We understand that you have choices when it comes to your career. That's why we work hard to create a culture that offers employees meaningful career development opportunities and experiences. Our values are at the core of everything we do:

- A collaborative, inclusive, and safety-focused work environment.
- A comprehensive, cost-shared benefits program that supports your physical and mental well-being.
- Innovative savings and investment programs to help you achieve your financial goals-whether paying off student loans or saving for the future.

About the Role

Our projects are diverse and include geotechnical/civil engineering, QA/QC construction monitoring, drill monitoring, geo-environmental monitoring, site investigations, foundation inspections, and soil and concrete lab testing. We work across various industries, from open-pit mining environments to municipal infrastructure projects.

These full-time, field-based roles require a strong alignment with Terracon's core values: Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, and Entrepreneurism (S.I.T.E.). We are committed to your professional growth, offering technical and leadership development opportunities that help expand your skills and competencies.

We are currently hiring individuals with a Geoscience background to work on a multitude of differing drilling, mining, heavy civil and municipal projects. We anticipate this position to have a Fall 2026 start date.

Job Responsibilities

Geology and Geotechnical

- Drill monitoring and geological logging
- Core description and sampling
- Geotechnical investigations, sampling and installations
- Groundwater monitoring
- Pump testing




- Soil/surface-water sampling
- Environmental field programs

Construction and QA/QC

- Soil, aggregate, and concrete testing
- Earthwork inspections
- Piling monitoring
- Construction quality assurance

Project Delivery

- Technical reporting
- Data collection and interpretation
- Building and maintaining client relationships
- Project scheduling and documentation

What We Look For

We are seeking individuals with:
- A degree/diploma in Geology or Earth Science, Geoscience, Geo Environmental or an equivalent combination of education and /or field experience.
- Legal authorization to work in Canada.
- A valid driver's license and a driver abstract in valuable standing.
- Individuals who can complete physical field work and pass a fitness-for-work test.
- Individuals that are capable of working in safety-sensitive environments and can meet drug and alcohol testing requirements.
- Individuals who want to learn, share, and grow themselves and the business.

Additional Assets

- Experience in a technical field-based role is an asset, as is experience in the geoscience industry.
- Proficiency in off-road 4x4 driving and winter conditions.
- BSO/CSO, H2S & CCIL certification.
- Membership with ASET or APEGA are considered additional advantages.
- Opportunities are primarily based in Fort McMurray.
- Fieldwork includes 12-hour shifts (day/night) in various project environments.

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Terracon is an equal-opportunity employer. We recognize that women and other underrepresented groups may hesitate to apply if they don't meet every requirement.

📌 Geoscientist (Fort McMurray)
🏢 Terracon Geotechnique
📍 Fort McMurray