Environmental Geochemist

Overview

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We are looking for an experienced Environmental Geochemist to take on a key role within our national environmental team to help our mining and industrial clientele.

• Performing and supervising geochemical characterization studies (ore, tailings, or mine waste rock) and contributing to closure planning
• Assessing the acid rock drainage (ARD) and neutral drainage potential, along with contaminant leaching risks
• Predicting water quality from mine tailings storage facilities
• Defining acceptable mine tailings management methods to prevent or mitigate impacts on water quality and the environment
• Applying a strong understanding of Québec, Canadian, and international regulations related to water management, mine tailings, and mine site reclamation
• Selecting samples and designing, interpreting, and supervising static and kinetic laboratory and field tests, using sound knowledge of chemistry and mineralogy
• Understanding and contributing to the design of passive treatment systems for surface water at mine sites
• Overseeing or supporting geochemical modeling studies using established tools and software
• Support the professional development of team members within the Environment–Geochemistry discipline
• Participate in project meetings, providing technical input in your area of expertise
• Contribute to drafting proposals and developing service offerings

• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Desire to be in the thick of the action
• Results-driven
• Ability to share and pass on knowledge
• Managerial courage

• University degree in Geology, Geological Engineering or Inorganic Chemistry with a specialization in Mineralogy or in Environmental Geochemistry
• At least 10 years of experience in Applied Geochemistry in the fields of environment and mine site characterization and remediation, with some experience in contaminant hydrology or hydrogeochemistry
• Familiarity with interpreting static and kinetic testing as well as with key geochemical modelling software, such as WATEQ4F, MINTEQ/MINTEQA2, MINQL, PHREEQE/PHREEQM, HSC Chemistry, CHESS
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Excellent teamwork skills within multidisciplinary engineering teams composed mainly of geotechnical engineers, hydro geologists and environmental specialists
• Advanced level of English to collaborate effectively with BBA offices and/or clients outside Québec. The frequency of English use may range from occasional to daily, depending on ongoing projects

• Annual base salary
• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Access to a time bank
• Onsite mobility premium
• Cellphone Program
• Group insurance plan starting day one including short-term and long-term disability insurance for regular employees and telemedicine program
• Retirement saving plan for regular employees
• Vacation and sick leave
• Premium offered through the Employee Referral program

BBA considers many factors to determine the annual base salary such as, but no limited to:
Market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications, and other relevant competencies.

• A flexible schedule that combines office presence and working from home
• A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there is no perception of hierarchy
• Friendly, eco-mindful and high-tech work spaces
• Committees involved in important causes: diversity, social commitment, etc
• A growing business with many opportunities
• An inclusive culture that values diversity, respect and openness
• On site and at the office: health, safety and the environment are a priority

For over 40 years,…