Hydrogeologist

Dare to join Englobe 

At nearly 3,000 people, Englobe is one of Canada’s premier firms specializing in professional engineering services, environmental sciences, and soil and biomass treatment.

With offices located across Canada, the United Kingdom and France, we are conveniently located to support large- and small-scale projects, through different stages, in many sectors.  Offering a range of value-added services that run the gamut from professional consulting services to turnkey project implementation, Englobe has developed a reputation for integrity, credibility, and people-centered values.

 

When you choose Englobe, you’re choosing a team with a wide range of expertise and a shared concern for the environment and the sustainable development of their communities. At Englobe, the health and safety of our employees is a top priority. We have built a culture of caring and are sincerely committed to diversity and inclusion. In practice, this means we take care of every aspect of the employee experience. 

And that’s not all... Taking initiative and seizing opportunities for professional development are encouraged. We believe that great ideas can come from anyone, anywhere! At Englobe, you’ll have the opportunity to grow and excel. 

 

 We offer

• A full range of benefits (group insurance with shared costs upon hiring, group RRSP);
• A telemedicine virtual healthcare service;
• An annual reimbursement of sports expenses;
• Opportunities for skills development;
• Flexible hours and ability to compress working hours;
• Internal policy to encourage teleworking.

Choose the path of impact. Join us in creating a positive legacy. 

 

Englobe is committed to providing accommodation to, and working with, applicants with disabilities, to meet their needs throughout the recruitment, selection and/or employment process. 

Your Contribution
 

The Intermediate Hydrogeologist will assist in coordinating and managing hydrogeological projects from initiation to closing by coordinating the field /junior staff assigned, subcontractors involved, supplies required and technical reporting for senior review.

Reporting to the Department Manager, you will support a wide variety of projects in collaboration with the Environmental Team. Your main responsibilities will be:

• Supervising, mentoring and coaching junior colleagues in their daily work and reviewing their work product for completeness and accuracy
• Coordinating and supervision of subcontractors (drillers, excavation operators, chemical laboratories and others)
• Demonstrating a “Safety-First” focus and acting as a role model to other staff
• Data interpretation and reporting, including integrating the contributions from colleagues into a high-quality project deliverable
• Developing robust study designs, conceptual site models, and preparing proposals
• Acting as a point of contact for clients, with emphasis on building long-term relationships
• Participating with senior staff in client engagement, business development, and long-term business strategies
• Applying your specialist knowledge and experience in fields of environmental science and hydrogeology while appreciating the value of multi-disciplinary approaches for problem-solving
• Management of projects from the proposal stage, work scope development through to delivery and project close-out, including schedule and budget control, client communication, and invoicing
• Communicate and coordinate with senior environmental project manager/engineer on any assigned task that requires environmental/ hydrogeological input
• Apply and promote Englobe’s health and safety rules

Your Profile
 

• Minimum Bachelor Degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, or related field
• Licensed or eligible for registration with Professional Engineers Ontario or the Association for Professional Geoscientists of Ontario
• Previous work experience (5 to 6 years) is preferred from an environmental consulting background. Relevant industry or government experience will also be considered
• Detailed knowledge and hands-on experience in environmental field investigation and sampling methods, and a thorough understanding of applicable regulations, legislation, and policies (municipal, provincial, and federal)
• Experience and sound understanding of Environmental Regulations and Acts.
• In-depth expertise in one or more relevant technical areas such as contaminant hydrogeology including:

• Groundwater/surface water monitoring program
• Water balance assessments
• Groundwater seepage analysis
• Source water evaluation and development
• Experience with groundwater and surface water monitoring, sampling, hydraulic conductivity testing, and interpretation.
• Familiar with short-term dewatering and long-term foundation drainage flow rate estimates.
• Familiar with pre- and post-development water balance assessment and source water impact assessment and mitigation plan (SWIAMP).
• Experience with pumping test completion and data interpretation will be an asset.
• Familiar with Permit to Take Water (PTTW) applications and EASR postings

• Demonstrated track record of delivering relevant projects or significant components of projects
• Demonstrated ability for critical thinking and problem-solving
• Ability to work in a team environment, including leadership of small teams of professionals and technical staff
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and technical report writing
• Excellent computer application and spreadsheet skills
• Must have a car and valid G driver’s licence

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