Junior hydrogeologist (Hydrogeologist-in-Training) / Hydrogeological Technician)

Overview:

We are seeking an Junior Hydrogeologist to join our team out of our Vancouver, BC office. The successful candidate will be working on projects across Canada, with a focus in British Columbia and the North.

About Us:

As a wholly-owned subsidiary of SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd. (SLR), Palmer Environmental Consulting Group Inc. (Palmer) is part of a global consultancy firm providing environmental and advisory solutions to clients, with a team of over 3,000 talented professionals delivering advice and support in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific and Africa. Palmer’s expertise builds on SLR’s existing environmental capabilities, creating one of the largest environmental teams in Canada. Palmer and SLR recognize the synergies in services related to fisheries, aquatic, and terrestrial ecology, hydrogeology, water resources, geology and geomorphology and continue to further expand and diversify the range of services and technical depth in Ontario and British Columbia.

What do we offer at Palmer?

We understand the importance of flexibility, autonomy, work-life balance, and job satisfaction. To support our goals and the career development of our staff, Palmer offers:

A flexible work environment with the ability to work from home, the office or both
A competitive compensation package including comprehensive health care, dental care, vision care, and employee assistance programs
The opportunity to participate in an employer sponsored Group RRSP
Monthly cell phone reimbursement
A young, dynamic, and energetic work environment
A commitment to workplace diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, and the recognition of the benefits of different perspectives
Ample opportunities for career advancement within Palmer

Role Responsabilities:

Assist/lead in borehole drilling, lithology logging, and groundwater monitoring well installation programs
Conduct groundwater monitoring and sampling programs
Conduct single well response tests, and aquifer pumping tests
Install, monitoring and sampling mini‐piezometers as well as assess groundwater/surface water interactions
Support preparation of proposals, scope development, and cost estimates
Working collaboratively and communicating effectively with the project team and mentor.

Skills & Qualifications:

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology or Engineering
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience (experience in consulting an asset)
Ability to manage project workload and meet deliverable deadlines
Flexibility to travel for fieldwork in remote areas
Strong technical, oral, and written communication skills
Adaptable and able to work independently in various environments when required
Team player with good organizational skills
Excellent communication skills and experience working with multi-disciplinary teams to solve problems in a timely manner
Valid driver’s licence; and
Knowledge of health and safety protocols

Application Instructions:

At Palmer, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equitable employment opportunities are available to all applicants. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Our application process aims to reduce bias by using a questionnaire to assess key skills. All demographic details commonly found in CVs are kept separate until candidates are chosen for an interview.

Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the BC Employment and Assistance for Persons with Disabilities Act.

Intermediate Hydrogeologist (P. Geo)

Overview:

We are seeking an Intermediate Hydrogeologist to join our team out of our Vancouver, BC office. The successful candidate will be working on projects across Canada, with a focus in British Columbia and the North.

About Us:

What do we offer at Palmer?

We understand the importance of flexibility, autonomy, work-life balance, and job satisfaction. To support our goals and the career development of our staff, Palmer offers:

A flexible work environment with the ability to work from home, the office or both
A competitive compensation package including comprehensive health care, dental care, vision care, and employee assistance programs
The opportunity to participate in an employer sponsored Group RRSP
Monthly cell phone reimbursement
A young, dynamic, and energetic work environment
A commitment to workplace diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, and the recognition of the benefits of different perspectives
Ample opportunities for career advancement within Palmer

Role Responsabilities:

Lead field investigation programs, collect and analyze field data, communicate, and coordinate with clients and contractors
Conduct borehole logging, monitoring well installation, maintenance of groundwater wells, hydraulic well testing, and surface water and groundwater sampling
Evaluate groundwater flow and chemistry data
Experience conducting hydrogeological assessments, seepage analysis, and dewatering evaluations
Prepare technical reports
Support preparation of proposals, scope development, and cost estimates
Maintain up to date working knowledge of regulatory requirements, site assessment guidelines, and permit application processes
Experience using industry standard modeling software packages including MODFLOW and hydrogeological software packages including Leapfrog is considered an asset; and
GIS skills are considered an asset (e.g. Q-GIS).

Skills & Qualifications:

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology, or Engineering
Registration (or eligibility for registration) as a P.Geo or P.Eng. in BC
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience (experience in consulting an asset)
Flexibility to travel for fieldwork in remote areas
Ability to manage project workload and meet deliverable deadlines
Strong technical, oral, and written communication skills
Adaptable and able to work independently in various environments when required
Excellent communication skills and experience working with multi-disciplinary teams to solve problems in a timely manner
Valid driver’s licence; and
Knowledge of health and safety protocols

Application Instructions:

Hydrologist/Water Resources Engineer (Vancouver)

We are seeking a Water Resources Scientist to join our BC team (Vancouver preferred) to support projects across Canada, with a focus on British Columbia, and the North.

About Us:

What do we offer at Palmer?

