Hydrogeologist Job Calgary area,Alberta Canada,Science

Contract Hydrogeologist Join a Leading Canadian Energy Company Seeking an experienced Hydrogeologist to provide technical leadership and groundwater expertise in support of our Western Canadian operations. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex hydrogeological challenges across large-scale in situ oil sands assets while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, regulators, and industry-leading environmental professionals.

What You’ll Do

Assessing and managing groundwater-related risks associated with resource well drilling operations
Supporting the design, implementation, and interpretation of groundwater monitoring programs for large in situ oil sands developments
Leading and reviewing groundwater contamination assessment and investigation programs
Evaluating surface casing vent flow fluids through hydrochemical and isotopic analyses
Supporting the development, licensing, operation, and reporting of shallow groundwater supply systems
Conducting domestic water well investigations and responding to stakeholder concerns
Providing technical support related to deep well disposal activities
Interpreting hydrogeological and environmental data to support operational and regulatory decision-making
Collaborating with regulators, consultants, Indigenous communities, and internal stakeholders
Supporting environmental permitting activities and ongoing site environmental management programs
Preparing and reviewing technical reports, regulatory submissions, and supporting documentation

What You’ll Bring

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and technically strong hydrogeologist who is comfortable working in dynamic operational environments and managing multiple priorities.

Required Qualifications

Legally authorized to work in Canada
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Earth Sciences, Geological Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline
Professional designation as a P.Geo. or P.Eng. in good standing within Alberta
Minimum 10 years of progressive hydrogeological experience
Strong understanding of groundwater systems, monitoring programs, and environmental assessment methodologies
Excellent technical writing, data interpretation, and communication skills
Experience working within resource development, energy, mining, or related industrial sectors
Working knowledge of Alberta environmental regulations and regulatory processes
Proven ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting oil sands or conventional energy operations
Background in hydrogeologic mapping, groundwater modeling, and hydrogeochemistry
Experience with regulatory applications, environmental impact assessments, and environmental compliance programs
Familiarity with groundwater data management and interpretation tools