Senior Geochemist

Hydro

EQ is an employee-owned environmental consulting firm specializing in water in mining, with a focus on geochemistry and water quality. Our purpose is to have a positive impact in the lives of our employees, our mining clients, and the communities in which we live. This purpose guides how we work, who we work with, and the solutions we develop.

Our team embodies our core values:

• Excellence – a commitment to quality, rigour, and continuous improvement
• Can-Do – positive, pragmatic, solutions-oriented thinking
• Teamwork – we pull as one; team before individual, every time

And we bring a differentiated approach to our work through:

• Fit-for-purpose solutions
• Targeted innovation

We are seeking a Senior Geochemist to lead complex geochemical and water quality investigations and contribute to the continued growth of Hydro

EQ.

At this level, you are not just executing work - you are owning projects, influencing technical direction, mentoring staff, and building trusted client relationships. You will receive mentorship on technical and business aspects of the work from the leadership team.

This opportunity has a flexible location within Canada. Employees in Vancouver, BC, or Calgary, AB are expected to be hybrid.

Technical Leadership & Project Delivery

• Lead complex geochemical and water quality investigations, including ARD/ML, predictive modelling, and conceptual model development
• Design testing programs, interpret data, and synthesize findings into clear, defensible conclusions and recommendations
• Develop and deliver technical reports and presentations tailored to diverse audiences
• Integrate geochemistry with other disciplines (e.g., hydrogeology, engineering) and help clients see broader implications

Project & Client Management

• Manage projects from scope development through execution and delivery
• Track budgets, schedules, and technical performance, adjusting approaches as needed
• Serve as the primary client contact, ensuring alignment on scope, findings, and next steps
• Communicate complex geochemical risks in a clear, practical manner
• Lead project teams and delegate work effectively
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior and intermediate staff
• Support team development

What You Bring

• 10+ years of relevant experience in geochemistry, water quality, or related fields
• MSc, PhD, or equivalent in geochemistry, environmental science, or related discipline
• Professional registration (e.g., P.Geo.)
• Demonstrated experience in:
• ARD/ML assessments and geochemical characterization
• Water quality interpretation and/or modelling
• Strong project management and client communication skills
• Proven ability to lead teams and deliver high-quality technical work

At Hydro

EQ, a Senior Geochemist:

• Translates technical results into client-relevant insights (“so what?”)
• Builds strong, trust-based client relationships
• Leads teams effectively while developing the next generation of geochemists
• Balances technical rigour with practical, fit-for-purpose solutions

• Work on technically challenging, high-impact projects in mining
• Be part of a growing, specialized firm with a clear niche in water quality and geochemistry
• Collaborate with a tight-knit, high-performing team
• Contribute to a company that values quality, practicality, and long-term thinking
• Help influence the direction of projects and the business as a whole

If you are a geochemist who enjoys solving complex problems, leading teams, and working closely with clients to deliver practical solutions, we would like to hear from you.  to