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Senior Hydrogeologist/Water Resource Engineer

By New Gold Inc.

Dead Line: April 20, 2022

Schedule: Monday to Friday; 8 hours shift
 
Position Reports To: Environment, Lands & Permitting Manager
 
Position Overview: Groundwater monitoring, management and modeling is a critical component in Environmental management at New Afton. This role will be integral to ensuring alignment and effective management of water resources across the operation.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
  • Oversight of site ground water monitoring and management programs, including data analysis and supervision of field programs;
  • Working in a team environment to support the Mine Operations and Processing departments to maintain compliance with permits and regulations;
  • Support for the design, implementation and operation of dewatering or groundwater interception systems implemented by the Mine Operations and Processing departments; including coordination of other external consultant efforts in conjunction with the Mine Operations and Processing departments;
  • Oversight of consultant efforts related to ground water modelling, site water quality modelling and water management;
  • Project management and contractor supervision (e.g. installation of monitoring wells and instrumentation);
  • Integrate with the site team to support the site Environmental Management System, inclusive of environmental leadership and operational inspections;
  • Support for ongoing permitting projects.
 
Skills and Abilities 
 
  • A degree in Environmental Engineering or Environmental Sciences with 8-10 years of experience;
  • Registration as a P.Eng. or P.Geo. in British Columbia or eligible to become registered in BC;
  • Design and management of groundwater monitoring programs;
  • Operational experience related to the design, implementation and operation of dewatering or groundwater interception systems;
  • Analysis of groundwater monitoring data;
  • Review of groundwater models;
  • Preparation of Mine Water Balances;
  • Project Management experience.
 
Other Requirements
 
Candidates will be required to participate in a comprehensive qualification process, including:
 
  • Successful completion of pre-placement functional screen
  • Provide proof of a valid Class 5 driver’s license
  • Demonstrate eligibility to work in Canada
  • Provide confirmation of a valid Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science degree and professional registration
 
Compensation
 
A competitive salary, performance bonus plan and benefits will be provided.  This is not a camp operation and therefore the successful candidate will be required to relocate to the Kamloops area or travel and accommodation will be the responsibility of the successful applicant. 
 
Inclusion, Equal Opportunity, Accessibility
 
New Gold is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.  We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors.  Disability-related accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request.
 

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