Intermediate Geochemist

Klohn Crippen Berger; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid home‑office work opportunities

Competitive wages with bonus potential

Vacation policy that aligns to your experience

Professional registration support

Flexible health benefits

Job summary

Klohn Crippen Berger in Calgary is seeking an Intermediate Geochemist to support mining and environmental consulting. Responsibilities include conducting geochemical analyses, developing predictive models, and collaborating with a team of experts. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least four years of experience. This position offers a hybrid work setup, competitive wages, professional development, and an attractive benefits package, including flexible health benefits and retirement planning.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years’ experience in geochemical analysis.
• Professional or member‑in‑training registration (e.g., P.Geo., P.Eng.).
• Valid driver’s license, Class 5.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geochemical analyses of soil, rock, and water samples.
• Develop geochemical models for long‑term trends.
• Collaborate with engineers and geologists on monitoring programs.
• Prepare reports and regulatory submissions.
• Stay current with industry developments.
• Guide junior staff.
• Complete field work and business travel.

Skills

Geochemical modeling software (PHREEQC, etc.)

Python

R

GIS

Power BI

OpenGround

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth Science, or Environmental Geoscience

Tools

Geochemist's Workbench

Goldsim

Leapfrog

Multivariate statistical packages

Job description

Intermediate Geochemist – Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. (KCB) is seeking an intermediate geochemist to support mining and environmental consulting services. Working within our EMIE Group, you will advance your career in our “One Team Culture” that focuses on growing strong, collaborative teams committed to high‑quality project delivery. We value a winning attitude, continual learning and innovation, adaptability, flexibility, engagement, and fun. You would have the opportunity to work out of EMIE’s Calgary or Edmonton, AB offices, integrated within a team of environmental scientists that collaborate extensively with teams in other business units throughout the company.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geochemical analyses of soil, rock, and water samples to assess environmental impact and identify potential risks associated with mining activities.
• Develop and implement geochemical models to predict long‑term trends and assess the effectiveness of mitigation measures.
• Collaborate with engineers, geologists, hydrogeologists, and environmental scientists to design and implement monitoring programs and remediation strategies.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and regulatory submissions to communicate findings and recommendations to clients and regulatory authorities.
• Stay current with industry developments and best practices in geochemistry.
• Work with junior staff and provide guidance.
• Complete field work and business travel within Canada and internationally as required for projects.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth Science, or Environmental Geoscience specializing in Geochemistry or equivalent.
• Minimum four years’ experience related to geochemical analysis.
• Professional or member‑in‑training registration (e.g., P.Geo., P.Eng.).
• Valid driver’s license, Class 5.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with geochemical modeling software such as PHREEQC and Geochemist’s Workbench, Python, R, GIS, database software, Power BI, Goldsim, Leapfrog, OpenGround, and/or multivariate statistical packages.
• Experience in environmental consulting and/or the mining sector.
• Respect for applying a high standard of professional and scientific rigor to all projects and deliverables.
• Ability to work flexible hours as required for projects.
• Strong initiative, problem‑solving ability, innovation, and commitment to technical excellence.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English, including experience in writing proposals, technical reports, and general project correspondence.
• Team spirit, interpersonal skills, and ability to build long‑term relationships with project teams and clients.
• Comprehension and application of health, safety and environmental principles, and a commitment to quality management systems.

Benefits

• Hybrid home‑office work opportunities.
• Competitive wages, with bonus potential.
• Vacation policy that aligns to your experience.
• Paid volunteer time, overtime, and sick days.
• Professional registration support.
• Retirement planning and flexibility through group RRSP options.
• Flexible health benefits, including social and mental well‑being initiatives.
• Commitment to global Environmental, Social, and Governance standards.

About KCB

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. (KCB) is a multi‑disciplinary consulting firm with five major business units providing engineering and environmental services in the mining, hydropower, transportation, ports, infrastructure, geotechnical, oil & gas, environmental, and water resources sectors. We offer a full range of services from our offices in North America, Australia, South America and Europe. From our offices in Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon and York (UK), our Alberta Group works on challenging projects in the Water, Power and Transportation, Oil Sands, Mining, and Oil and Gas market sectors. KCB is a platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from all qualified career seekers. We offer professional career development tracks and salaries commensurate with experience and an attractive benefits package.

EEO Statement

We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from all qualified career seekers.