Overview
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We are looking for an experienced Environmental Geochemist to take on a key role within our national environmental team to help our mining and industrial clientele.
Role type
Type of position : Regular
With us, you’ll get the opportunity to
With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...
Responsibilities
- Performing and supervising geochemical characterization studies (ore, tailings, or mine waste rock) and contributing to closure planning
- Assessing the acid rock drainage (ARD) and neutral drainage potential, along with contaminant leaching risks
- Predicting water quality from mine tailings storage facilities
- Defining acceptable mine tailings management methods to prevent or mitigate impacts on water quality and the environment
- Applying a strong understanding of Québec, Canadian, and international regulations related to water management, mine tailings, and mine site reclamation
- Selecting samples and designing, interpreting, and supervising static and kinetic laboratory and field tests, using sound knowledge of chemistry and mineralogy
- Understanding and contributing to the design of passive treatment systems for surface water at mine sites
- Overseeing or supporting geochemical modeling studies using established tools and software
- Support the professional development of team members within the Environment–Geochemistry discipline
- Participate in project meetings, providing technical input in your area of expertise
- Contribute to drafting proposals and developing service offerings
Qualities and values
Entrepreneurial spiritDesire to be in the thick of the actionResults-drivenAbility to share and pass on knowledgeManagerial courageRequirements
University degree in Geology, Geological Engineering or Inorganic Chemistry with a specialization in Mineralogy or in Environmental GeochemistryAt least 10 years of experience in Applied Geochemistry in the fields of environment and mine site characterization and remediation, with some experience in contaminant hydrology or hydrogeochemistryFamiliarity with interpreting static and kinetic testing as well as with key geochemical modelling software, such as WATEQ4F, MINTEQ / MINTEQA2, MINQL, PHREEQE / PHREEQM, HSC Chemistry, CHESSExcellent written and spoken communication skillsExcellent teamwork skills within multidisciplinary engineering teams composed mainly of geotechnical engineers, hydrogeologists and environmental specialistsAsset : Fluent in both French and EnglishBenefits and rewards
Annual base salaryAnnual premium program for regular employeesAccess to a time bankOnsite mobility premiumCellphone ProgramGroup insurance plan starting day one including short-term and long-term disability insurance for regular employees and telemedicine programRetirement saving plan for regular employeesVacation and sick leavePremium offered through the Employee Referral programBBA considers many factors to determine the annual base salary such as, but not limited to : Market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications, and other relevant competencies.
About BBA
For over 40 years, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. At BBA, we develop innovative, flexible and sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution.
BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice (PCB), with a network of 18 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projects that shape tomorrow’s industry at the local, national and international levels.
Our people’s passion and excellence make BBA a Canada’s Best Employer and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
We have unique talents, and we’re committed to providing a workplace where you can be yourself. Job postings are written in gender-neutral language.
Learn more about us by visiting our LinkedIn page and join the networks of our talent attraction specialists to speak with them directly.
Seniority level
AssociateEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
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