Job Description & How to Apply Below
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.
Role type Type of position:
Regular
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Responsibilities 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
Qualities and values Entrepreneurial spirit
Desire to be in the thick of the action
Results-driven
Ability to share and pass on knowledge
Managerial courage
Requirements 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
Asset:
Fluent in both French and English
Benefits and rewards 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 not limited to:
Market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications, and other relevant competencies.
About BBA For over 40 years, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. At BBA, we develop innovative, flexible and sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution.
BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice (PCB), with a network of 18 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projects that shape tomorrow’s industry at the local, national and international levels.
Our people’s passion and excellence make BBA a Canada’s Best Employer and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
We have unique talents, and we’re committed to providing a workplace where you can be yourself. Job postings are written in gender-neutral language.
Learn more about us by visiting our Linked In page and join the networks of our talent attraction specialists to speak with them directly.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function Design, Consulting, and Engineering
Industries
Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, Oil and Gas, and Mining
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