION This is a unique opportunity to work with a team of over 50 hydrogeologists, engineers and soil scientists on hydrogeology and contaminated sites projects across Western Canada. Waterline’s senior staff with 10 years to over 35 years of experience are dedicated to guiding and mentoring our staff. There is no better place to learn and advance your career in hydrogeology. Waterline is seeking a junior to intermediate hydrogeologist or hydrogeological engineer who is based out of Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta. Candidates transitioning from exploration geology, well site geology, or other sectors will also be considered. Preference will be given to individuals currently residing in Alberta or BC. QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate must have a university degree and be a critical thinker with highly developed problem-solving skills. We are seeking specific qualifications as follows: Graduate or undergraduate degree in hydrogeology, geology, geological engineering, engineering geology, environmental engineering or related discipline or an environmental technician degree. None to five years of relevant consulting and/or industry experience. Excellent communicator, both verbally and written and team player. Strong work ethic with well-developed organizational and time management skills. Interested in a primarily field-based role with some office work for at least the first two to five years at Waterline so that new employees can become well practiced in the fundamentals of hydrogeology and environmental consulting. Experience with drilling techniques, installation of monitoring and production wells and soil and groundwater sampling procedures. Experience with environmental site assessments and remediation. Experience using water level meters, data loggers, EC meters, electronic submersible pumps, etc. to gather hydrogeological and environmental data. Experience designing and implementing slug test and aquifer pumping testing programs. Practical experience or course work in data manipulation using data management tools such as Excel, MS Access, and QGIS. Required to have or be able to obtain standard oilfield tickets (e.g., H2S Alive, First Aid, and Ground Disturbance, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System, etc.). Additional safety certification may be required, depending on the nature of the project but can be completed in advance of work. Possesses professional designation or eligible for registration with APEGA. Candidates must be comfortable working in field settings, including remote locations and winter weather. The percentage of field work for this position will vary depending on experience and may range from 10 to 50% on average annually and approximately 80% seasonally. Candidates with less than two years experience should expect the average percentage of field work during a typical year will be 50% and may be approximately 80% seasonally. Office-based work will also be part of this position so that candidates develop into well-rounded consultants. 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. JOB DUTIES The job will involve execution of projects related to environmental monitoring and assessment, remediation, water supply development, and other environmental applications. The work will include the following: Interacting and reporting to clients and intermediate and senior project managers at Waterline. Completing Phase I, II, and III environmental site assessments, including in-situ and ex-situ remediation. Supervising field drilling, well installation, and water quality sampling. Setting up and conducting/monitoring short and long-term well and aquifer tests. Compiling field notes and preparing report-ready graphs, figures, and tables. Proposal and report writing. OTHER This is your opportunity to collaborate with our community of technical experts, including Principal and Senior environmental scientists, hydrogeologists, and engineers, who each have between 10 to 35 years of experience. The position offers: Flexible and friendly working environment based on a healthy work/life balance. Formal mentorship program. Full-time employment. Competitive base salary. Investment allowance. Field and office bonuses to top performers. Comprehensive benefits package that includes a health spending account and life insurance. Opportunity for ownership. 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 drivers abstract reviews. Waterline offers a comprehensive compensation package. We are also committed to flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, training opportunities, and rewarding our star performers. While we appreciate all applications we receive, please be advised that only candidates that meet the qualification requirements will be contacted.
