Hydrogeologist; groundwater protection

We are seeking passionate and knowledgeable Hydrogeologists to play a key role in safeguarding Ontario's groundwater.

Are you ready to take on a challenging opportunity that supports Ontario's top priorities? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing complex files that have real-world impact?

Now is the time to join our Regional Technical Support Team—a dedicated group of professionals who expertly balance the protection of Ontario's environment with economic development opportunities in the province.

In this role, you will:

• Review technical reports and evaluate the hydrogeological impacts of proposed and existing activities on regional groundwater resources.
• Design and conduct field investigations to assess environmental risks and compliance with health-based standards.
• Give scientific advice in environmental response situations, such as spills and waste disposal, to ensure groundwater protection.
• Prepare and present scientific reports to various partners, including ministry staff, municipalities, and the public.
• Contribute to legal proceedings by providing specialist testimony and preparing legal documents related to groundwater management.

• You are a registered geoscientist or geoscientist-in-training in good standing with Professional Geoscientists Ontario (PGO) without relevant limitations or with another regulated association of geoscientists in Canada, including the Professional Engineers of Ontario if qualified to practice geoscience.
• You have a post‑secondary degree with specialization in a discipline such as Geology, Hydrogeology, or Earth Sciences.
• You hold a valid class 'G' driver's license or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional on the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's license before being hired.

• You have demonstrated knowledge of contaminant hydrogeology, hydrogeological methods and techniques, and related theories, principles and practices.
• You have knowledge of how to investigate environmental issues, manage water resources, and can stay up to date on new theories and practices in environmental management.
• You can interpret and apply environmental laws, such as the Environmental Protection Act and the Ontario Water Resources Act, as well as related policies and guidelines.

• You can research, assess, and evaluate environmental problems.
• You can investigate complaints, spills, and other issues, and develop appropriate solutions to resolve them.
• You can use your project management skills to run field studies and other projects.
• You can explain technical information in a way that is easy to comprehend.
• You work well with others and can influence people with different interests.
• You can develop and present scientific reports to various audiences.

• You know how to use computer modeling and common office software like email, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:

• a defined benefit lifetime pension plan
• parental leave top‑up benefits which includes adoptive parents
• life and disability insurance
• flexible work arrangements such as flexible hours and compressed work week
• collegial and professional work culture
• career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• on‑the‑job training to aid your success in the role

Note:

Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.

Please apply online, only, at , quoting Job  , by Monday, July 6, 2026, 11:59 pm Eastern Time .

If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at to provide your contact information. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code.