Intermediate Hydrogeologist

Vertex Resource Group Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP Plan

Comprehensive benefit package

Job summary

Vertex Resource Group Ltd. is seeking a full-time Hydrogeologist in Alberta (Sherwood Park or Calgary). The role focuses on groundwater monitoring, aquifer testing, borehole logging, and hydrogeological assessments, with travel to western Canada as needed.

The candidate will lead and mentor small teams, oversee drilling oversight and field data management, and collaborate on project budgets and reporting. Alberta experience and APEGA/APEGS designation are highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Degree in hydrogeology or related physical science required
• Professional designation with APEGA/APEGS or eligibility strongly preferred
• 3–5 years of hydrogeology project experience; Alberta experience considered an asset
• Knowledge of hydrogeology concepts, field data collection and groundwater monitoring procedures
• Ability to lead small teams, mentor staff, and manage field projects

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise on hydrogeology projects and budgets
• Supervise groundwater monitoring techniques, borehole logging, and aquifer pumping tests
• Assist with data analysis, interpretation, and technical report preparation
• Lead mobilization, scheduling, and field crew coordination; ensure safety and quality
• Travel within western Canada for field work and project support

Education

Sc. or M.Sc. in Hydrogeology or related physical science field of study

Professional designation (or eligible) with APEGA or APEGS

Job description

VERSATILITY. EXPERTISE

OVERVIEW

Vertex is currently accepting applications for a full-time, permanent Hydrogeologist to join our team in Sherwood Park, or Calgary, Alberta. The successful candidate will have experience with monitoring well and source well completions, groundwater monitoring, hydrogeological assessment (including aquifer testing and characterization) and contaminant hydrogeology.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

• Sc. or M.Sc. in Hydrogeology or related physical science field of study
• Professional designation (or eligible) a with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) or Saskatchewan (APEGS)
• 3-5 years of project experience in hydrogeology, direct experience in Alberta is considered as asset
• Inherent knowledge regarding processes and components of hydrogeology
• Demonstrated experience in drilling oversight, borehole logging, monitoring/pumping well design, soil sampling and groundwater monitoring/sampling
• Demonstrated experience in hydraulic conductivity (K) testing (rising/falling head), and field data management; ability to process and interpret field K test results is considered an asset
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and manage small teams under senior supervision
• Working knowledge of and the ability to interpret environmental regulations, guidelines, requirements, and standards as required by Vertex business and client bases
• Willingness to work in a collaborative team environment
• Legally authorized to work in Canada with no restrictions

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical expertise and guidance on various hydrogeology projects as required
• Develop and manage project-specific budgets in alignment with the project’s unique scope and strategy
• Provide input to the improvement and enhancement of internal procedures related to hydrogeology
• Supervise, lead, and train personnel on groundwater monitoring techniques, single well response tests, and aquifer pumping tests
• Supervise, lead, and train personnel on borehole drilling lithologic logging and installation of environmental monitoring wells and water source wells
• Hydrogeological data analysis and interpretation in support of technical report preparation
• Facilitate projects, including mobilization, demobilization, staffing requirements, and scheduling of equipment, materials and facilities to ensure work is executed efficiently and effectively
• Share knowledge and expertise regardless of region, service line or sector responsibility
• Demonstrate willingness to travel and participate in field work, primarily within western Canada and the ability to adapt to unpredictable and/or inclement field conditions and changing schedules
• Other related duties

LOCATION

This position will be based out of our Sherwood Park office, located at 2055 Premier Way, or our Calgary office located at 4240 Blackfoot Trail SE.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Compensation is commensurate with education and experience
• A comprehensive benefit package is provided
• RRSP Plan is available