Job Description

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world\xe2\x80\x99s most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 470 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees \xe2\x80\x94 22,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.
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Tetra Tech is currently looking to hire a Senior Geochemist to be based out of our Vancouver office. This is an opportunity to work with world-class engineers dedicated to working on civil and geotechnical engineering projects from conceptual design to final construction. On occasion your expertise may be needed by our parent company on some of their challenging international projects.

Your Role:

• Managing and directing all project phases from project definition to proposal writing, data collection and fieldwork, laboratory management, data analysis, and reporting.
• Contributing to existing geochemistry projects including sampling and geochemical and isotopic characterization of rocks, waters, gases and organic materials.
• Conducting geochemical and hydrochemical fieldwork, data management, QA/QC, data manipulation and geochemical modeling using speciation and mass transport codes.
• Mentoring and training junior scientific staff and technicians.

Qualifications:

• Ten or more years of relevant Geochemical experience and knowledge is required in the areas of Acid Rock Drainage, Metal Leaching potential and overall water quality assessments. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the mining industry
• Candidates must possess one or more relevant science or engineering degrees from an accredited university in mining, geoscience, or geochemistry
• Knowledge and experience with applicable federal and provincial regulations and guidelines, preferably with a working knowledge of BC, Yukon, Nunavut, and Northwest Territories mine permitting processes
• Experience with geochemical modelling software such as PHREEQC, Geochemist\xe2\x80\x99s Workbench, etc.
• Ability to prepare pragmatic defensible technical reports in English in accordance with regulatory guidelines, and to communicate and liaise effectively and credibly with members of regulatory bodies, industry, special interest groups and First Nations are also required.
• Be willing to travel domestically, occasionally in remote and varying environments sometimes with limited communications and logistical support
• Show comprehension and application of strong business ethics and health, safety and environmental principles
• Demonstrated progressive management experience and a desire to build and contribute to an effective team would be an asset
• Previous consulting experience is preferred although not essential.
• Registered or qualified for registration with an applicable professional association.

Additional Information

A requirement of working for Tetra Tech is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)

To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required. As this position may be serving clients that have COVID-19 vaccination requirements for site access, we will be confirming your eligibility to comply with this requirement.

All qualified candidates will be considered for the role and will be eligible for relocation allowance if selected (and are located outside of British Columbia).

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This is a permanent full-time, salaried position. We offer a great place to work, and an engaging culture that is based on innovation, collaboration and integrity. Our compensation plan includes a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package, and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.

About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees\xe2\x80\x9421,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.
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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech\xe2\x80\x99s core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women; First Nations Metis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; and persons with disabilities. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please no phone calls or agencies.