- Junior to Intermediate Hydrogeologist
Edmonton, AB JOB DESCRIPTION This is a unique opportunity to work with a team of over 50 hydrogeologists, engineers and soil scientists on hydrogeology and contaminated sites projects across Western Canada. Waterline’s senior staff with 10 years to over 35 years of experience are dedicated to guiding and mentoring our staff. There is no better place to learn and advance your career in hydrogeology. Waterline is seeking a junior to intermediate hydrogeologist or hydrogeological engineer who is based out of Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta. Candidates transitioning from exploration geology, well site geology, or other sectors will also be considered. Preference will be given to individuals currently residing in Alberta or BC. QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate must have a university degree and be a critical thinker with highly developed problem-solving skills. We are seeking specific qualifications as follows: Graduate or undergraduate degree in hydrogeology, geology, geological engineering, engineering geology, environmental engineering or related discipline or an environmental technician degree. None to five years of relevant consulting and/or industry experience. Excellent communicator, both verbally and written and team player. Strong work ethic with well-developed organizational and time management skills. Interested in a primarily field-based role with some office work for at least the first two to five years at Waterline so that new employees can become well practiced in the fundamentals of hydrogeology and environmental consulting. Experience with drilling techniques, installation of monitoring and production wells and soil and groundwater sampling procedures. Experience with environmental site assessments and remediation. Experience using water level meters, data loggers, EC meters, electronic submersible pumps, etc. to gather hydrogeological and environmental data. Experience designing and implementing slug test and aquifer pumping testing programs. Practical experience or course work in data manipulation using data management tools such as Excel, MS Access, and QGIS. Required to have or be able to obtain standard oilfield tickets (e.g., H2S Alive, First Aid, and Ground Disturbance, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System, etc.). Additional safety certification may be required, depending on the nature of the project but can be completed in advance of work. Possesses professional designation or eligible for registration with APEGA. Candidates must be comfortable working in field settings, including remote locations and winter weather. The percentage of field work for this position will vary depending on experience and may range from 10 to 50% on average annually and approximately 80% seasonally. Candidates with less than two years experience should expect the average percentage of field work during a typical year will be 50% and may be approximately 80% seasonally. Office-based work will also be part of this position so that candidates develop into well-rounded consultants. 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. JOB DUTIES The job will involve execution of projects related to environmental monitoring and assessment, remediation, water supply development, and other environmental applications. The work will include the following: Interacting and reporting to clients and intermediate and senior project managers at Waterline. Completing Phase I, II, and III environmental site assessments, including in-situ and ex-situ remediation. Supervising field drilling, well installation, and water quality sampling. Setting up and conducting/monitoring short and long-term well and aquifer tests. Compiling field notes and preparing report-ready graphs, figures, and tables. Proposal and report writing. OTHER This is your opportunity to collaborate with our community of technical experts, including Principal and Senior environmental scientists, hydrogeologists, and engineers, who each have between 10 to 35 years of experience. The position offers: Flexible and friendly working environment based on a healthy work/life balance. Formal mentorship program. Full-time employment. Competitive base salary. Investment allowance. Field and office bonuses to top performers. Comprehensive benefits package that includes a health spending account and life insurance. Opportunity for ownership. 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 drivers abstract reviews. Waterline offers a comprehensive compensation package. We are also committed to flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, training opportunities, and rewarding our star performers. While we appreciate all applications we receive, please be advised that only candidates that meet the qualification requirements will be contacted.
- Intermediate Environmental Scientist/ Reclamation Specialist
Edmonton, AB JOB DESCRIPTION This is a unique opportunity to work with a team of over 50 hydrogeologists, engineers, and environmental scientists on contaminated sites and reclamation projects across Western Canada within the Mining and Energy sectors. Waterline’s senior staff have over 35 years of experience and are dedicated to guiding and mentoring our staff. There is no better place to learn and advance your career in environmental sciences and land reclamation. Waterline is seeking an intermediate environmental scientist/reclamation specialist who will be based out of Edmonton, Alberta. Preference will be given to individuals currently residing in Alberta or BC. QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate must have a university degree or college diploma and be a critical thinker with highly developed problem-solving skills. We are seeking specific qualifications as follows: Degree or diploma in environmental and conservation sciences, land reclamation, ecology and conservation biology or related discipline. Three to seven years of relevant consulting and/or Energy industry experience. Excellent communicator, both verbally and written, and a team player. Strong work ethic with well-developed organizational and time management skills. Experience with soil classification. Experience with vegetation identification within agronomic, native prairie and forested settings. Experience with environmental site assessments and remediation. Experience with reclamation concepts and techniques. Experience using drones to acquire site images. Experience using water level meters, data loggers, EC meters, etc. to gather hydrogeological and environmental data. Practical experience or course work in data management utilizing tools such as Excel, MS Access, and QGIS. Required to have or be able to obtain standard oilfield tickets (e.g., H2S Alive, First Aid, and Ground Disturbance, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System, etc.). Additional safety certification may be required, depending on the nature of the project but can be completed in advance of work. Possesses professional designation or eligible for registration with APEGA, AIA, or ASPB. Candidates must be comfortable working in field settings, including remote locations and winter weather. The percentage of field work for this position will vary depending on experience and may range from 0 to 30% on average and from 0 to 50% seasonally. Waterline will work with successful candidates to determine a field vs. office work balance suitable for the candidate and Waterline. 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. JOB DUTIES The job involves execution of projects related to environmental closure involving assessment, remediation, and reclamation. Some projects are stand alone while others are part of area-based closure programs. The work includes the following duties: Interacting and reporting to clients and intermediate and senior project managers at Waterline. Completing site visits, sample collection, and data entry. Developing work plans for Phase II environmental site assessments and remediation projects. Planning and executing Phase II environmental site assessment programs. Planning and executing remediation programs. Conducting pre-reclamation assessments and developing work plans for reclamation. Planning and supervising area-based closure and reclamation programs. Compiling and interpreting assessment data, conducting statistical analyses and providing scientific/technical recommendations. Compiling field notes and preparing report-ready graphs, figures, and tables. Proposal and report writing. COMPENSATION This is your opportunity to collaborate with our community of technical experts, including Principal and Senior environmental scientists, hydrogeologists, and engineers, who each have between 10 to 35 years of experience in contaminated site management and/or reclamation. The position offers: Flexible and friendly working environment based on a healthy work/life balance. Formal mentorship program. Full-time employment. Competitive base salary. Investment allowance. Field and office bonuses to top performers. Comprehensive benefits package that includes a health spending account and life insurance. Opportunity for ownership. 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 drivers abstract reviews. Waterline offers a comprehensive compensation package. We are also committed to flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, training opportunities, and rewarding our star performers. While we appreciate all applications we receive, please be advised that only candidates that meet the qualification requirements will be contacted.
