Intermediate Hydrogeologist

Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. You want purpose, growth, opportunity. We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP.

Ready to make an impact? This is your chance to join our Mining Hydrogeology team and contribute to projects that shape communities and advance sustainability. As an Intermediate Hydrogeologist, you’ll blend technical expertise with hands‑on fieldwork, supporting hydrogeological investigations for domestic and international mining projects.

• Lead and execute hydrogeological field investigations in diverse and remote environments.
• Plan and manage drilling programs, ensuring safety and efficiency at every stage.
• Install monitoring and pumping wells, vibrating wire piezometers, and oversee drilling operations.
• Conduct and analyze packer tests, pumping tests, and slug tests to inform project decisions.
• Interpret field data and contribute to conceptual and numerical groundwater flow models.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver technical reports, proposals, and specifications that drive project success.

• Bachelor’s degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Geological Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3–7 years of hands‑on hydrogeology experience, ideally in the mining sector.
• Proven ability to thrive in field‑based roles and adapt to non‑traditional, outdoor settings.
• Familiarity with hydrogeological testing methods, data analysis, and groundwater modeling software.
• Strong organizational skills for managing logistics, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining accurate records.
• Commitment to safety and leadership in supervising field crews and coordinating operations.

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors, and scientists from across the globe call WSP home. Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

• BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $93,700 – $124,200
• MB & ON: $85,500 – $117,800
• Atlantic Provinces & QC: $84,700 – $112,400

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this post may be subject to change for business purposes.

If you’re driven by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.

WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms, partnering with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining, and metals. We combine deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. You are expected to comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times, and with client HSE policies when working at client locations. Some safety‑sensitive positions involve fieldwork in a variety of environmental conditions, including remote or isolated areas, working alone, and inclement weather within safe and reasonable limits.

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.