Lead Hydrogeologist or Water Scientist
Lead Hydrogeologist or Water Scientist
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10-04-2025
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Job Description
Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.
EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group joining a portfolio of operations around the world and a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.
Application deadline: April 7 2025
What we offer:
At EVR were dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.
EVR recognizes our employees skills competencies and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.
We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.
We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.
About the role:
Reporting to the Senior Lead Water the Lead Hydrogeologist or Water Scientist (at EVR known as Lead Regional Water Monitoring) is responsible for planning supervising and implementing groundwater investigations to support mining operations and regional environmental performance and compliance.
To be successful we are looking for an individual with good leadership and communication skills strong analytical and decisionmaking abilities with a capacity for practical problemsolving. Strong multitasking teamwork and environmental project management experience skills are vital for success in this role. The successful candidate would also enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions as they perform a diverse range of field and office tasks.
This is an exciting opportunity to advance the objectives of the Elk Valley Water Quality Plan and ensure the health of the local watershed and inform some of the most advanced selenium and nitrate removal technology in the world!
Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventures at your fingertips. Whether its biking and skiing or the laidback atmosphere of fishing and hiking there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off come experience what work life balance is all about!
Benefits:
- Two Annual Bonus Plans
- Comprehensive Benefits Plan
- Retirement Package
- Health Lifestyle Account
In this role you will:
- Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
- Coordinate and supervise internal groups and external contractors and consultants in hydrological assessments and work programs including groundwater and surface water investigations and the interaction of mine pits and the environment
- Ensure projects are being conducted in accordance with project scope and Health Environment Safety and Community (HESC) commitments
- Integrate groundwater and surface water data in the development of conceptual site models
- Lead field investigations data collection inspections and audits to inform management decisions
- Provide technical review for hydrological reports permit applications and support implementation of water quality management and mitigation
- Prepare and submit technical reports to meet regulatory and other commitments and present technical information to a variety of audiences
- Support engagement and maintain relationships with government agencies Indigenous groups and other local communities of interest
- Mentor train and provide technical direction to mine sites and other business units
- Conduct analysis and quality assurance and quality control of data
Requirements:
- Degree or diploma in Engineering or Science in environment hydrology hydrogeology or other related field
- Minimum seven years experience in hydrogeology water quality monitoring groundwater studies or water management
- Proficient in environmental data management analysis reporting and environmental databases such as EQuIS GIS or Surfer
- Knowledge of relevant federal and provincial legislation standards and effective industry practices
- Experience supervising consultants and contractors
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License or equivalent
- Experience in largescale groundwater investigations and monitoring programs is an asset
- Knowledge in water and constituents load balance assessments groundwater modelling and water quality management is an asset
- Registered designation or eligible to register for professional designation such as P.Geo or P.Eng is an asset
$103000 $127000 a year
The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidates relevant experience skills and competencies and considers internal equity.
To all applicants your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the preemployment requirements of a preemployment drug screen and three professional references.
About EVR
EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people to society and to the environment seriously. The highquality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail bridges hospitals and schools.
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