Intermediate Hydrogeologist

WSP in Canada; Canada; On-site; CAD 93,700 - 124,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Commitment to health and safety

Job summary

A leading engineering and environmental firm in Canada seeks an Intermediate Hydrogeologist to lead hydrogeological investigations supporting mining projects. This role blends technical expertise with fieldwork, requiring 3–7 years of relevant experience. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in a related field and a strong commitment to safety. The position offers competitive compensation, with a salary range of $93,700 – $124,200 in BC, AB, and SK.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of hands-on hydrogeology experience, ideally in the mining sector.
• Proven ability to thrive in field-based roles and adapt to non-traditional, outdoor settings.
• Familiarity with hydrogeological testing methods and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrogeological field investigations in diverse environments.
• Plan and manage drilling programs with safety and efficiency.
• Conduct and analyze packer tests and pumping tests.

Skills

Field-based roles adaptability

Hydrogeological testing methods

Strong organizational skills

Data analysis

Commitment to safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hydrogeology or related discipline

Tools

Groundwater modeling software

Job description

Overview

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it. We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Ready to Make an Impact? This is your chance to join our Mining Hydrogeology team and contribute to projects that shape communities and advance sustainability. As an Intermediate Hydrogeologist, you’ll take on a role that blends technical expertise with hands-on fieldwork, supporting hydrogeological investigations for domestic and international mining projects.

Your Impact

• Lead and execute hydrogeological field investigations in diverse and remote environments.
• Plan and manage drilling programs, ensuring safety and efficiency at every stage.
• Install monitoring and pumping wells, vibrating wire piezometers, and oversee drilling operations.
• Conduct and analyze packer tests, pumping tests, and slug tests to inform project decisions.
• Interpret field data and contribute to conceptual and numerical groundwater flow models.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver technical reports, proposals, and specifications that drive project success.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Geological Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3–7 years of hands-on hydrogeology experience, ideally in the mining sector.
• Proven ability to thrive in field-based roles and adapt to non-traditional, outdoor settings.
• Familiarity with hydrogeological testing methods, data analysis, and groundwater modeling software.
• Strong organizational skills for managing logistics, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining accurate records.
• Commitment to safety and leadership in supervising field crews and coordinating operations.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we’ll help you tailor your role to match your ambition—because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. #WeAreWSP

Compensation

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $93,700 – $124,200

MB & ON: $85,500 – $117,800

Atlantic Provinces & QC: $84,700 – $112,400

Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Make Your Mark with WSP

If you’re driven by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments. We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

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