31 Jan
WSP USA
Calgary
Location: Calgary
We are a global leader in the Earth and Environment sector, made stronger with the recent acquisition of Golder.
Globally headquartered in Montreal, where it all began, we proudly serve communities from coast to coast and beyond.
With Golder now part of our WSP team, we have over 14,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.
As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources, expertise,
and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from marine biologists to geophysicists to geotechnical engineers and more. [AB1]
The Opportunity: At WSP, we're continuing to grow and develop our expertise in Earth and Environment, operating as a trusted advisor and technical expert for engineering and environmental projects for our clients across multiple industries.
Our team is growing, and as a result we're adding a
Junior Hydrogeologist
to our group.
As part of the team in Prairies and North, you'll be responsible for driving forward our ambitious plans to enhance our
Earth and Environment
service offerings in Alberta (and beyond) through your work with a close-knit team of engineering specialists, professionals, and technical staff.
Why 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
A day in the life: You'll assist project managers / technical leads with the execution of a broad range of hydrogeology technical services which may include involvement in the groundwater components of Environmental Impact Assessments for the oil sands industry, baseline hydrogeological studies, mine dewatering projects, and groundwater supply projects
You'll support with the preparation and execution of hydrogeological field investigation programs that may include: drilling with various types of rigs, coring, lithological logging, monitoring or pumping well installation, single and multi-well aquifer pumping or injection testing, water sampling, and dissolved gas sampling
You'll manage and use data collected in the field to complete project reporting, which may include: completion of data analysis, borehole logs,
data tables, and hydrogeological analysis
You'll demonstrate a “Safety First” focus and acting as a role model to other staff
You'll follow and understand the health and safety policies and procedures of WSP and our clients
You'll take an active role in working with a mentor and other team members to support your individual career progression and growth
We'd love to hear from you if you have ...
At a minimum a Bachelor's degree in Geology/Hydrogeology, Environmental Engineering or Civil Engineering, may also have demonstrated course work or thesis in physical hydrogeology and/or geochemistry and geophysics
Eligibility to become licensed as a Professional Engineer or Professional Geoscientist in the Province of Alberta (or equivalent)
Zero to four years of experience, preferably with mining and/or oil and gas industries
Are excited to better understand how hydrogeological data is collected and how this data supports interpretation of the site's hydrogeological setting, through hands on field experience to both remote and local project sites
Some practical field experience with physical hydrogeology including borehole logging, monitoring well installation, hydraulic conductivity testing, or water sampling would be an asset
Demonstrated ability to work in the field with small teams, work under the supervision of more senior staff, and the ability to work independently
Solid organizational skills (prioritization, time management, record keeping, follow up, tracking)
Consistent attention to detail
Strong communication and technical writing skills
Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle (if hired, a driver's abstract is required)
Ability to pass drug and alcohol screening tests
WSP
is one of the world's leading professional services firms.
Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe.
In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At
WSP
:
We value our people and our reputation
We are locally dedicated with international scale
We are future focused and challenge the status quo
We foster collaboration in everything we do
We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP.
Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview.
This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity.
Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.
For more information please
READ THE FULL POLICY. (https://www.wsp.com/en-CA/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies)
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