Geoscience Professionals and Technologist

1 month ago

Fort McMurray Alberta TP, Fort McMurray region, Canada Terracon Geotechnique Ltd Full time

At Terracon Geotechnique Ltd., we're not just a company; we're a passionate, employee-owned community driven by values and dedicated to excellence.

We are searching for bright, motivated, and value-driven individuals to join our team of Geoscience professionals and technologists in Fort McMurray, AB. If you have a background in Geology/Geoscience, we have an exceptional opportunity waiting for you to ignite your career with us.


Why Choose Terracon?

We know you have choices when choosing an organization for your career journey and we work hard to create a culture that provides employees with opportunities and experiences to develop meaningful careers. Our values are at the heart of everything we do.

We have you covered with a comprehensive, cost-shared benefits program that focuses on your physical and mental well-being.

Looking to pay off your student loan or mortgage faster? We can help you with our innovative savings and investment programs.


What You Can Anticipate

When you join Terracon, you'll embark on a journey where your skills and expertise will flourish. You'll engage in a wide array of geological and geoscience projects that span from dynamic open-pit mining environments to vital municipal work sites. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the socio-economic growth and development of McMurray Métis Local 1938 through projects with Terracon Infinity, an Indigenous joint venture between Terracon Geotechnique Ltd and Infinity Métis Corporation.

These roles are full-time, field-based positions that require a deep alignment with Terracon's core values: Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, and Entrepreneurism (S.I.T.E.). We are committed to nurturing your career by offering diverse technical and leadership opportunities that facilitate continuous growth in your skills and competencies.

Our opportunities are based locally in Fort McMurray but may include fly-in/fly-out camp opportunities from time to time.


Current Opportunities

Currently, we are looking to hire individuals with Geology/Geoscience backgrounds to work on a multitude of differing drilling, mining, heavy civil, and municipal projects. Responsibilities will include:

  • Drill Monitoring (Sonic/Mud Rotary/Dual Rotary/Auger drilling rigs)
  • Production Geology roles at client sites.
  • Geohazard monitoring.
  • Core description.
  • Aggregate sampling and mapping.
  • Performing geotechnical testing, reading, and installations – Slope Inclinometers (SI), Monitoring wells, Vibrating Wire Piezometers (VWP).
  • Participating in local and remote fieldwork, with shifts up to 12 hours per day/night.
  • Pay rate will be $31.00 to $38.00 per hour depending on work experience.

Your Place at Terracon

As a valued member of the team, you will have opportunities beyond your initial project and initial competencies, which include a variety of activities, such as:

  • Soils and concrete QA/QC monitoring on a multitude of differing mining, heavy civil, and municipal projects.
  • Conducting field inspections and testing, including soil testing, earthwork, and concrete testing, to ensure compliance with project specifications and engineering standards.
  • Conducting piling monitoring and inspection.
  • Data collection for environmental groundwater monitoring, pump testing, hydraulic conductivity testing, air quality, and soil sampling, surface water sampling, and other environmental field services.
  • Driving in active mining environments and interacting with heavy equipment.
  • Preparing technical reports, managing project schedules and resources, and meeting deadlines and budgets.

What We Seek

We're looking for individuals with:

  • A degree/diploma in Geology or Earth Science, Geoscience, Geo-Environmental, or an equivalent combination of education and/or field experience.
  • Legal authorization to work in Canada.
  • A valid driver's license and a driver abstract in good standing.
  • Individuals who can complete physical field work and pass a fitness-for-work test.
  • Individuals who are capable of working in safety-sensitive environments and can meet drug and alcohol testing requirements.
  • Individuals who want to learn, share, and grow themselves and the business.
  • Individuals who are committed to building a diverse, inclusive work environment.

Additional Assets

  • Experience in a technical field-based role is an asset, as is experience in the geoscience industry.
  • Proficiency in off-road 4x4 driving and winter conditions.
  • BSO/CSO, H2S & CCIL certification.
  • Membership with ASET or APEGA is considered an additional advantage.

Connect with Us

Connect with us on LinkedIn and learn more about life at Terracon.

Terracon is an equal-opportunity employer. We know that women and other underrepresented groups are unlikely to apply for roles unless they meet every requirement. If this is you and you have an interest in this role and Terracon, then please apply - we would like to hear from you

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