Junior Hydrologist

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Sidney; On-site; CAD 68,200 - 98,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness programs

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking a Junior Hydrologist in Canada to join their Water Resources Team. This role involves conducting hydrometric fieldwork, analyzing environmental data, and collaborating with experienced professionals in beautiful, remote settings. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and two years of industry experience. The position offers a balanced mix of fieldwork and office-based tasks, with flexible work arrangements available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of related industry experience.
• Registration with EGBC as EIT/GIT is an asset.
• Previous field-based data collection experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrology and hydrometric fieldwork.
• Operate and maintain hydrometric instruments.
• Assist with hydrologic assessments and environmental impact assessments.

Skills

Basic understanding of hydrology

Data analysis

Excel

GIS (ArcGIS/QGIS)

Strong communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Technical diploma in hydrology/hydrometrics

Tools

Aquarius

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

MATLAB

R

Job description

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a Junior Hydrologist to work as an integrated member of our Water Resources Team in the Yukon and British Columbia supporting our expanding hydrology and hydrometrics programs across Canada. This role offers a balanced mix of fieldwork and desktop hydrology tasks.

You will collect, manage, and interpret hydrometric and environmental data while supporting hydrologic assessments, modeling, reporting, and permitting efforts. You will work alongside experienced hydrologists, technicians, and engineers who will mentor you as you grow in your career. If you enjoy both analytical work and hands‑on fieldwork in beautiful, remote environments, this role is for you.

The successful candidate can be in Burnaby or Sidney, British Columbia but preferences will be given to those who reside in Whitehorse, Yukon.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrology and hydrometric fieldwork, with on‑site or remote support from experienced team members.
• Travel to remote locations by truck, boat, helicopter, or foot.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain hydrometric instruments, sensors, data loggers, and associated field equipment.
• Maintain detailed and accurate field notes, safety documentation, and data logs.
• Exercise sound judgment and problem‑solving skills in remote and dynamic field environments.
• Actively participate in Stantec’s Health, Safety, Security, and Environment Program to support a strong safety culture.
• Endure long, physically and mentally demanding field days while maintaining a positive, solutions‑focused attitude.
• Perform assigned technical tasks efficiently and accurately using standard methods and techniques.
• Manage, process, and interpret hydrometric and environmental field data using appropriate software tools.
• Apply GIS (ArcGIS/QGIS) and data analysis methods to support hydrologic assessments.
• Assist with hydrologic and hydraulic assessments, water resource permitting applications, and environmental impact assessments.
• Prepare field summaries, technical memorandums, and contribute to reports such as Environmental Assessments, Technical Data Reports, and Permitting Applications.
• Support the preparation of proposals and other project documentation.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• A basic understanding of the general concepts of hydrology and surface water processes.
• Experience with data analysis, Excel, and GIS (ArcGIS/QGIS).
• Experience with Aquarius, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, R, MATLAB, or programming is an asset, not a requirement.
• Familiarity with hydrometric equipment.
• Ability to manage time to meet project schedules and budgets.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license (or equivalent) and be willing to travel within BC and Canada to remote locations as required. Comfortable driving long distances, remote roads, and in variable conditions.
• Experience with geospatial databases, big‑data management, statistical analyses, advanced programming, and/or water quality is considered an asset.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in hydrology, environmental science, earth science, water resources, civil engineering, or a related field; or a technical diploma with hydrology/hydrometrics experience.
• Minimum 2 years of related industry experience.
• Registration, or eligibility for registration, with EGBC as an EIT/GIT or with ASTTBC as an AScT is considered an asset.
• Valid safety training certificates relevant to fieldwork are an asset.
• Previous hydrometric, environmental monitoring, or field‑based data collection experience is an asset.

Typical Work Environment

Typical office environment involves working with computers and remaining relatively sedentary. Field work may include exposure to the elements, including inclement weather and rough terrain, and requires lifting items and equipment up to 50 lbs. Stantec offers a flexible work arrangement for desk‑based tasks, combining home‑based and office‑based time.

Pay Range

• Locations outside Lower Mainland - BC & various locations in Ontario: $68,200.00 – $98,900.00 Annually
• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario: $72,300.00 – $104,800.00 Annually

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Location and Logistics

Primary Location: Canada | YT | Whitehorse

Organization: BC‑1232 EnvSvcs‑CA British Columbia

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time