Senior Hydrogeologist

Tatham Engineering Limited

$90K — $140K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.Sc. in Geoscience or Civil/Environmental Engineering focused on Hydrogeology; M.Sc. considered an asset
  • Eligible for P.Geo or P.Eng. registration
  • Minimum 10 years of consulting experience in hydrogeology or related fields
  • Team-oriented with strong self-motivation and safety consciousness
  • Ability to work independently with a focus on detail and problem-solving
  • Excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills in English
  • Proficient in MS Office and technical report writing; ArcGIS experience is a plus
  • Willingness to travel within Ontario and hold a valid Class G Ontario Driver's License.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate hydrogeological field programs including drilling and monitoring well installation
  • Design and conduct hydrogeological assessments for land development and municipal projects
  • Analyze surface water, groundwater, and soil chemistry data
  • Interpret hydrogeological data for conceptual groundwater modeling
  • Assist in water balance and budget analysis
  • Perform Reasonable Use assessment with mass balance calculations
  • Ensure compliance with environmental policies and legislation
  • Collect and accurately record field measurements and data
  • Conduct data tabulation and prepare investigation reports
  • Maintain safety standards and site safety plans
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on projects
  • Engage with various engineering disciplines within the company.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Health spending account and RRSP matching
  • Flexible work arrangements promoting work-life balance
  • Paid volunteer opportunities
  • Starting vacation of at least 3 weeks, prorated in the first year
  • Involvement in challenging and notable projects
  • Professional development and mentorship opportunities
  • Reimbursement for annual professional dues
  • Engaging workplace environment with team socials
  • Opportunity for shareholder involvement.
Full Job Description
We are seeking to fill a new role of Senior Hydrogeologist to work in our Hydrogeology and Geoenvironmental group in our Collingwood, Barrie, Guelph or Ottawa office. This position will support our hydrogeology team that works within the aggregate, municipal and land development sectors. This role would become involved with primarily physical hydrogeological investigations to support multi-disciplinary projects in a variety of fields, including aggregate resource monitoring and compliance, construction dewatering assessments and permitting, wastewater treatment/water supply, and supporting Tatham's municipal and land development projects in the areas we service across Ontario.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for supervision and coordination of hydrogeological field programs including borehole drilling and monitoring well installation programs, test pitting, borehole permeability testing, pumping tests, Guelph permeameter testing, collection of surface water and groundwater samples and levels, and collection of surface water flows
  • Design and complete hydrogeological assessments in support of land development/municipal projects and for various approvals, including Permit To Take Water and the Environmental Activity and Sector Registry, and MECP D-5-5 / D-5-4 assessments.
  • Analyze groundwater, surface water and soil chemistry data
  • Interpret hydrogeological data to support conceptual groundwater model development
  • Assist with the completion of water balance and water budget analysis and assessments
  • Complete Reasonable Use assessment using mass balance and nutrient dilution calculations
  • Understand and implement environmental policies and practices and ensure compliance with environmental legislation
  • Collect and evaluate field measurements and record data in clear and concise field notes
  • Office activities may include data tabulation and presentation of field sampling results, including report tables and appendices, support for work plan preparation, interpretation of analytical results, preparation of investigation reports and other project documents
  • Follow company safety standards, participate in safety training, prepare and implement site safety plans
  • Interact with client, contractor or subcontractor representatives on project sites
  • Work collaboratively with members of the Water Resources and Hydrogeology Group and team members from other internal business lines and offices, as well as external sub-contractors/consultants, and clients
  • Work with other disciplines within Tatham Engineering including but not limited to Land Development, Water/Wastewater, Municipal and Transportation

Key Position Requirements:
  • Undergraduate Degree (B.Sc.) in Geoscience or Civil/Environmental Engineering with a focus on Hydrogeology, Masters Degree (M.S.c) in Hydrogeology or related discipline considered an asset
  • Eligible to register as a P.Geo or P.Eng.
  • Minimum of 10 years consulting experience in hydrogeology, geoscience or related discipline
  • Team-oriented, self-motivated and safety conscious
  • Ability to work independently in both field and office environments with strong attention to detail and organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Strong technical, verbal, and written communication skills (English) are required
  • Competency with MS Office suite of applications
  • Technical report and/or document writing experience an asset
  • Some experience with ArcGIS considered an asset
  • Must be willing to travel (mostly within central Ontario, but with occasional southern or remote northern Ontario projects)
  • Valid Class G Ontario Driver's License and vehicle appropriate for carrying field equipment

How to Apply

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Tatham Engineering does not use artificial intelligence in the hiring process. All applications are reviewed by Human Resources and the appropriate hiring managers.

What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation, benefits, health spending account, RRSP matching and profit sharing
  • Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance
  • Paid volunteer opportunities
  • Vacation starting at 3 weeks minimum for all positions - prorated in the first year
  • Challenging and rewarding work on notable projects
  • Professional development, training, mentorship program and career progression opportunities
  • Reimbursement for annual professional dues
  • Collaborative and engaging workplace environment
  • Regular office/team socials and recreational outings, including an activity allowance for approved events
  • Shareholder opportunities

Expected Hiring Range for This Position

$90,000 to $140,000

Compensation will reflect the unique skills and experience each candidate brings to the role. The posted range serves as a general guideline, and final offers may vary.

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