Senior Hydrogeochemist/Geochemist

Are you ambitious and looking to make the right move in your career?  Now is the perfect time to join Egis.  Egis is experiencing substantial growth in North America, highlighted by our recent acquisition of Ecometrix—now made up of over 1,000 engineers, architects and planners across Canada and the USA. This strategic move underscores our commitment to investing in North America, propelling our expansion to new heights. 

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A Responsible Company - We care about people, and we care about our impact; acting responsibly wherever we work and whatever we do.  

A People-First Company - This is an environment of mutual respect where every team member matters, no matter who they are. 

A Creative Company - Creativity is in our DNA. This is the fuel that helps us tackle the major challenges of our time.  

The more important question you likely have is: Are we the right company for you? 

Joining Egis is an opportunity to make a valuable, positive impact on the world, while growing and developing as a person. Our culture is very collaborative, and we care about people and our impact.  We take great pride in being responsible for our clients, for each other and for our planet and its people. You’ll work and innovate in an environment where high standards and personal consideration go hand-in-hand.

Learn more about the exciting opportunity below where you’ll be part of projects renowned for technical excellence, ambition and sustainability.

About The Role

We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Hydrogeochemist/Geochemist to join our team. This role involves providing direction and technical guidance to the geochemistry team to support and grow our mining projects. The successful candidate will develop and execute mine-related geochemical testing programs and geochemical & water quality models for mining operations in Canada and internationally. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree or Ph.D. and minimum 15 years of demonstrated experience 

Key Responsibilities

• Strong geochemistry and leadership qualities.
• Direct the development and execution of geochemical testing programs for mining projects.
• Provide technical direction for the creation and calibration of geochemical and water quality models using industry-standard software.
• Provide technical support and review of geochemical data to support project planning and decision-making.
• Review technical reports, presentations, and documentation for clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate geochemical data into mining project designs.
• Provide guidance to the mining team and other project team members on monitoring and evaluating water quality and geochemical conditions, and recommendations for management.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and industry standards.
• Provide technical support and guidance on field programs, including site visits, data collection, and sampling.
• Assist in Business Development efforts to grow the mining services portfolio.
• Engage in recruitment efforts to grow and expand the offerings of the mining team.

• Master's degree of Ph.D. in Geochemistry, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in geochemical testing and modeling for mining operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and industry standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Geologist (P. Geo.) or equivalent certification.
• Proficiency in understanding of geochemical modeling software (e.g., PHREEQC, Geochemist's Workbench).
• Experience with GIS software and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with mining operations and practices.

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program.  If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.