Hydrogeologist; groundwater protection

Apply By:
Friday, September 25, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks

Division:
Compliance and Regional Technical Services Division

City:
Etobicoke, Guelph, Kenora, Kingston, Sault Ste Marie, South Porcupine, Sudbury, Thunder Bay, Toronto

Position(s) language:

Job term: 1 Permanent, 1 Temporary (up to 6 months)

Job code: 15548 - Scientist 4

$1,605.35 - $2,037.57 Per week
* * Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

We are seeking passionate and knowledgeable Hydrogeologists to play a key role in safeguarding Ontario's groundwater.

Are you ready to take on a challenging opportunity that supports Ontario's top priorities, such as the Critical Mineral Strategy? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing complex files that have real-world impact?

Now is the time to join our Regional Technical Support Team—a dedicated group of professionals who expertly balance the protection of Ontario's environment with economic development opportunities in the north.

In this role, you will:

• Review technical reports and evaluate the hydrogeological impacts of proposed and existing activities on regional groundwater resources.
• Design and conduct field investigations to assess environmental risks and compliance with health-based standards.
• Give scientific advice in environmental response situations, such as spills and waste disposal, to ensure groundwater protection.
• Prepare and present scientific reports to various partners, including ministry staff, municipalities, and the public.
• Contribute to legal proceedings by providing specialist testimony and preparing legal documents related to groundwater management.

Find out more about the important work of Ontario's Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks

NOTE:

Consideration will be given to the successful candidates to allow them
work at any of the posted MECP office locations
. Work location will be determined based on the successful candidate's current home or work address and operational needs. Working in the Northern region, however, would provide the successful candidates the added benefit of in-person networking opportunities with Northern region colleagues and ease opportunities for in-field work. Consider the Northern region when submitting your application and start your next adventure!

• You are a registered geoscientist or geoscientist-in-training in good standing with Professional Geoscientists Ontario (PGO) without relevant limitations or with another regulated association of geoscientists in Canada, including the Professional Engineers of Ontario if qualified to practice geoscience.
• You have a post-secondary degree with specialization in a discipline such as Geology, Hydrogeology, or Earth Sciences.
• You hold a valid class 'G' driver's license or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional on the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's license before being hired.

• You have demonstrated knowledge of contaminant hydrogeology, hydrogeological methods and techniques, and related theories, principles and practices.
• You have knowledge of how to investigate environmental issues, manage water resources, and can stay up to date on new theories and practices in environmental management.
• You can interpret and apply environmental laws, such as the Environmental Protection Act and the Ontario Water Resources Act, as well as related policies and guidelines.

• You can research, assess, and evaluate environmental problems.
• You can investigate complaints, spills, and other issues, and develop appropriate solutions to resolve them.
• You can use your project management skills to run field studies and other projects.

• You can explain technical information in a way that is easy to comprehend.
• You work well with others and can influence people with different interests.
• You can develop and present scientific reports to various audiences.

• You know how to use computer modeling and common office software like email, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with…