Geochemist

SLR Consulting; Smithers; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Vacation

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

SLR Consulting in Canada is seeking a Geochemist to support integrated Mine Water Management projects across Canada and internationally. The role involves collaborating with geochemists, reviewing geochemical data, and preparing comprehensive technical reports. Candidates should have a minimum of five years experience in the mining sector, relevant professional qualifications, and the ability to travel for fieldwork. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary range of $90,000 to $140,000 based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience as a Geochemist, preferably in mining.
• Knowledge of mine waste geochemistry assessment required.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for work.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret geochemical and mineralogical data.
• Collaborate to acquire geochemical data for modeling.
• Prepare technical reports on modeling methodology and results.
• Contribute to project planning and implementation.

Skills

Geochemistry

Data visualization and interpretation

Technical report preparation

Collaboration with geochemists and scientists

Knowledge of federal and provincial regulations

Education

Master’s degree in geology, geochemistry, engineering or related field

Professional registration (P.Geo. or P.Eng.)

Job description

We are SLR Consulting (Canada), an 800+ team of advisory, environmental/engineering, and regulatory professionals across Canada. We deliver environmental and sustainability services to our clients through the integration of over 30 advisory, technical environmental, and engineering disciplines to help clients address some of their most complex challenges around sustainability. We are Making Sustainability Happen.

As our new Geochemist, you will play an important role in broadening SLR’s expertise in integrated Mine Water Management, supporting projects and offices across Canada and potentially abroad. We offer the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement, with primarily remote work arrangements possible for suitable candidates.

Role

We are seeking a Geochemist to join our team of hydrogeologists, geochemists, and water resource engineers in western Canada. Within our team, you will support projects in Canada, Australia, and Chile, where SLR provides expertise to mining companies and government agencies on aspects of our project work related to Acid Rock Drainage (ARD) and Metal Leaching (ML).

You will work with our geochemists and hydrogeologists in a range of field and office tasks, including rock/water sampling as part of an ARD/ML assessment, drilling supervision, data visualization and interpretation, and reporting. You will be given the opportunity to develop advanced groundwater modeling skills and/or water and load balance modeling using Excel or GoldSim.

This position will require a highly motivated individual who has a passion for geoscience and is seeking to develop a broad skill set. You will be working out of one of SLR’s B.C. offices and your work will require you to travel to our Canadian and international project sites.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret geochemical and mineralogical data, including static testing data related to Acid Base Accounting (ABA) and related data.
• Collaborate with other geochemists and scientists to acquire relevant geochemical data and develop inputs to water and contaminant load balance models.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports documenting modelling methodology, input parameters, results, and potential environmental effects.
• Contribute to planning and implementing projects, including QA/QC and the presentation of results in tabular and graphical formats, and preparing reports.

Working at SLR

With us, there is no doubt you’ll grow your subject‑matter expertise and industry knowledge. We care about investing in our employees for the long run, and if you ask our team, they’ll tell you that’s just one of the many benefits of working here. We want to be a place where you can experience career growth and satisfaction for many years.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package including comprehensive benefits, vacation, and a suite of wellness initiatives
• The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $140,000. Final agreed upon compensation will be commensurate with individual education, professional designation, experience, internal parity, and location.
• Full‑time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience as Geochemist, which must include relevant consulting experience in the mining sector, including mine waste geochemistry assessment
• Professional registration or eligibility is required (P.Geo. or P.Eng.)
• Academic background in geology, geochemistry, engineering, biology, or other relevant specializations. Master’s degree would be considered an asset.
• Knowledge and experience with applicable federal and provincial regulations and guidelines, preferably with a working knowledge of British Columbia, Ontario, Yukon, and/or Northwest Territories mine permitting processes.
• Ability to prepare technical reports in accordance with regulatory guidelines, and to communicate and liaise effectively with members of regulatory bodies, industry, special interest groups and First Nations are also required
• Valid driver’s license, and willingness to undertake short‑term travel for project meetings and fieldwork when needed.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial intelligence is not being used to screen, assess, or select applicants.

SLR strives to build diverse teams that reflect the communities we work in, and encourages applications from traditionally underrepresented groups including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, veterans, and people with disabilities.