- Intermediate Environmental Scientist/ Assessment and Remediation Specialist
Edmonton, AB JOB DESCRIPTION This is a unique opportunity to work with a team of over 50 hydrogeologists, engineers, and environmental scientists on hydrogeology and contaminated site projects across Western Canada. Waterline’s senior staff with 10 years to over 35 years of experience are dedicated to guiding and mentoring our staff. There is no better place to learn and advance your career in hydrogeology and environmental sciences. Waterline is seeking an intermediate environmental scientist/assessment and remediation specialist who will be based out of Edmonton, Alberta. Preference will be given to individuals currently residing in Alberta or BC. QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate must have a university degree and be a critical thinker with highly developed problem-solving skills. We are seeking specific qualifications as follows: Graduate or undergraduate degree in environmental and conservation sciences, hydrogeology, geology, geological engineering, engineering geology, environmental engineering, or related discipline. Three to seven years of relevant consulting and/or industry experience. Excellent communicator, both verbally and written and a team player. Strong work ethic with well-developed organizational and time management skills. Interested in a field and office-based role for at least the first two to three years at Waterline so that new employees can become well practiced in the fundamentals of hydrogeology and environmental consulting. Experience with drilling techniques, installation of monitoring wells and soil and groundwater sampling procedures. Experience with environmental site assessments and remediation. Experience using water level meters, data loggers, EC meters, etc. to gather hydrogeological and environmental data. Experience designing and implementing slug testing programs. Practical experience or course work in data management utilizing tools such as Excel, MS Access, and QGIS. Required to have or be able to obtain standard oilfield tickets (e.g., H2S Alive, First Aid, and Ground Disturbance, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System, etc.). Additional safety certification may be required, depending on the nature of the project but can be completed in advance of work. Possesses professional designation or eligible for registration with APEGA, AIA, or ASPB. Candidates must be comfortable working in field settings, including remote locations and winter weather. The percentage of field work for this position will vary depending on experience and may range from 0 to 30% on average annually and from 0 to 50% seasonally. Waterline will work with successful candidates to determine a field vs. office work balance suitable for the candidate and Waterline. 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. JOB DUTIES The job involves execution of projects related to environmental compliance, assessment, remediation, and other environmental applications. The work includes the following: Interacting and reporting to clients and intermediate and senior project managers at Waterline. Developing work plans for Phase I and II environmental site assessments and remediation projects. Planning and executing Phase I and II environmental site assessment programs. Supervising field drilling programs, well installation, and water quality sampling. Compiling and interpreting complex assessment data, conduct data gap analyses, and prepare conceptual site models. Developing site specific guidelines, risk assessments and risk and/or remedial action plans. Working with senior staff to develop risk-based strategies to manage complex contaminated sites. Planning and executing complex remediation projects including in-situ and ex-situ remediation. Compiling field notes and preparing report-ready graphs, figures, and tables. Proposal and report writing. COMPENSATION This is your opportunity to collaborate with our community of technical experts, including Principal and Senior environmental scientists, hydrogeologists, and engineers, who each have between 10 to 35 years of experience. The position offers: Flexible and friendly working environment based on a healthy work/life balance. Formal mentorship program. Full-time employment. Competitive base salary. Investment allowance. Field and office bonuses to top performers. Comprehensive benefits package that includes a health spending account and life insurance. Opportunity for ownership. 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 drivers abstract reviews. Waterline offers a comprehensive compensation package. We are also committed to flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, training opportunities, and rewarding our star performers. While we appreciate all applications we receive, please be advised that only candidates that meet the qualification requirements will be contacted.
