Principal Mine Hydrogeologist

**The Opportunity**:
WSP’s mining team is looking for an experienced Principal Mine Hydrogeologist to join one of the worlds leading mine services firms? WSP is the largest Earth and Environmental consulting firm; with our deep expertise in mining consulting, integrating engineering and environmental sciences, advisory and technical services, our combined team brings an integrated view to all we do. Join us and lead hydrogeological, geological, and geotechnical studies related to water in the mining sector. Provide high-level strategic advice to clients and work on exciting projects worldwide.

**Why choose WSP?**
- We value and are committed to upholding a culture of **inclusion**and **belonging**:

- Our **Flexible**Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
- A **Canadian**success story - we're **proud**to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
- **Enhance**the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
- **Outstanding**career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to **your**ideas and trying **new**things.
- A phenomenal **collaborative**culture and a workforce filled with genuinely **good**people**who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

**WeAre**WSP #GlobalMining #WithWSPYouCan**

**A little more about your role**:
This is an exciting opportunity to join WSP’s Mining & Metals business in Canada.

This position would be involved in technical leadership and delivery of mining hydrogeology projects internationally, supported by a multidisciplinary team of hydrogeologists, hydrologists, geochemists and engineers. We work on projects at all parts of the mining life cycle, from exploration and pre-feasibility through to mine operations and closure.

**What you will do**:
This is a leadership role with WSP Canada’s Mine Water team and the role will comprise a combination of technical leadership, project direction, business development and client liaison on a global scale.

Your main responsibilities will include:

- Deliver consulting services in the areas of hydrogeology, mine water management, mine waste and environmental impact assessments to support feasibility studies and environmental social impact assessments.
- Provision of technical expertise in the field of mining hydrogeology.
- Leading, mentoring and working with a team of mining and geotechnical engineers, scientists and other professionals, within the Mine Water team to support their career development, technical excellence and commercial awareness.
- Participating in global corporate technical practice groups with the goal of elevating our technical excellence and visibility in the eyes of our clients.
- Assist in project coordination, managing and participating actively in the development of budgets, schedules and plans for projects and proposals.
- Supporting the development and maintenance of client relationships, either through project-based client interaction or through supporting business development efforts of other senior staff.
- Display a ‘safety first’ attitude in line with an interdependent health, safety and wellbeing culture, promoting positive health, safety and wellbeing, raising safety issues through the appropriate channels and adhering to WSP’s health, safety and wellbeing policy and procedures.

**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate**:

- Demonstrated experience of technical leadership, collaboration, and delivery, in particular in the mining field.
- Substantial and broad experience in mining hydrogeology across the mining life cycle.
- Commitment to internal and external client service.
- A proven track record in the delivery of large, multi-disciplinary projects on-time and on-budget.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with verbal and written communication skills with respect to technical, business development and strategy.
- An MSc. or Ph.D. in Hydrogeology (or equivalent) combined with a BSc degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline (e.g. geology, civil engineering, mining, environmental science, etc).

**Desirable**:

- 15+ years of experience in hydrogeology, primarily in the mining sector.
- Registered Chartered/Professional Geologist or Member of a related professional body.
- Flexibility, willingness and ability to travel both locally and internationally.
- Strong connections in the local mining business with active contacts a