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Lead, Hydrogeologist or Water Scientist

Employer
Teck Resources Limited
Location
Sparwood, British Columbia, Canada
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Dec 2, 2021
Closing Date: December 1, 2021

Reporting to the Senior Lead, Water, the Lead, Hydrogeologist or Water Scientist (at Teck known as Lead, Water Monitoring) is responsible for planning, supervising, and implementing groundwater investigations to support mining operations and regional environmental performance and compliance. We are currently hiring for two positions, with one role primarily focussed on hydrogeology and the other on water monitoring.

To be successful, we are looking for an individual with outstanding leadership and communication skills, strong analytical and decision-making abilities with a capacity for practical problem-solving. Strong multitasking, teamwork and environmental project management experience skills are vital for success in this role. The successful candidate would also enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions as they perform a diverse range of field and office tasks.

This is an exciting opportunity to advance the objectives of the Elk Valley Water Quality Plan and ensure the health of the local watershed, and inform some of the most advanced selenium and nitrate removal technology in the world!

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventures at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

Responsibilities :
  • Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
  • Coordinate and supervise internal groups and external contractors and consultants in hydrological assessments and work programs, including groundwater and surface water investigations
  • Ensure projects are being conducted in accordance with project scope and Health, Environment, Safety and Community (HESC) commitments
  • Integrate ground and surface water data in the development of conceptual site models
  • Lead field investigations, data collection, inspections, and audits to inform management decisions
  • Provide technical review for hydrological reports and support implementation of water quality management and mitigation
  • Prepare and submit technical reports to meet regulatory and other commitments, and present technical information to a variety of audiences
  • Lead engagement and maintain relationships with government agencies, Indigenous groups, and other local communities of interest
  • Mentor, train and provide technical direction to operations and water quality management teams
  • Conduct analysis and quality assurance and quality control of data


Qualifications :
  • Degree or diploma in Engineering or Science in environment, hydrology, hydrogeology, or other related field
  • Minimum seven years’ experience in hydrogeology, water quality monitoring, groundwater studies or water management
  • Registered designation, or eligible to register, for professional designation, such as P.Geo or P.Eng
  • Proficient in environmental data management, analysis, reporting, and environmental databases, such as EQuIS, GIS or Surfer
  • Knowledge of relevant federal and provincial legislation, standards, and effective industry practices
  • Experience supervising consultants and contractors
  • Experience in large-scale groundwater characterization and monitoring programs is an asset
  • Knowledge in water balance and load balance modelling, groundwater modelling and water quality management is an asset


Successful candidates must be fully vaccinated against infection by COVID-19. Candidates who are unable to be vaccinated due to a personal characteristic protected under applicable human rights legislation may request to be exempt from this requirement. We will do our best to accommodate those who are unable to be vaccinated.

At Teck, we value diversity. Our teams work collaboratively and respect each person’s unique perspective and contribution.

Qualified applicants interested in joining a dynamic team are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter electronically.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Teck is a diversified resource company committed to responsible mining and mineral developmentwith major business units focused on copper, steelmaking coal and zinc, as well as investments in energy assets.

Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, its shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols TECK.A and TECK.B and the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol TECK. 

Learn more about Teck at www.teck.com or follow @TeckResources.

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