Mine Hydrologist

GEI Consultants, Inc.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Mine Hydrologist to support water management planning and operations for mining and large industrial projects in Atlantic Canada.

The role focuses on site-wide water management, including surface water systems, water balances, and operational support. The successful candidate will develop site-wide water management plans, build water balance models, and ensure regulatory compliance while collaborating with engineering teams and operations to deliver practical,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, or related discipline.
• 8–10 years of relevant water management experience in mining or large industrial sites.
• Experience developing and working with site water balance models.
• Strong understanding of surface water hydrology, stormwater, and industrial water systems.
• Experience in operational environments, not limited to consulting or academia.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain site-wide water management plans for mining or industrial operations.
• Build and update water balance models to support decision-making and forecasting.
• Manage surface water control systems including ponds, diversions, drainage networks, and pumping systems.
• Support stormwater management, storage, reuse, and controlled discharge.
• Collaborate with engineering on design and performance of water infrastructure.
• Provide input to mine planning to integrate water management concerns.
• Identify risks related to extreme weather, flooding, and system capacity.
• Oversee water quantity and quality monitoring programs and regulatory compliance.
• Support permitting, reporting, and regulatory engagement as required.
• Work with operations teams to deliver practical water management solutions.

Skills

Water management

Hydrology

Hydrogeology

Site water balance

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hydrology or related field

P.Eng. or P.Geo (asset)

Job description

GEI is seeking a Mine Hydrologist to support water management planning and operations for mining and large industrial projects in Atlantic Canada. This role focuses on site-wide water management, including surface water systems, water balances, and operational support.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain site-wide water management plans for mining or industrial operations
• Build and update water balance models to support operational decision-making and forecastingManage and assess surface water control systems, including ponds, diversions, drainage networks, and pumping systems
• Support stormwater and contact water management, including storage, reuse, and controlled discharge
• Collaborate with engineering teams on the design, evaluation, and performance of water management infrastructure
• Provide input to mine planning activities, ensuring water management considerations are integrated
• Identify and manage risks related to extreme weather, flooding, and system capacity
• Oversee and interpret water quantity and water quality monitoring programs
• Ensure compliance with provincial and federal regulations related to water management
• Support permitting, reporting, and regulatory engagement as required
• Work closely with operations teams to provide practical, real‑time water management solutions
• Contribute to continuous improvement of water management systems and practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline
• 8‑10 years of relevant experience in water management within:
• Mining operations (preferred), or
• Large industrial sites (e.g., infrastructure, heavy industry)
• Demonstrated experience developing and working with site water balance models
• Strong understanding of surface water hydrology, stormwater management, and industrial water management systems
• Experience supporting operational environments, beyond purely consulting or academic work
• Familiarity with water management infrastructure (e.g., ponds, ditches, pumping systems, treatment interfaces) and design
• Knowledge of Canadian environmental regulations (experience in NL considered an asset)
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Eligible for or holding a P.Eng. or P.Geo. designation in Canada (asset)
• Physical and environmental requirements for this position are available upon request

GEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Aboriginal/Indigenous status or any other factors considered discriminatory. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.