Junior or Intermediate Hydrogeologist

OverviewLocation: Calgary, AB, North Vancouver/New Westminster, BC. Hatfield is seeking a Junior to Intermediate Hydrogeologist (or a geologist/engineer with interest and experience in groundwater) to join our Water Resource Group. This is a full-time permanent position, comprising a combination of office and fieldwork. Hatfield, a proudly Canadian company, has been serving our clients and our community for over 50 years. We have been recognized as one of Canada’s Top SME Employers in 2025. With 250 team members and growing, Hatfield provides high-quality environmental and social services for private and public sector clients around the world. When you join Hatfield, you choose a career that makes a difference in the lives of all those who share our planet.ResponsibilitiesDesign, and/or participate in hydrogeologic investigation (baseline), water supply and (compliance) monitoring programs (water quality).Prepare, participate, and lead (after appropriate training and mentoring) field programs required for hydrogeology, hydrology and water quality data collection and monitoring programs. Field programs could occur at both local and remote locations. The field programs will be mostly in Alberta and British Columbia and may be occasional or consistent, both short-term and longer-term (2-3 weeks), depending on project workloads, scopes of work and time of year.Compile, manage and interpret hydrogeologic, water use, water quality, and other environmental data (e.g., review of near-real-time telemetry, continuous and periodic water level, and lab data).Interact with a multidisciplinary team which may include supporting the coordination and/or implementation of other environmental (e.g., water quality, aquatic, fish) monitoring programs.Draft reports for submission to regulatory agencies or clients.Education and ExperienceA minimum of two years of experience.B.Sc. in geology, environmental sciences or engineering with academic training in hydrogeology and a minimum one year of pertinent experience (e.g., work or graduate degree thesis).Currently registered, or eligible for registration with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) or Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC) as a member in training.Experience supervising/undertaking drilling programs, overburden and bedrock logging (e.g. logging of soil and bedrock cuttings and core logging), well/vibrating wire piezometer (VWP) installation, hydrogeologic testing (e.g., slug, packer, pump tests) and groundwater sampling.Fluent English verbal communication and ability to write concisely.Experience and a keen interest in field work. Field work in remote locations – sometimes under adverse weather conditions and overtime will be required.Experience and interest in data compilation and analysis.A willingness to learn new skills both in the field and office and flexibility in regard to contributing to other environmental programs (climate, hydrology, etc.).Valid driver’s license with eligibility for coverage under Hatfield’s corporate insurance.Other Assets/SkillsAn inclination for quantitative hydrogeology/hydrology and/or groundwater modelling (e.g., MODFLOW, Groundwater Vistas, FEFLOW, etc) would be highly desirable.Hydrometric / climate station installation, data logger programming, surveying and streamflow measurement.Experience in data compilation and analysis, including use of software tools such as Aquarius, EQuIS or similar software for loading, editing, reporting and visualization of sample data.Background in R statistics, coding, and/or GIS.Vadose zone hydrogeology and water quality / geochemistry.History of progressively responsible positions in geological or hydrogeological programs.What’s In It For You?Friendly and down-to-earth work cultureHybrid and flexible working arrangementsBiweekly Earned Days Off (EDO) programMatching group retirement planComprehensive health insurance – medical/dental/vision coverageCompetitive vacation and special leaveProfessional development and mentorship opportunitiesRelocation allowanceDiversity, Equity, Inclusion & BelongingHatfield is committed to employment equity and workplace diversity. We strive for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity, irrespective of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or disability.Hatfield acknowledges that our offices are located on the traditional and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples. We also recognize and acknowledge the rights, cultures, interests, and aspirations of the many other Indigenous Peoples who have lived since time immemorial in the places we live and work. Hatfield is committed to building an inclusive workforce that is representative of the populations we serve, and to provide and support career opportunities for Indigenous Peoples. We warmly invite all Indigenous Peoples to apply.How to ApplyTo apply, please submit your CV in confidence through the online form or email: resumes@hatfieldgroup.catsone.com. Please indicate “Junior_Intermediate Hydrogeologist” in your subject line. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.Salary: $57k-$100k. We extend an invitation to applicants of all levels to submit their candidacy for this role. Please be advised, that in the course of our assessment of your qualifications, we retain the right to adjust the seniority classification of the position accordingly.Please note that we will only consider candidates who are authorized to work in Canada at the time of application. Proof of eligibility to work in Canada may be required prior to employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr