The Opportunity:Tetra Tech is adding an
Senior Geochemist/Water Quality Specialist to join our
Arctic Engineering team based in
Western Canada (BC & AB).Your Role:- Managing and directing all project phases from project definition to proposal writing, data collection and fieldwork, laboratory management, data analysis, and reporting.
- Conducting geochemical and hydrogeochemical fieldwork, data management, QA/QC, data manipulation and geochemical modelling using speciation and mass transport codes.
- Utilize predictive geochemical modelling software such as Phreeq/C and Geochemists Workbench to predict mine facility contact water quality.
- Communicate complex geochemical information and interpretations to non-technical specialists either through reporting or presentations.
- Mentoring and training junior scientific staff and technicians.
- Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
- Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
- Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
- Additional duties as required.
Qualifications:- Minimum of 10-15 years of relevant experience in geochemistry, water quality, acid rock drainage and metal leaching (ARD/ML) assessments, and predictive modelling; mining experience in cold regions is preferred.
- Degree in mining, geoscience, geochemistry, engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
- Experience with aqueous geochemistry, mass balance, water quality modelling, and integration of geochemistry with site-wide water balances and engineering design.
- Proficiency with modelling tools such as PHREEQC, Geochemist's Workbench, GoldSIM, or similar software.
- Strong knowledge of Canadian and provincial water quality regulations, licensing, and permitting requirements, particularly in a mining context.
- Familiarity with surface and underground mining operations, waste rock, tailings storage facilities, hydrogeology, and hydrology.
- Ability to prepare clear, defensible technical reports and communicate effectively with regulators, clients, and communities.
- Strong commitment to health, safety, environmental responsibility, and professional ethics.
- Leadership or mentoring experience with junior staff is an asset.
- Consulting experience is preferred.
- Professional registration as a P.Eng. or P.Geo. with a Canadian regulatory body.
Life at Tetra Tech:The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Benefits starting day one of employment.
- Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team environment that values the contributions of all employees.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including mentorship by industry experts.
If you are eager to learn and ready to take on exciting challenges in near-surface geophysics, we encourage you to apply and explore the opportunities that await you with our team at Tetra Tech.
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