Intermediate Hydrogeologist

Company Description

Piteau Associates, a Tetra Tech company, is a world-renowned consulting firm that offers a full range of geotechnical, hydrogeological, and mine water management investigation and design services to the resource industry. With more than 45 years of service, the company currently has over 150 employees in 11 offices in Canada, USA, Peru, Chile, UK, and South Africa. With a strong dedication to quality and maintaining long‑term relationships with our clients, we are one of the top mining geotechnical and hydrogeology consulting firms specializing in the design of deep open pit mines worldwide.

Location:

North Vancouver, BC, Canada

Start Date:

Immediately

• Piteau is seeking Intermediate to Senior Hydrogeologists to take on challenging roles in its Canadian operations. We offer the opportunity to work with industry‑leading professionals and exposure to a wide range of projects including:
• Pit slope depressurization and pit dewatering design for open pit mines at all stages of development
• Interpretation and analysis of hydrogeological monitoring and characterization data
• Assessment and mitigation of potential environmental impacts for mining operations
• Development and calibration of site‑wide mine water balance and water quality model for operational decision‑making and permitting
• Overseeing and providing technical guidance related to borehole logging, installation, and maintenance of groundwater wells, hydraulic well testing and surface and groundwater sampling
• Development and implementation of groundwater monitoring programs for mines, landfills, and groundwater disposal of sewage effluent
• Groundwater assessments in support of water supply, waste disposal, and regulatory compliance
• Advanced data analysis using 3‑D numerical flow and contaminant transport models
• Pumping and monitoring well design and construction
• Regional aquifer assessments

We are looking for candidates possessing some or all of the following qualifications and experience:

• Undergraduate or advanced degree in geological engineering or geosciences from a recognized university, or a related field with coursework and/or research in hydrogeology
• Registration as a P.Eng. or P.Geo. in Canada
• Strong technical and problem‑solving skills
• Managing work schedules, controlling budgets while working within a multi‑disciplinary team
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication and report writing skills
• Previous relevant geotechnical or hydrogeological consulting and design experience in open pit mines
• Experience with commercial computer software including Microsoft Excel and Access, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and 3‑D visualization software, and various groundwater analysis and modeling software (e.g., Gold Sim, Aquifer Test, MODFLOW, FeFlow)
• Valid Canadian driver’s license
• Willingness to travel domestically, internationally, and to remote locations

• A competitive salary of $90,000 - $130,000 (depending on position) with extended healthcare, dental, etc.
• Exciting career development opportunities, including mentoring by world‑class practice leaders
• Cutting edge resources
• Ability to see projects from cradle to grave
• Engaging corporate culture based on innovation, collaboration, and integrity
• Excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

If you are interested in exploring the potential for a challenging and rewarding career with Piteau, please submit a cover letter and resume as a single PDF document to

To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre‑placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.

We offer a great place to work, and an engaging culture that is based on innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Our compensation plan includes a competitive hourly rate and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.

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