Talent.com
Principal Hydrogeologist

Principal Hydrogeologist

Teck ResourcesVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
7 days ago
Salary
CA$144,000.00–CA$178,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Closing Date : March 7, 2025

Teck is a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love.

Teck's two regional business units, North America and Latin America, oversee Teck's assets through all phases of safe, sustainable development, operation and closure. The business units are supported by enterprise-wide functions that set strategic direction, establish standards and provide governance, as well as supporting the business through shared services, centers of excellence and business partnering.

Reporting to the Director, Water, the Principal Hydrogeologist is Teck's subject matter expert (SME) in hydrogeology and supports operations, development projects, and legacy sites (i.e. assets) to achieve geotechnically safe operations that are regulatory compliant and protective of the watersheds in which Teck operates.

Key activities include development and continual improvement of groundwater management plans across all assets, in collaboration with the respective asset technical teams, development and continuous improvement of standards and policies, supporting the governance and assurance of water related functions, and to scan and assess the potential for innovation and technology use to improve groundwater management. Operational site support and leadership will also be required at Teck's operations and legacy sites for a potential range a project such as water supply, dewatering, and groundwater protection and mitigation programs.

The Principal Hydrogeologist is an integral member of the Technical & Planning team and will also work broadly across the portfolio of the Water Team as well as the Tailings and Geotechnical, Sustainability, and Corporate Development teams. Strong communication skills and a desire to work as part of a team are a must.

Don't miss out on this outstanding opportunity to be part of one of Canada's leading mining companies and join our team!

Responsibilities

  • Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
  • Provide operations with SME and strategic leadership in a broad range of hydrogeology sub-disciplines, including, but not limited to, pit depressurization, groundwater monitoring programs, seepage management, groundwater licensing, and groundwater mitigation strategies
  • Support the identification, assessment, and development of mitigation plans for Teck's key hydrogeology risks
  • Support Teck's water governance program through continuous improvement of the program and leading governance reviews at Teck's assets
  • Provide leading practice groundwater management design oversight to Teck's development projects and due diligence activities
  • Keep informed of innovation, industry developments, and regulatory requirements in hydrogeology as they relate to operational and environmental water management
  • Support capability building in the field of hydrogeology across Teck, including development support of early career hydrogeologists and other geoscience colleagues
  • Travel to Teck's sites and other locations as required to work in the field or other office locations (~25% of the time)

Qualifications

  • Engineering or Science degree with specialization in hydrogeology
  • Minimum 15 years of progressive professional experience
  • Extensive field experience leading hydrogeology programs for water supply, dewatering, and groundwater monitoring
  • Registered Professional Geoscientist with EGBC, or eligible to become registered
  • Strong business acumen and the ability to pragmatically relate technical challenges to business prioritization
  • Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to influence and maintain good relationships with internal and external audiences and the ability to work with personnel at all levels of seniority from other functional areas across the Company and external organizations
  • In addition to hydrogeology technical expertise, have understanding in one or more fields of hydrology, geotechnical engineering, geochemistry, water quality, environmental impact assessments, water balances, and water management planning
  • Technical knowledge of water modelling tools in the fields of hydrogeology and water and load balances (e.g. MODFLOW, FEFLOW, GoldSim, PHREEQC, Geochemists Workbench, etc) is an asset
  • Ability to interpret and manage complex hydrogeology datasets
  • Project coordination and project management skills are considered a strong asset
  • Motivated self-starter, able to work under minimal supervision, manage several projects simultaneously, adapt to changing situations, and identify / resolve problems
  • Advanced Microsoft Office experience, including Microsoft Excel
  • Fluency or familiarity with Spanish is an asset

    • Why Join Us?

    At Teck, we offer more than just a job - we provide a pathway to personal and professional enrichment. With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn and grow, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic career adventure.

    Teck employees receive access to our total rewards program and comprehensive benefits package that promote physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This includes but is not limited to :

  • Annual Performance Bonus
  • Profit Share Plan
  • Health Spending Account
  • Personal Spending Account
  • Extended Health Care
  • Dental and Vision Care
  • Employer Paid Pension Plan
  • Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
  • Paid Sick Leave, Vacation and Holidays
  • Virtual Telemedicine and additional support for overall well-being
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

    • Salary Range : $144,000 - $178,000

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

    About Teck

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

    Teck is one of Canada's leading mining companies, focused on providing products that are essential to building a better quality of life for people around the globe. Our commitment to our people is why Teck has been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for seven consecutive years, listed as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People and named to the 2024 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index. The pursuit of sustainability guides Teck's approach to business and we are proud to be recognized as one of the 2024 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations by Corporate Knights. 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 .

    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.