Junior_Intermediate Hydrogeologist
Top Benefits
About the role
Location
Calgary, AB, North Vancouver/New Westminster, BC
About Hatfield
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.
Hatfield is seeking a Junior to Intermediate Hydrogeologist (or a geologist/engineer with interest and experience in groundwater) to become part of our team and provide support to our growing and dynamic multi-disciplinary Water Resource Group. The successful candidate will provide field and technical support for the design and implementation of hydrogeology, hydrology and water resource management components of Hatfield’s energy, oil and gas, mining, municipal, and infrastructure projects in Alberta and British Columbia. This is a full-time permanent position, comprising a combination of office and fieldwork.
Responsibilities
- Design, 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 Experience
- A 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) 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/Skills
- An 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 culture
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Biweekly Earned Days Off (EDO) program
- Matching group retirement plan
- Comprehensive health insurance – medical/dental/vision coverage
- Competitive vacation and special leave
- Professional development and mentorship opportunities
- Relocation allowance
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
Hatfield 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 Apply
To 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.
About Hatfield
Hatfield is proud to celebrate 50 years of serving our clients and our community this year! As one of BC's Top Employers 2024 for our third year, Hatfield provides high-quality environmental and social services for private and public sector clients around the world. Our specialty is in the areas of aquatic ecology, environmental assessment and monitoring, contaminant monitoring, GIS and remote sensing, environmental information systems, biodiversity assessments, social impact assessments, stakeholder consultations, water resources management, wildlife habitat and management, environmental infrastructure design, effects assessment, and international development. We are particularly active in Western Canada, Indonesia, and Southern Africa.
In Canada, Hatfield has offices in North Vancouver, New Westminster, Terrace, Fort St. John, Fort McMurray, and Calgary. Here we provide environmental and social services for industrial clients in the pulp and paper, mining, oil and gas, renewable energy, transportation and municipal infrastructure, forestry, agriculture, and fisheries and aquaculture sectors, as well as for public sector and Indigenous clients. Internationally, Hatfield works closely with international development agencies, multi-lateral funding agencies, non-government organizations (NGOs), and industrial partners through our offices in Bogor, Indonesia, and Botswana, Africa.
We specialize in undertaking complex, multi-disciplinary projects, often in collaboration with networks of local experts and specialists in particular fields. Our work strives to provide cost-effective, sustainable solutions to our clients’ environmental and social needs.
Junior_Intermediate Hydrogeologist
Top Benefits
About the role
Location
Calgary, AB, North Vancouver/New Westminster, BC
About Hatfield
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.
Hatfield is seeking a Junior to Intermediate Hydrogeologist (or a geologist/engineer with interest and experience in groundwater) to become part of our team and provide support to our growing and dynamic multi-disciplinary Water Resource Group. The successful candidate will provide field and technical support for the design and implementation of hydrogeology, hydrology and water resource management components of Hatfield’s energy, oil and gas, mining, municipal, and infrastructure projects in Alberta and British Columbia. This is a full-time permanent position, comprising a combination of office and fieldwork.
Responsibilities
- Design, 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 Experience
- A 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) 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/Skills
- An 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 culture
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Biweekly Earned Days Off (EDO) program
- Matching group retirement plan
- Comprehensive health insurance – medical/dental/vision coverage
- Competitive vacation and special leave
- Professional development and mentorship opportunities
- Relocation allowance
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
Hatfield 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 Apply
To 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.
About Hatfield
Hatfield is proud to celebrate 50 years of serving our clients and our community this year! As one of BC's Top Employers 2024 for our third year, Hatfield provides high-quality environmental and social services for private and public sector clients around the world. Our specialty is in the areas of aquatic ecology, environmental assessment and monitoring, contaminant monitoring, GIS and remote sensing, environmental information systems, biodiversity assessments, social impact assessments, stakeholder consultations, water resources management, wildlife habitat and management, environmental infrastructure design, effects assessment, and international development. We are particularly active in Western Canada, Indonesia, and Southern Africa.
In Canada, Hatfield has offices in North Vancouver, New Westminster, Terrace, Fort St. John, Fort McMurray, and Calgary. Here we provide environmental and social services for industrial clients in the pulp and paper, mining, oil and gas, renewable energy, transportation and municipal infrastructure, forestry, agriculture, and fisheries and aquaculture sectors, as well as for public sector and Indigenous clients. Internationally, Hatfield works closely with international development agencies, multi-lateral funding agencies, non-government organizations (NGOs), and industrial partners through our offices in Bogor, Indonesia, and Botswana, Africa.
We specialize in undertaking complex, multi-disciplinary projects, often in collaboration with networks of local experts and specialists in particular fields. Our work strives to provide cost-effective, sustainable solutions to our clients’ environmental and social needs.