- Announcement of Waterline's New President and COO
Waterline Resources Inc. Board of Directors is pleased to announce the following changes to the management structure effective December 7, 2022. These changes are part of a deliberate transition strategy along with the evolution of Waterline into an employee-owned corporation. Michelle Taylor will assume the role of President and will be responsible for all aspects of the company’s performance. Michelle brings extensive knowledge to this position that includes greater than 25 years of experience in both industry and consulting. While Michelle’s technical practice has focussed predominantly on liability management, with specific areas of experience covering environmental site assessment, risk management, remediation, regulatory approval and compliance, her transition into a corporate and business management role over the last several years makes Michelle highly qualified as Waterline’s next President. Eric Pringle will be assuming the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO) with his responsibilities encompassing operations across all groups. Eric brings extensive knowledge to this position that includes greater than 30 years of experience in consulting, providing hydrogeologic and environmental engineering services. Eric joined Waterline in 2007. In 2010, Eric became the first new shareholder in Waterline following the founding partners. As such, Eric has become instrumental in advancing the company, specifically through his technical skills, professional practice management, and health and safety. Steve Foley continues to be a technical resource and an active board member. Darren David remains as the Vice President of British Columbia operations focusing on continued growth and diversity, as well as an active board member.
- Waterline Celebrates National Groundwater Awareness Week
In Canada, 8.9 Million people rely on groundwater for domestic use. Our groundwater supply, and your domestic water supply are incredibly important to many Canadians. We take the time to maintain our homes and cars regularly. Our groundwater wells also need an annual checkup as well. Learn more about what you can do to maintain your groundwater well in British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan.
- Ownership Expansion Announcement
Waterline is excited to announce the evolution and expansion of ownership in the company. Since the three founders, Steve Foley, Darren David, and Jamie Wills started Waterline in 2000, it was always their goal to expand ownership to the employees. In 2010, Eric Pringle and Andrzej Slawinski became the first shareholders outside the founders group. Although Andrzej has recently reduced his role as a Technical Director, Eric has become a Principal leader and a primary shareholder in the corporation. In 2019 and 2020, twelve senior members of the company joined the ownership group, and this week, an additional thirteen staff will also join that group. “As a founder, I am extremely proud of the contribution and development of our staff throughout the history of Waterline, and I consider the transition in ownership to employees that have been essential to our success as our greatest accomplishment.” Steve Foley, President and Principal Hydrogeologist. Waterline is a mid-sized hydrogeology and environmental consulting firm built on the foundation of physical and contaminant hydrogeology expertise operating in Western Canada. Our team of highly qualified geoscientists, soil and reclamation scientists, and engineers are industry leaders in providing environmental consulting services and regulatory support.
- Resources for BC well owners affected by floods.
To all of our friends in B.C. dealing with yet another natural disaster that will undoubtedly extend well into the future, we want to send you a heart felt "you are strong enough to get through this". Hand in hand we can all persevere in these trying times. The BC government has compiled a list of helpful links and resources to help aid all of the people with drinking water affected by the floods. We hope that this one small but important piece of the puzzle will help in the path of recovery. https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2021HLTH0205-002215
- Dewatering Debacle: Is a Hydrogeologist Really Necessary for your Infrastructure Project?
