Intermediate Geoscientist

About Us  At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.
A Day in the Life  As an Intermediate Geoscientist within our Groundwater, Mining & Infrastructure Team, based out of our Guelph or Oakville, Ontario office, you will support groundwater resource, mine water management, environmental permitting, infrastructure dewatering, and hydrogeological characterization projects for clients across Canada. You will contribute technical expertise to groundwater investigations, aquifer testing, dewatering assessments, mine closure planning, water management planning, and regulatory approvals throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and environmental assessment through construction, operations, and closure.

The compensation range for this role is $35.00 to $45.00, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location
To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:
Design and execute hydrogeological investigations including drilling programs, monitoring well installation, groundwater sampling, slug testing, and pumping tests.
Conduct groundwater resource evaluations, groundwater impact assessments, hydrogeological conceptual model development, and water balance assessments.
Support water supply investigations and water taking (PTTW) applications.
Contribute to water balance modeling and water management plans for active and closed mine sites
Support environmental assessment and permitting work under the federal Impact Assessment Act, provincial Environmental Assessment Act processes, and Environmental Compliance Approvals (ECAs)
Support construction and infrastructure dewatering assessments, groundwater inflow evaluations, and discharge management programs.
Assist with Fisheries Act and Metal and Diamond Mining Effluent Regulations (MDMER) compliance monitoring and reporting
Support field programs including groundwater and surface water monitoring, soil and rock sampling, and geotechnical/hydrogeological drilling oversight
Prepare technical reports, permit applications, and regulatory submissions for mining, infrastructure, municipal, and industrial clients.
Liaise with clients, regulators, contractors, and Indigenous communities on environmental and water management matters.
Support business development activities within the mining sector, including proposal preparation and capability development
These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.
Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, or a related earth science field.
Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) designation or eligibility for registration with a Canadian licensing body.
A minimum of 4+ years of experience in hydrogeological consulting, groundwater resources, mining environmental services, infrastructure dewatering, or related environmental consulting.
Practical experience with ARD/ML characterization methods, including…