Water Resources Technician - Fort McMurray

Hatfield Consultants; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian environmental consultancy is seeking a Water Resources Technician for their Fort McMurray location. The role involves providing technical and project management support for hydrology and water resource projects. Candidates should possess a B.Sc. or technical diploma related to hydrology and at least one year of monitoring experience. The role includes fieldwork in diverse conditions and emphasizes strong communication skills. The consultancy offers a supportive work culture and benefits including professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Relocation allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of water resource monitoring experience required.
• Familiarity with Alberta and Federal regulatory environments is beneficial.
• Valid Canadian driver's license for at least three years.

Responsibilities

• Collect data to assess project-related water resources impacts.
• Manage and assess water quality and hydrometric data.
• Perform field work in remote locations.

Skills

Data collection

Water quality monitoring

Data analysis

Communication skills

Fieldwork

Education

B.Sc. or technical diploma in engineering or sciences

Tools

Field monitoring equipment

Dataloggers

Job description

About Hatfield:

Hatfield, a proudly Canadian company, has been serving our clients and our community for over 50 years. We have been recognized as one of Canada’s Top SME Employers in 2025. With 250 team members and growing, Hatfield provides high-quality environmental and social services for private and public sector clients around the world. When you join Hatfield, you choose a career that makes a difference in the lives of all those who share our planet.

Position Overview

Hatfield Consultants is seeking a Water Resources Technician to join our Water Resources Group in Fort McMurray, Alberta. As part of this dynamic Hatfield team, the Water Resources Technician will provide field, technical and project management support for the design and implementation of hydrology, hydrogeology, water quality, water resource and other environmental management components of Hatfield’s projects in northern Alberta. This is not a fly in/fly out role and requires relocation to Fort McMurray.

Responsibilities:

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to collect data to assess potential project‑related and/or climate change related impacts with respect to water resources and environmental values. This will include providing support for a variety of water resource (e.g., hydrogeological, water quality, hydrometric and climate) monitoring programs under the supervision of experienced Hatfield staff.
• Compile, manage and assess water quality, water use, hydrometric, hydrogeologic and climatic data.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and calibrated to meet operational and field requirements.
• Support ongoing data management and reporting functions.
• Support research and analytical tasks including data collection, compilation, analysis, statistical and deterministic modeling.
• Have excellent communication skills (verbal and written – including technical or scientific writing).
• Field work in remote locations.

Education and Experience:

• B.Sc. or technical diploma in engineering or sciences with hydrology or hydrogeology experience
• A minimum of one year of water resource monitoring experience.
• Familiar with the Alberta and Federal regulatory environments for environmental monitoring and construction projects would be an asset.
• Experience and interest in field work, including long days in the field.
• Experience related to groundwater exploration and testing, groundwater monitoring, hydrometric, climate, and/or surface water sampling is desirable but not required.
• A valid Canadian driver’s license for the past three years, experience driving a pickup truck and the ability to meet the requirements for our third‑party automobile insurance policy.

Other Assets/Skills:

• Construction environmental monitoring; soil, sediment, surface and groundwater quality sampling; and environmental effects monitoring and reporting.
• Comfortable using technology and a desire to learn how to operate a variety of environmental monitoring systems such as dataloggers and software packages.
• Ability to work in teams of technicians with varying levels of experience and maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability and interest to undertake extensive fieldwork, in a range of weather conditions, including working in remote locations and on programs that may require camp stays.
• Ability to work in a dynamic consulting environment which requires flexibility and the willingness to work overtime in support of field programs.
• Attention to detail and an understanding of the importance of adherence to field standard operating procedures and good data collection.

What's In It For You?

• Friendly and down-to-earth work culture
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Biweekly Earned Days Off (EDO) program
• Matching group retirement plan
• Comprehensive health insurance – medical, dental and vision coverage
• Competitive vacation and special leave
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Relocation allowance

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging:

Hatfield is committed to employment equity and workplace diversity. We strive for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity, irrespective of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or disability.

Hatfield acknowledges that our offices are located on the traditional and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples. We also recognize and acknowledge the rights, cultures, interests, and aspirations of the many other Indigenous Peoples who have lived since time immemorial in the places we live and work. Hatfield is committed to building an inclusive workforce that is representative of the populations we serve, and to provide and support career opportunities for Indigenous Peoples. We warmly invite all Indigenous Peoples to apply.

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your CV in confidence through the online form or email [e-mail]. Please indicate Water Resources Technician – Fort McMurray in your subject line. Only short‑listed candidates will be contacted. You are invited to submit your candidacy for this role. Please be advised that, in the course of our assessment of your qualifications, we retain the right to adjust the seniority classification of the position accordingly. We will only consider candidates who are authorized to work in Canada at the time of application. Proof of eligibility to work in Canada may be required prior to employment.