Senior HydrogeologistITASCA North America | Canada-basedAbout the roleITASCA North America is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist to support challenging mining, groundwater, and environmental projects across Canada and North America.
This role is suited for a technically strong professional with experience in groundwater hydrology, contaminant hydrogeology, field investigations, groundwater flow and contaminant transport modeling, and technical reporting. Mining experience is strongly valued, particularly in mine water management, dewatering, depressurization, seepage, closure, permitting support, and hydrogeologic support for mine planning and operations.
What you'll do- Lead or support hydrogeology, mine water, groundwater, and environmental projects.
- Plan, supervise, and interpret field investigations, including drilling, monitoring well installation, groundwater and surface water sampling, aquifer testing, and hydraulic testing.
- Interpret monitoring and testing data and develop conceptual hydrogeologic models.
- Develop, apply, or review groundwater flow and contaminant transport models.
- Analyze hydrogeologic, geochemical, and environmental data.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and work plans.
- Manage technical tasks or projects, including schedules, budgets, deliverables, and quality.
- Communicate technical findings to clients, regulators, project teams, and other stakeholders.
- Supervise and mentor junior and intermediate staff.
- Contribute to client relationships, proposal development, and the growth of ITASCA North America's hydrogeology practice.
What you bringRequired- Advanced degree in hydrogeology, geochemistry, environmental engineering, or a related field.
- Approximately 10-20 years of relevant professional experience.
- Proven technical excellence and sound professional judgment in hydrogeology or a related field.
- Professional registration by a recognized organization, or ability to obtain registration where required.
- Experience with hydrogeologic field investigations, groundwater monitoring, aquifer or hydraulic testing, and data interpretation.
- Experience developing or interpreting conceptual hydrogeologic models.
- Experience with groundwater flow and/or contaminant transport modeling.
- Strong technical writing, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently on complex assignments and manage scope, schedule, and budget.
- Experience supervising or mentoring technical staff.
- Ability to support proposals, work programs, and client development.
Strongly valued- Mining industry experience, particularly in mine water management, pit dewatering, depressurization, seepage, closure, water balance, permitting, or operational hydrogeology.
- Experience with contaminant hydrogeology, aqueous geochemistry, groundwater/surface water interaction, water supply, or remediation.
- Experience with MODFLOW, FEFLOW, MINEDW, MT3D, or other transport modeling tools, GIS, or data analysis.
- Experience supporting environmental impact assessment, permitting, regulatory engagement, or closure planning.
- Experience working with multidisciplinary teams involving hydrogeology, geomechanics, engineering geology, geochemistry, data science, and numerical modeling.
Location and travelThis is a full-time position based in Canada. Preferred locations are Toronto, Vancouver, or Sudbury, but other Canadian locations, including hybrid/remote work options, may be considered for the right candidate.
Travel may be required for client meetings, site visits, field programs, conferences, and internal collaboration.
Compensation and benefitsWe value your contributions and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Performance bonuses, including cash and company stock
- Health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
- Generous paid time off from day one
- Paid holidays
- Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
The anticipated salary range is $145,000-$180,000 CAD. Final compensation will depend on experience and qualifications.
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