Lead, Hydrogeologist or Water Scientist

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, joining a portfolio of operations around the world and a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

Reporting to the Senior Lead, Water, the Lead, Hydrogeologist or Water Scientist (at EVR known as Lead, Regional Water Monitoring) is responsible for planning, supervising, and implementing groundwater investigations to support mining operations and regional environmental performance and compliance.

To be successful, we are looking for an individual with good 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!

In this role you will:

Requirements:

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.