Senior Hydrologist — Dewatering & Water Compliance Lead

Careermine

Elko (NV)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Stock purchase program

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Senior Hydrologist for the Cortez operation to manage environmental compliance related to dewatering and water monitoring. You will lead planning, reporting, and mitigation activities to protect groundwater and surface water resources.

Responsibilities include coordinating with Dewatering Team, interpreting monitoring data, and guiding engineers and technicians. A strong background in hydrology/hydrogeology and regulatory compliance is essential for success in this

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in hydrology, hydrogeology, geology, or environmental engineering preferred.
3–5 years of verifiable experience in hydrology, hydrogeology, engineering, and/or dewatering preferred.
Experience with dewatering systems, hydrologic and hydrogeologic principles, and hydrologic modeling preferred.
Experience with environmental monitoring and regulatory compliance principles preferred.
Ability to prepare technical communications and effectively communicate results to various levels of expertise required.
Demonstrated ability to operate independently and in small multi-disciplinary teams required.
Experience with various surface and groundwater sampling and vegetation monitoring techniques preferred.
Excellent computer skills (MS Office, EQuIS, GIS) required.
Excellent safety record with ability to demonstrate safety leadership required.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the prevention, identification and mitigation of potential impacts to water quantity and quality by ensuring compliance with groundwater and surface water management plans and related permits.
Coordinate with the site Dewatering Team and Corporate Hydrology to assess mine-related impacts on surface and groundwater quality and quantity.
Assist with the interpretation of, and reporting of, the assigned monitoring programs by routinely assessing results.
Oversee the development, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of various mitigation activities required.
Assess the effectiveness of various monitoring and mitigation measures.
Recommend additional monitoring and mitigation measures to conform to State and Federal regulation.
Liaise with Federal, State and Local stakeholders to develop and communicate monitoring results and mitigation plans.
Ensure accurate collection and reporting of water monitoring data per QA/QC processes.
Lead and develop Environmental Engineers, Coordinators, and Technicians as assigned.
Assist with planning, design, budget, and oversight of environmental compliance and monitoring programs.
Maintain awareness of site water rights and communicate changes to water rights managers/corporate social responsibility representatives.
Assist with water management strategies and data management.
Comply with state and federal health and safety regulations and company policies.