Shallow permeable aquifers have the potential to disrupt and delay infrastructure projects if not properly accounted for in the initial project planning stages. The presence of shallow aquifers and dewatering demands are an often overlooked component in the infrastructure planning phase, whether the project involves a mine pit or an underground structure such as a basement or parking garage. Dewatering is the process of lowering the water table below the lowest excavation depth by means of a pumping well system to allow for a safe and effective excavation procedure by increasing wall stability and eliminating potential groundwater infiltration into the excavation pit. Costs associated with dewatering can spiral a project budget out of control if proper consideration is not given to subsurface assessment and can diminish the economic feasibility of an entire project. Aquifer dewatering is a major concern when the project is proximal to a surface water body such as a river or lake, which generally results in a very shallow water table. Seasonal variations of the water table level can add an extra complexity to project timing, depending on the magnitude of the variations. If your project is close to a surface water body or a sensitive ecological environment, it is advantageous to consult with an experienced hydrogeologist during the project planning or proposal stage to avoid unforeseen and costly oversights. Taking Sediments into Consideration In Alberta, shallow aquifers generally comprise unconsolidated sediments derived from peri-glacial outwash processes resulting in fluvial and lacustrine depositional environments; the unconsolidated sediments can range from a clay till to clean fluvial sand/gravel. In terms of dewatering, both fine and coarser sediments can be problematic. Fine and coarse sediments can be heavily saturated and difficult to dewater due to varying permeability or hydraulic conductivity. Generally speaking, finer sediments cannot sustain larger pumping rates required in dewatering projects. Coarse sediments require greater pumping rates and more demanding groundwater discharge management methods to adequately dewater higher hydraulic conductivity sediments. An understanding of the aquifer sediment size and sorting is crucial because increased groundwater velocities from aggressive pumping can mobilize finer sediments from within the aquifer and create piping (internal erosion) conditions that can lead to ground subsistence and/or pumping equipment destruction. Creating a Conceptual Model A site conceptual model is integral to a successful dewatering plan because without a conceptual model, the appropriate dewatering system cannot be confidently selected. The conceptual model development requires, at minimum, the installation of numerous piezometers around the site. Piezometers provide lithological data (during installation), water table elevation data, and groundwater chemistry data. Although often overlooked, these data can be extracted during a well-planned geotechnical program when completed in consultation with a professional hydrogeologist, and result in considerable cost savings. The lithology of the site generally determines the dewatering method. The two most common shallow dewatering methods are large diameter vertical pumping wells or a wellpoint system (image below). Large diameter pumping wells are appropriate for coarser sediment conditions, where the small proportion of fine sediments can be developed out with a submersible pump, resulting in low turbidity discharge and robust well deliverability. Wellpoint systems are appropriate for finer sediment conditions, where persistent fine sediment production may be an issue. A wellpoint system consists of a series of small diameter wells that are connected by a header pipe to a wellpoint pump and can also incorporate a separator tank into the system for settling fine sediments (see figure below). The pump creates a vacuum in the header pipe drawing water up from the ground, however the dewatering depth cannot exceed six meters below ground (depending on site elevation above sea level) due to inherent vacuum pump limitations. Therefore, vertical wells must be utilized for dewatering to depths greater than six meters below ground. Cost must be considered as part of the dewatering system decision as the design and intricacies of the wellpoint system can be very expensive compared to vertical well installation. A proper understanding of fundamental aquifer properties such as hydraulic conductivity, transmissivity, storativity (usually simplified to specific yield in unconfined aquifers), heterogeneity, and anisotropy are critical to the successful design of a dewatering system. Various methods are available to estimate aquifer properties such as slug or bailer tests, pumping tests or even grain size analysis by sieving. The conceptual model should be used to guide the planning process for the selection of a dewatering method (i.e., a slug/bailer test is generally not appropriate for gravel sediments). A slug or bailer test, often conducted as part of the initial geotechnical program, is a simple and cost effective way to estimate hydraulic conductivity but is representative of only a small volume of geological material surrounding the well and may not be a representative elementary volume (REV) of site as a whole. Pumping tests are the preferred method to holistically characterize the aquifer under the site and to provide best estimates of transmissivity and storativity (if observation wells are installed). Transmissivity and storativity estimates from the pumping test can be used to calibrate a predictive forward analytical model to guide dewatering decisions such as dewatering system type (i.e., vertical wells or wellpoint), well quantity, well spacing/distribution, pumping rates, pumping duration and expected volumes. Empirical estimates of heterogeneity and anisotropy are difficult to calculate but a qualified hydrogeologist can estimate these parameters based on lithology and parameterization of analytical models. Adhering to Regulations The dewatering process can require continuous pumping for weeks to months which, depending on the site size, can produce tens to hundreds of thousands of cubic metres of groundwater discharge. Pumping must continue