Geoscientist II

True Environmental; Whitehorse; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensero Solutions is seeking an Intermediate Geoscientist to join its team with work across Canada, including Whitehorse, Vancouver, and Calgary. You will support geochemical characterization and water-quality studies, perform fieldwork at remote sites, and manage large datasets while contributing to project proposals and multidisciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes technical writing, client liaison, and mentorship of junior staff within a growing environmental services company.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in a related science and relevant registration or eligibility where applicable.
• Experience with geochemical modelling and water quality studies is preferred.
• Strong data handling, report writing, and client interaction skills.
• Mining, mineral exploration or environmental consulting background is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design, conduct, and report geochemical and water quality studies.
• Manage large datasets and develop source terms for models.
• Conduct fieldwork at remote sites and coordinate work plans.
• Provide technical input and liaise with project stakeholders.
• Prepare technical docs, reviews, and client communications.
• Develop and coordinate project-specific work plans and proposals.
• Collaborate with other experts to reach multidisciplinary goals.
• Interact with regulators and advise on compliance matters.
• Mentor junior staff and support business growth.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Geochemical modelling

Data management

Fieldwork planning

Technical writing

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor’s degree in geology, chemistry, environmental science, or engineering

P.Geo. or P.Eng. accreditation (asset)

Tools

Leapfrog Geo

ArcGIS

QGIS

PHREEQC

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ensero Solutions is an environmental consulting and remediation business with specific expertise in environmental assessments, permitting, regulatory and compliance services, active/passive water treatment, mine water management, and turnkey remediation services for the mining industry and broader industrial sectors. At Ensero, we get the opportunity to make a positive impact on the environment and people’s lives. We’re building a culture where people can grow their careers and are challenged to solve our client’s toughest environmental problems.

Intermediate Geoscientist

Toronto, ON; Vancouver, BC; Saskatoon, SK; Calgary, AB; Whitehorse, YT; Remote - Regular Full-Time

Reporting to the Director of Geosciences, the Geoscientist II is responsible for providing technical input in their area of expertise, supporting geochemical characterization and water quality studies through field and office-based work.

About The Role

• Design, conduct, and report on geochemical and water quality studies;
• Manage large datasets;
• Develop geochemical source terms for water quality models;
• Conduct fieldwork at remote sites;
• Provide technical input to projects within your area(s) of expertise;
• Technical communications, including report writing and reviewing;
• Develop and coordinate project specific work plans and assist in proposal development;
• Interface with other technical experts to achieve multidisciplinary project goals;
• Interact and liaise with clients, government regulators, and other project stakeholders;
• Manage special projects that support the broad-based needs of a rapidly expanding company;
• Mentors junior staff; and
• All other related duties as required

About You

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a related science (geology, chemistry, environmental science, or engineering)

Experience

• 5+ years of relevant experience in mining, mineral exploration, or environmental consulting;
• P.Geo. or P.Eng. accreditation or eligibility is an asset;
• ARD/ML and geochemical characterization experience is an asset;
• Familiarity with geochemical modelling (e.g., PHREEQC) is an asset;
• Experience using Leapfrog Geo, ArcGIS, and/or QGIS is an asset;
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite; and
• Excellent written and oral communication

Ensero has offices in Canada (Saskatoon, Vancouver and Whitehorse) and the US (Denver), and is well established as an innovative leader in regulatory, environmental management, water treatment, remediation technologies, and facility operations. We believe in giving you the opportunity to learn and to help make an impact on the sustainability of the environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.