We understand the importance of flexibility, autonomy, work-life balance, and job satisfaction. To support our goals and the career development of our staff, Palmer offers:

A flexible work environment with the ability to work from home, the office or both
A competitive compensation package including comprehensive health care, dental care, vision care, and employee assistance programs
The opportunity to participate in an employer sponsored Group RRSP
Provision of a work cell phone
A young, dynamic, and energetic work environment
A commitment to workplace diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, and the recognition of the benefits of different perspectives
Ample opportunities for career advancement within Palmer

Role Responsabilities:

Compile, manage and analyze hydrology, hydraulic, and climate data
Field data collection, management, and organization
Design and implement hydrological and meteorological monitoring programs
Prepare technical memorandums and reports
Work collaboratively across offices and disciplines
Project coordination
Provide training, mentorship, and supervision to junior and co-op staff
Play a key role in business development including communication with clients and contributing to proposals.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant scientific or engineering discipline (e.g., physical geography, geology, water resources engineering)
Membership, or eligibility for membership, with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia or other relevant professional associations.
2+ years of relevant work experience in hydrology/water resources
Field experience in remote locations, including hydrometric and weather station installation, data logger programming, surveying and streamflow measurements
Knowledge of provincial and federal regulations and guidelines
Understanding of hydrological and hydraulic models
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Valid driver’s licence

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

Proficiency with hydrological and hydraulic models
Graduate degree
GIS experience
Environmental Flow Needs experience (e.g. SEFA)
Proficiency with R, Python, or another applicable programming language
Demonstrated work experience in mining and hydropower sectors
Hydrogeology, geomorphology, ecology, and/or channel restoration experience
Project management experience
Swiftwater training, ATV/UTV/Argo Safe Operations certification

In addition, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Terrain Scientist

Start:
ASAP

Overview:

We’re looking for a Terrain Scientist to join Palmer’s Surficial Geology team. The applicant will support Palmer’s diverse geomorphology, hydrogeological, ecological, and geotechnical teams on a variety of projects that require skills and experience in terrain (surficial geology) analysis based at least in part on the interpretation of aerial photography and other remotely sensed data.

About Us:

Palmer’s geomorphology team is proud to offer terrain analysis (surficial geology) and related services for one of the most diverse ranges of project applications in Canada, including mineral exploration, geohazards inventory and assessment, permafrost mapping and characterization, archaeological studies, and ecological mapping and modelling.

What do we offer at Palmer?

We understand the importance of flexibility, autonomy, work-life balance and job satisfaction. To support our goals and the career development of our staff, Palmer offers:

A flexible work environment with the ability to work from home, the office or both
A competitive compensation package including comprehensive health care, dental care, vision care, and employee assistance programs
The opportunity to participate in an employer sponsored Group RRSP
Provision of a company cell phone
A young, dynamic and energetic work environment
A commitment to workplace diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, and the recognition of the benefits of different perspectives
Ample opportunities for career advancement within Palmer

Responsibilities

Background literature review of surficial and bedrock geological settings to support terrain inventory, geohazard, and mineral exploration projects
Complete preliminary terrain, geohazard or surficial geology mapping based on the interpretation of stereo-aerial photography, satellite imagery and/or topographic data
Participate in field programs in diverse and commonly remote settings
Contribute to technical reports
Support cross-discipline project work

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant scientific or engineering discipline (e.g., physical geography, geology, geomorphology, earth sciences, geological engineering)
Experience in terrain analysis and mapping based on interpretation of stereo-aerial photography
Excellent English oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to produce high quality work within project timelines

Preferred skills/Qualifications:

1-5 years of experience in aerial photography interpretation.
Experience with federal and provincial/territorial surficial mapping protocols in Canada
Proficiency with GIS and softcopy photo-interpretation software (e.g. ArcGIS; DAT/EM Summit),fieldwork experience
Consulting or industry experience
Membership, or eligibility for future membership, with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) or Association of Professional Geoscientists of Ontario (APGO)

Application:

Geological / Forestry Field Technician (Entry)

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ASAP

Overview:

We’re looking for a Geological / Forestry Field Technician to join Palmer’s Surficial Geology team. We are seeking a resourceful individual who enjoys remote field work and developing new skills, is comfortable operating lightweight motorized equipment, and prides themselves in their ability to troubleshoot and solve field-based problems. Field experience in forestry, mineral exploration, or other environmental industries is an asset.

About Us:

What You’re Responsible For:

Participate in, and support the planning of, remote field programs
Provide Geological / Forestry field support in remote areas of Canada
Safe operation and movement of lightweight drilling equipment for the purposes of collecting sediment/rock samples from depths of up to 10 m, following successful completion of appropriate internal training
Complete, document and discuss daily safety inspections and health & safety forms
Collect sediment samples using hand tools and lightweight drilling equipment
Collect permafrost/ground ice samples using lightweight drilling equipment
Support basic line cutting using a chainsaw, axe and other equipment prior to commencement of sampling programs
Maintain field equipment and track inventories of expendables and other critical field supplies
Support/arrange shipment of equipment to field sites
Support office-based data entry, organization and mapping
Occasionally support reporting and proposal needs
Operating ATVs, UTVs (side-by-side), snowmobiles, 4×4 trucks, etc.

What We’re Looking For:

Required:

Grade 12 diploma
Must have a valid Class G Ontario Driver’s License.
Able to participate in multi-week field programs

Preferred:

Diploma/certificate in an earth sciences discipline (e.g., geology, forestry, environmental science)
Experience and comfort operating and maintaining light equipment (e.g., chainsaws, power tools, light machinery)
Interest in growing a career
Experience and comfort operating off-road vehicles
Ability to manage project workload and meet deadlines
Strong oral and written English communication skills
Adaptable and able to work independently in various environments when required
Team player with good organizational skills
Enjoys unique problem-solving opportunities

Application

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If you don’t see a position that fits your particular skillset but are still interested in a career with Palmer, you may proceed through our application process and we will keep your information on file for future opportunities.