Senior Geochemist/Mine Water Quality Specialist

Description

• Perform research as it relates to specific technical issues or projects
• Perform data analysis and data visualization through the use of technical software
• Promote a strong health and safety culture and actively participate in Stantec’s Health, Safety, Security and Environment Program
• Formalized career planning and development process.
• Conduct and support fieldwork as needed
• Lead water quality and quantity model projects
• Lead multidiscipline teams with water related mining projects, including geochemists, water quality specialists, hydrogeologists, and engineers
• Support geochemical and water quality components of projects including environmental assessments, models, and monitoring programs
• Provide guidance to clients, project managers and technical staff on mining related water issues.
• Interpret and analyze data, providing related technical support for water resource and environmental projects
• Execution of related proposal development and project task financial and schedule management
• Prepare technical reports and perform QA/QC of technical documents
• Collaborate with other scientific and engineering professionals within the practice on baseline and impact assessment projects, feasibility studies, groundwater and surface water assessments and contaminant investigations, and rehabilitation projects
• Lead complex projects with a high degree of initiative and independence and apply a broad range of knowledge

Requirements

• Strong technical aptitude
• Minimum of a B.Sc. in Geochemistry, Hydrology, Hydrogeology, or Earth Sciences/Engineering) with a specific focus in the areas of geochemistry, preference may be given to those with advanced degree
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Strong organizational and communications skills (able to communicate solutions in writing, verbally, and graphically)
• Solid computer skills are a must including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Fluent understanding of Canadian and provincial water quality guidelines, legislation, regulations, licensing and permitting particularly relating to mining in British Columbia, Ontario and Atlantic Canada
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience, which must include relevant consulting experience in the mining sector, including mine waste geochemistry assessment, water quality predictions, water quality modelling or the assessment of water quality impacts, preference may be given to those 15+ years of experience
• Proven ability to analyze field and technical data, perform research, demonstrate technical knowledge, and problem solve
• Fundamental understanding of projecttask management
• Experience preparing environmental assessments/ impact statements and other regulatory applications
• Ability and willingness to travel to lead field crews, perform environmental monitoring, or participate in offsite meetings with clients and/or regulatory agencies
• Professional registration or eligibility is required (P.Geo. or P.Eng.).
• Knowledge of water chemistry and contaminant transport modeling software (i.e. Goldsim, PHREEQC, Minteq, MIN3P), Excel, database software, etc., is preferred
• Time management skills in balancing immediate and longterm work with varying priorities and deadlines

Benefits

• Registered retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan, both with employer contributions.
• Wellness plans to support mental, physical, social and financial wellbeing.
• Excellent and comprehensive benefits for healthcare and dental.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance