Nanaimo, BC
JOB DESCRIPTION
Waterline is seeking a highly motivated intermediate hydrogeologist to join our water resources group in British Columbia. This is a unique opportunity to work with a team of over 80 hydrogeologists and geoscientists on groundwater resource projects across Western Canada, the United States, and South America. Waterline’s senior staff with 10 to 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.
This position can be based out of Waterline’s Nanaimo office, or from a remote office anywhere in BC. Currently we have staff working from home offices in Victoria, Courtenay, Salmon Arm, Valemount, and Smithers.
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 hydrogeologists and environmental scientists and engineers. Candidates with the following specific qualifications should apply:
Graduate or undergraduate degree in hydrogeology, geology, geological engineering, engineering geology, environmental engineering or related discipline.
3+ years of relevant consulting and/or 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 modelling (e.g., MODFLOW, FEFLOW) and/or water balance/water quality modelling (e.g., GoldSim).
Experience in managing projects, junior staff, and client expectations and deliverables.
Demonstrated ability to maintain existing clients and develop productive client relationships.
Candidates must be comfortable working in field settings, including remote locations and winter weather.
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.
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 mentorship to junior geoscientists and environmental 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.
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 24 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.
Waterline is proud to offer the following to all staff:
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.
Formal mentorship program with access to senior hydrogeologists with over 35 years’ experience.
Comprehensive Compensation Package, including:
o Competitive base salary;
o Investment allowance;
o Field and office bonuses based on performance; and
o Industry leading health benefits package that includes a health spending account and life insurance.
While we appreciate all applications we receive, please be advised that only candidates that meet the qualification requirements will be contacted.