The Position:
This is a position for someone looking to take their career to the next level. We’re looking for a hydrogeologist, engineer or geoscientist with 5 to 10 years or more of experience in environmental consulting or engineering.

The position includes a mix of field and office assignments with tasks such as oversight of well drilling and testing programs, field investigations, data compilation and analysis, project management, and report and proposal writing.

General qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s or post-graduate degree in hydrogeology, earth science, environmental engineering or similar.

• A desire to practice hydrogeology—groundwater and water resource management is what we do.

• Professional status with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (P.Geo./P.Eng.) or late stage in-training status.

• Professional experience in BC and a strong understanding of the WSA, GPR, and MWR are key to this role.

If you’re familiar with these acronyms, it’s a great sign that you have the level and type of experience we’re seeking. Western Water’s practice area includes groundwater supply exploration and production well drilling, well field management, source water protection planning, water licensing and groundwater impact assessment. We also support wastewater and stormwater projects where infiltration is involved, and work in the areas of dewatering and drainage.

What We Offer:

Western Water is a technically strong, specialist consulting firm with a small company feel and casual working environment. You will know all your colleagues and interact with company leadership. Our goal is to provide a work environment that supports your hydrogeological curiosities and career goals while encouraging you to make it to the ski hill on powder days. Employee owned, we believe in sharing the responsibility and rewards of ownership. Equity ownership is a possibility for proven team members.

Compensation:

$80,000 to $130,000 Annual Salary.
Actual salary will depend on experience, qualifications etc.

You will have direct and frequent access to senior staff, professional guidance and mentorship, opportunities for professional development, both internally with one of the largest standalone hydrogeology groups in the Province, and externally. You can expect to work in a wide variety of hydrogeology areas including water supply, groundwater monitoring, flowing artesian wells, environmental impact assessments, wastewater and stormwater disposal. Our competitive compensation package includes wellness benefits, RRSP Plans, extended health benefits and profit sharing. Location: This current opportunity will be based out of our Vernon head office in British Columbia’s northern Okanagan Valley. Vernon is a vibrant and growing community offering abundant recreational opportunities in all four seasons and an excellent community to grow and raise a family. Vernon is located 40 minutes north of Kelowna and provides easy access to the best cultural experiences the region has to offer, as well as the Kelowna International Airport and UBC Okanagan.

Contact: Please submit your information to hr@westernwater.ca.

Western Water Associates Ltd.  is always seeking expressions of interest from intermediate to senior biologists to join our team, providing biological and other field services to our client base of engineering consultants, municipalities, First Nations, and industry.

WWAL has three offices in Victoria, Vernon and Prince George, staffed with highly motivated and experienced professionals. For the right candidate with applicable experience and contacts, positions could be available in any of these locations. Our environmental team provides services in terrestrial and aquatic biology, environmental impact assessments, permitting, and environmental monitoring.

Who we are looking for: The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in biology and environmental science, along with a desire to become part of the community that supports their livelihood. They will be comfortable completing fieldwork across British Columbia while maintaining positive, professional relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and other project partners. Experience with biophysical assessments and environmental science is required, along with confidence working outdoors in a variety of field conditions.

Qualifications‍ ‍

• Diploma, Bachelor’s degree or Graduate degree in biology, freshwater science, or equivalent

• A minimum of 4 years of post-graduation experience in a consulting, local government or regulatory environment

• A solid background in environmental assessment, environmental monitoring, and fisheries assessment

• Ability and willingness to work in adventurous locations across BC

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Professional registration or eligibility to register with the BC College of Applied Biology, or other professional designation is an asset.

Location:

The bulk of our biology services are staffed out of our Vernon office. The potential exists to join our team in the Okanagan, or for experienced and motivated candidates, the opportunity exists to help build and expand our practice in Prince George or Victoria.

The Company:

WWAL offers multiple employee perks including wellness benefits, RRSP Plans, health benefits and profit sharing. More importantly we offer a work environment that supports your environmental science curiosities, while encouraging you to make it to the ski hill on powder days.

Contact:

HR@westernwater.ca We thank all respondents for their interest, however only those candidates selected for follow-ups will be contacted