Hydrogeologist

EnviroCareers; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Performance bonuses

Profit-sharing

Job summary

EnviroCareers is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist in Canada to lead groundwater monitoring programs, interpret hydrogeology data, and develop conceptual models for baseline and mining projects across BC. The role emphasizes practical, defensible analysis and regulatory awareness.

The successful candidate will coordinate field programs, supervise data collection, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, with remote/hybrid options within western offices and modest travel.

Qualifications

• Degree in Hydrogeology, Geological Engineering, Geoscience, Earth Sciences, or related discipline.
• Registered or eligible for P.Geo./P.Eng. in British Columbia.
• Experience in mining, environmental consulting, or natural resources.
• Strong groundwater monitoring and sampling experience.
• Ability to manage field programs and ongoing technical work independently.
• Strong groundwater data interpretation and analysis skills.
• Familiarity with BC EMA permitting and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead groundwater monitoring and sampling programs for mining and baseline projects in BC.
• Interpret groundwater data, including water quality, time-series, and logger datasets.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage field programs, including logistics and safety oversight.
• Prepare concise, defensible technical reports for clients and regulators.
• Support regulatory applications and environmental permitting in British Columbia.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on mining and infrastructure projects.
• Apply drilling data understanding to hydrogeological interpretation.

Skills

Groundwater monitoring

Data interpretation

Technical reporting

Field program management

Statistical analysis

GIS

Excel

Education

Hydrogeology degree

Tools

GIS

Statistical software

Excel

Job description

My client is a 100% employee-owned Canadian environmental consulting firm with an impressive legacy of three decades in operation. Known for their practical approach to ecological consulting—delivering actionable solutions, not just reports—they bring together a team of experienced biologists, scientists, and planners to serve a diverse suite of sectors including renewable energy, mining, oil & gas, transportation, regional planning, and reclamation. The firm operates across Western and Northern Canada, with multiple strategically located offices serving regional and national clients. They emphasize science-driven, client-focused environmental solutions, built on collaboration and long-term relationships.

My client is looking for a Senior Hydrogeologist. This position is less focused on drilling program execution and more centered around ongoing groundwater monitoring programs, hydrogeological interpretation, conceptual model development, and technical reporting associated with baseline and mining-related projects throughout BC.

The successful candidate will play a key role supporting ongoing project work, helping clients understand groundwater systems, identify trends and anomalies, and support regulatory and project decision-making through clear, defensible technical analysis.

Remote / WFH / Hybrid:Choice of 100% remote or hybrid within any western regional offices. (Must already live in Canada. International applications are not accepted)

Travel:5% in western Canada & Yukon (oversight & training, conferences)

Salary:$100k - $146k DOE, plus

• health benefits
• RRSP matching
• annual performance bonuses AND annual profit-sharing bonuses

(The final salary will reflect the qualifications, relevant experience, expertise, and professional designations that each candidate brings to the role. Individuals who offer additional strengths or bring exceptional value to the team will be considered for compensation beyond the stated range, as our client recognizes and rewards unique contributions.)

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute groundwater monitoring and sampling programs for mining and baseline projects throughout BC.
• Conduct groundwater sampling across a wide range of well depths (approximately 3 m to 300 m).
• Independently plan, coordinate, and manage field programs, including logistics, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and health and safety oversight.
• Interpret groundwater monitoring data, including:
  • Water quality data and applied hydrogeological interpretation.
  • Logger and time-series datasets.
  • Trend analysis and statistical evaluation.
• Identify trends, anomalies, and potential hydrogeological concerns through data synthesis and interpretation.
• Develop conceptual hydrogeological and hydrostratigraphic models to support baseline characterization and project understanding.
• Support the design and refinement of groundwater baseline monitoring programs.
• Prepare clear, concise, and defensible technical reports for clients and regulators.
• Support regulatory applications and environmental permitting processes within British Columbia.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary environmental and engineering teams on mining, infrastructure, and natural resource projects.
• Apply understanding of drilling data and subsurface investigations to hydrogeological interpretation and conceptual model development.

Qualifications

• Degree in Hydrogeology, Geological Engineering, Geoscience, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Registered or eligible for registration as a P.Geo. or P.Eng. in British Columbia.
• Intermediate to senior-level hydrogeology consulting experience, ideally within mining, environmental consulting, or natural resource sectors.
• Strong experience with groundwater monitoring and sampling programs.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage field programs and ongoing technical work.
• Strong groundwater data interpretation and analytical skills.
• Experience interpreting:
  • Groundwater quality datasets.
  • Time-series and logger data.
  • Hydrogeological trends and statistical evaluations.
• Strong understanding of geology and hydrostratigraphy.
• Experience developing conceptual hydrogeological models.
• Excellent technical writing and reporting skills.
• Familiarity with BC’s environmental regulatory framework, including:
  • Environmental Management Act (EMA) permitting.
  • Air and Water Baseline Guidance.
• Experience supporting mining and baseline projects in British Columbia is considered a strong asset.
• Exposure to drilling and subsurface investigation programs is preferred, though direct drilling program leadership is not required for this role.