throughout the pre-construction and construction phase. Dealing with such large volumes in tanks or water trucks can be cumbersome and expensive so the most practicable option is to discharge to the surface. However, the dewatering contractor or operator must be cognizant of local regulations and the ecological sensitivity of the area (i.e., national parks, wetlands, fish-bearing streams, etc.) prior to discharging groundwater to the environment. Discharged water cannot be discharged directly to a surface water body without prior regulatory approval or be close enough to a surface water body in which foreign debris or sediment are introduced via erosion. For shallow dewatering sites, it is the utmost importance to discharge groundwater sufficiently distant from the site during dewatering to avoid artificial recharge of the aquifer being dewatered. Special consideration must be given to groundwater quality (chemistry) while dewatering, especially in ecologically sensitive areas. In Banff National Park, for example, limited discharge options are available for dewatering within the Banff town site; the municipal stormwater system is the only viable solution to move such large volumes. However, the stormwater system is routed directly to the Bow River, therefore stringent water quality guidelines to protect aquatic life must be met, such as the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment (CCME) Freshwater Aquatic Life and Environmental Quality Guidelines for Alberta Surface Waters. Consequently, discharge water must be held on site or temporarily trucked off site until three consecutive days of water sampling confirm the compliance and reproducibility of the water quality results with the aforementioned guidelines. A contingency plan should be arranged in the event that the water quality does not meet the relevant guidelines. Similar challenges to meeting discharge criteria occur throughout Alberta and are based on municipal, provincial, and federal regulations. Successful Dewatering Once the aquifer has been sufficiently dewatered and the infrastructure foundation or underground structure has been constructed, permanent dewatering systems may be necessary (where permitted). These permanent dewatering systems can include, but are not limited to, weeping tile and/or a sump. In summary, a successful dewatering program should include: Early engagement with an experienced hydrogeologist, prior to the geotechnical program, to avoid unforeseen and costly oversights and to advise on applicable environmental guidelines to the site; Development of a conceptual site model through a preliminary exploration program including drilling and installing of piezometers – this program can be combined with the geotechnical assessment resulting in considerable cost-savings; Using the conceptual model to select the most appropriate site-specific testing method to estimate aquifer properties pertinent to dewatering; Creation of a calibrated predictive forward analytical model to guide critical dewatering decisions such as dewatering system type, well spacing/distribution, etc.; Having a primary and contingency plan to manage large amounts of fresh or potentially contaminated discharged groundwater; Placement of a permanent dewatering system (if necessary) once the foundation or underground structure has been constructed. Waterline Resources Inc. is a water resource, environmental and information services consulting firm based out of Calgary, AB and Nanaimo, BC, with satellite offices throughout Western Canada. Waterline’s staff includes scientists, engineers, computer scientists and data management technicians that specialize in water well design, water quality analysis and aquifer management. We pride ourselves on exercising scientific principles while working closely with our clients to establish strong relationships for project success. If you have questions about dewatering or require any additional groundwater services, please emails us at info@waterlineresources.com or give us a call at 403-243-5611.
- Congratulations On 15 Years With Waterline.
This week marks Brent Morin's 15-year anniversary with Waterline. Brent is not only a Senior Hydrogeologist with us, he is also a professional geologist and project manager. Over the years, Brent has been directly engaged with many of Waterline’s key clients across the Oil Sands, Upstream and Midstream Oil & Gas, and Mining sectors including Indigenous stakeholders. Brent's colleagues would describe him as friendly, considerate and hard working, as he always goes the extra mile to ensure projects are completed to a high standard. We look forward to working with Brent for years to come. Waterline’s President and founding partner, Steve Foley, particularly feels privileged to have watched Brent’s family grow over the last 15 years; investing heavily in cookie dough to advance his daughter’s dance career.
- North American Occupational Safety and Health Week
NAOSH was established in 1966 with the goal to focus employers, employees, partners and the public on the importance of preventing injury and illness in the workplace, at home and in the community. The Health and Safety of our staff is paramount on all projects undertaken by Waterline. We are a COR Certified company (Certificate of Recognition) and registered with ISNetworld, ComplyWorks, and Avetta. Waterline staff maintain an up-to-date standing in the following industry-approved H&S training courses: Standard First Aid, H2S Alive, Confined Space, Ground Disturbance, TDG, CSO (Common Safety Orientation), and WHMIS. At Waterline we make a continual commitment to our community, clients and coworkers that the safety of ourselves and each other will always be our first responsibility.
- April 22, 2021 International Mother "Earth Day."
This Earth Day, Waterline is helping to “Take Care of the Planet” by encouraging our staff to pick up the litter we see along the waterlines our local watercourses and waterbodies while enjoying the great outdoors. We are so fortunate we live in Canada where we are blessed with incredible natural environments to enjoy, find rest, solitude, and connect with the ecosystems that sustain us. We can’t expect the sea gulls to do all the work for us, so let’s get out there and do our part! #TakeCareofThePlanet #EarthDay2021