Glencore Sparwood, British Columbia, Canada

Geoscientist or Engineer, Groundwater
Elk Valley Resources (EVR), a division of Glencore, operates four steelmaking coal mines with more than 5,000 employees in the Elk Valley. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

We are looking for a qualified qualified to join our team and support groundwater investigations that support mining operations, regional environmental performance and compliance.

Application Deadline: January 5, 2026

Responsibilities

Plan, supervise, and implement groundwater investigations to support mining operations and compliance.

Coordinate and supervise internal groups and external contractors/consultants in hydrogeological and hydrological assessments, including groundwater and surface water investigations.

Ensure projects adhere to scope and Health, Environment, Safety and Community (HESC) commitments.

Integrate groundwater and surface water data into conceptual site models.

Lead field investigations, data collection, inspections, and audits to inform management decisions.

Provide technical review for hydrogeological reports, permit applications and support implementation of water quality management and mitigation.

Prepare and submit technical reports to meet regulatory and other commitments, and present technical information to a variety of audiences.





Support engagement and maintain relationships with government agencies, Indigenous groups and local communities of interest.

Mentor, train and provide technical direction to mine sites and other business units.

Conduct analysis and quality assurance/quality control of data.

Qualifications

Degree or diploma in Engineering or Science (geology, hydrogeology, hydrology, environment or related field).

Registered or eligible to register for a P.Geo or P.Eng professional designation.

Minimum seven years of experience in hydrogeology, water quality monitoring, groundwater monitoring and studies, or water management.

Knowledge of groundwater modelling, water and constituents load balance assessments and water quality management.

Experience in large‑scale groundwater investigations and monitoring programmes.

Knowledge of relevant federal and provincial legislation, standards and industry best practices.

Proficiency in environmental data management, analysis, reporting and environmental databases (e.g., EQuIS, GIS).

Experience supervising consultants and contractors.

Valid Class 5 driver’s licence or equivalent.

Benefits

Two annual bonus plans.

Comprehensive benefits plan.

Retirement package.

Health lifestyle account.

Employment type: Full‑time
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries: Mining

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📌 Geoscientist or Engineer, Groundwater (British Columbia)
🏢 Glencore
📍 British Columbia