Intermediate Geoscientist

Onterris; Guelph; Presencial; CAD 100.289.000 - 128.943.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Onterris in Canada is seeking an Intermediate Geoscientist to join our Groundwater, Mining & Infrastructure team in Guelph or Oakville. You will lead hydrogeological investigations, groundwater resource evaluations, and water management planning for mining and infrastructure projects across Canada. The role requires a P.Geo.

or eligibility with 4+ years of hydrogeology consulting experience. You will engage with clients and regulators, prepare technical reports, and support business development

Formación

• Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, or related field.
• Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) designation or eligibility for registration with a Canadian licensing body.
• A minimum of 4+ years of experience in hydrogeological consulting or related environmental services.

Responsabilidades

• Design and implement hydrogeological investigations including drilling programs and groundwater sampling.
• Contribute to groundwater resource evaluations and water balance assessments.
• Support environmental permitting and water management planning for mining and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare technical reports and regulatory submissions for clients across Canada.

Conocimientos

P.Geo designation

Hydrogeology

Groundwater investigations

Water balance modeling

Technical writing

GIS

Project management

Educación

Geology or related earth science degree

P.Geo designation

Herramientas

MODFLOW

FEFLOW

AQTESOLV

Leapfrog Works

GIS software

Descripción del empleo

About UsAt Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.A Day in the LifeAs an Intermediate Geoscientist within our Groundwater, Mining & Infrastructure Team, based out of our Guelph or Oakville, Ontario office, you will support groundwater resource, mine water management, environmental permitting, infrastructure dewatering, and hydrogeological characterization projects for clients across Canada. You will contribute technical expertise to groundwater investigations, aquifer testing, dewatering assessments, mine closure planning, water management planning, and regulatory approvals throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and environmental assessment through construction, operations, and closure.The compensation range for this role is $35.00 to $45.00, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic locationTo thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:· Design and execute hydrogeological investigations including drilling programs, monitoring well installation, groundwater sampling, slug testing, and pumping tests.· Conduct groundwater resource evaluations, groundwater impact assessments, hydrogeological conceptual model development, and water balance assessments.· Support water supply investigations and water taking (PTTW) applications.· Contribute to water balance modeling and water management plans for active and closed mine sites· Support environmental assessment and permitting work under the federal Impact Assessment Act, provincial Environmental Assessment Act processes, and Environmental Compliance Approvals (ECAs)· Support construction and infrastructure dewatering assessments, groundwater inflow evaluations, and discharge management programs.· Assist with Fisheries Act and Metal and Diamond Mining Effluent Regulations (MDMER) compliance monitoring and reporting· Support field programs including groundwater and surface water monitoring, soil and rock sampling, and geotechnical/hydrogeological drilling oversight· Prepare technical reports, permit applications, and regulatory submissions for mining, infrastructure, municipal, and industrial clients.· Liaise with clients, regulators, contractors, and Indigenous communities on environmental and water management matters.· Support business development activities within the mining sector, including proposal preparation and capability developmentYour Expertise and Skills These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.· Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, or a related earth science field.· Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) designation or eligibility for registration with a Canadian licensing body.· A minimum of 4+ years of experience in hydrogeological consulting, groundwater resources, mining environmental services, infrastructure dewatering, or related environmental consulting.· Practical experience with ARD/ML characterization methods, including static and kinetic geochemical testing programs.· Experience designing and implementing groundwater monitoring programs, aquifer testing programs, and groundwater sampling investigations.· Experience with hydrogeological characterization, groundwater flow interpretation, and conceptual site model development.· Working knowledge of the Ontario Water Resources Act, Permit to Take Water requirements, O. Reg. 903 Wells Regulation, and related groundwater regulations.· Experience with mine site hydrogeological characterization, water balance modeling, and water management plan development.· Experience supporting infrastructure dewatering, groundwater control, or construction water management projects is considered an asset.· Experience with hydrogeological software such as MODFLOW, FEFLOW, AQTESOLV, Leapfrog Works, GIS platforms, Surfer, or equivalent tools.· Strong client liaison, field program management, and technical writing skills.· Willingness to travel to remote and northern project sites.· Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel/management· A valid G driver’s license with no restrictionsWork Environment and Physical RequirementsThe physical and environmental requirements below reflect what’s typically needed to perform the essential functions of this role safely and effectively. We may provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law, to support performance of the essential functions.· Sitting, standing, and walking· Lifting 23 kilograms (50 pounds) several times a day· Overhead lifting of over 9 kilograms (20 pounds)· Works in an office environment when not conducting mine site field investigations or attending client meetings· Often works outdoors and may be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy and windy conditionsOnterris provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities; including accommodation that considers an applicant’s accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to work with Human Resources directly.This posting reflects a current vacancy that the company is actively seeking to fill. Please note, we are not accepting third party agency applicants at this time.Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com .We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.