Senior Mining Hydrogeologist – BC Region

Senior Mining Hydrogeologist Our client is looking for an experienced hydrogeologist to join their mining services team based in British Columbia. This is an opportunity for a self-motivated individual to take their career to the next level with a growing company of geoscientists and engineers specializing in physical hydrogeology and groundwater resources. This position can be based out of any of our existing offices, including Nanaimo, Calgary, Edmonton, or from a home office anywhere in BC.

Preference will be given currently residing in Alberta or BC. QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate must have a keen interest in solving complex problems alongside our client’s team of skilled senior and principal hydrogeologists. Candidates with the following qualifications should apply:

Graduate or undergraduate degree in hydrogeology, geology, geological engineering or related discipline.

10+ years of relevant consulting and/or industry experience in physical hydrogeology.

Possesses professional designation with EGBC.

An established network within the mining industry

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 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 modeling (e.g., MODFLOW, FEFLOW) and/or water balance/water quality modelling (e.g., Gold Sim).

Extensive experience in managing projects, junior/intermediate staff, and client expectations and deliverables.

Demonstrated ability to maintain existing clients and develop productive client relationships.

Candidates must be comfortable working and travelling to remote locations. International travel may be required.

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

OPPORTUNITY

Provide hydrogeological experience and leadership on local and international mining projects throughout the mining lifecycle including Design & Feasibility;
Operations;
Due Diligence & Independent Reviews;
Environmental Impacts Assessments;
Closure Planning.

Lead the hydrogeology components of large projects with interdisciplinary teams. You will collaborate with other industry leaders in mining, geotechnical, hydrology, and geochemistry to deliver integrated water management solutions for the mining sector.

Provide technical oversight on a broad range of services, including water supply exploration and development, drilling investigations, well installation, seepage pathway assessments, dewatering assessments, and hydrogeological characterization studies.

Develop conceptual hydrogeological models and technical reports to guide decision making for mine managers and executive teams.

Provide mentorship to junior/intermediate geoscientists and 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 Our client’s existing clients.

Support strategic planning and business development initiatives to expand Our client’s mining services business.

Report to the BC Division Manager with the opportunity to assume increasing autonomy and responsibility in the areas of project management and business development.

Fuze HR Solutions is committed to building a diverse, accessible, and equitable workforce. Our approach is twofold. Both internal, where we focus on creating a diverse and inclusive environment for our employees, and external, where we source and recruit from the most diverse candidate pools.

Our teams are educated on current best practices at attracting, retaining, and working with the most talented and diverse candidates.