Senior Geochemist - Environmental or Hydrogeochemist

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Senior Geochemist

Fredericton, NB;
Sudbury/Toronto, ON;
Vancouver, BC

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. (KCB) is seeking a Senior Geochemist to support and grow our mining and environmental consulting services. This is an excellent opportunity to join a small but mighty environmental group that provides strategic advice to clients on geochemical aspects of mining projects, including waste management, acid rock drainage, and water treatment.

• Provide insights for optimizing sustainable mining and engineering infrastructure.
• Lead technical studies, manage projects, engage multidisciplinary project teams, and mentor junior and intermediate geoscientists and engineers.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for advancing KCB’s mining geochemistry business.
• Apply and contribute to leading research and emerging technology within the practice of mining geochemistry.
• Contribute to industry best practices and advancement.

• Bachelor degree in Geology, Earth Science, or Environmental Geoscience specializing in Geochemistry or equivalent; specialization in Hydrogeology/Contaminant Transport is also an asset.
• Preference for candidates with graduate degrees.
• Professional registration (e.g., P.Geo., P.Eng.).
• 10+ years of experience related to metal leaching and acid rock drainage geochemical analysis.
• Environmental consulting experience in the mining sector.
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, decision‑making, and coaching skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

• Ability to translate and present geochemical datasets in ways that lead to positive client outcomes in English (French and Spanish language skills are an asset).
• Respect for applying a high standard of professional and scientific rigor to all projects and deliverables.
• Experience in training and mentoring intermediate and junior staff.
• Aptitude for geoscience team building.
• Strong commitment to safety, taking ownership of Health & Safety protocols.
• Proficiency in geochemical software packages, data management, and/or statistical analysis tools.
• Ability to travel within Canada and internationally as project work requires.

• Passion for collaborating with clients and fostering long‑term relationships.
• Desire to conduct strategic business planning, particularly in growing a team.
• Strong initiative and commitment to technical excellence and enthusiasm toward long‑term success.

• Salary range: $110,000 to $160,000 per year (based on experience, education, and skill level).
• Hybrid work opportunities.
• Competitive wages.
• Parental Leave program.
• Profitability‑driven bonus payouts.
• Vacation policy aligned to experience.
• Paid volunteer time, overtime, and sick days.
• Professional registration support.
• Retirement planning and flexibility through group RRSP options.
• Flexible health benefits, including social and mental well‑being initiatives.
• Commitment to global Environmental, Social, and Governance standards.

KCB is a global organization committed to developing a respectful workplace founded on equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to be a place where employees, clients, and community members feel valued and treated equitably.

We encourage applications from all qualified career seekers, regardless of gender, sex, religion, or nationality.