Senior Biogeochemist – Mine Water Treatment
Job Description
Our client is seeking a Senior Biogeochemist to lead and support passive mine water treatment projects across a diverse portfolio of mining and energy initiatives. This role combines technical consulting, hands-on testing, and interdisciplinary collaboration to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions.
You’ll contribute to high-impact work by leading system design, data interpretation, and technical guidance while mentoring junior team members. The position is primarily office-based with opportunities for travel to laboratory and client sites, particularly in Saskatoon, for project execution and fieldwork.
Location: Calgary, Vancouver, or Saskatoon (or open to relocation)
Responsibilities:
Lead passive water treatment projects from early-stage studies through pilot, demonstration, and implementation phases
Design and analyze water treatment systems using geochemical, microbiological, and environmental data
Provide science-based risk assessments and modeling to support treatment system development
Interpret water quality datasets, apply calculations, and generate technical summaries for reporting
Oversee the preparation of proposals, figures, tables, and key report elements
Conduct senior-level technical reviews and provide mentorship to team members
Manage project timelines and communicate potential resourcing challenges
Drive improvements in workflow, quality, and team productivity
Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning
Requirements
Lead passive water treatment projects from early-stage studies through pilot, demonstration, and implementation phases
Design and analyze water treatment systems using geochemical, microbiological, and environmental data
Provide science-based risk assessments and modeling to support treatment system development
Interpret water quality datasets, apply calculations, and generate technical summaries for reporting
Oversee the preparation of proposals, figures, tables, and key report elements
Conduct senior-level technical reviews and provide mentorship to team members
Manage project timelines and communicate potential resourcing challenges
Drive improvements in workflow, quality, and team productivity
Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Geochemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Science, Earth Sciences, Microbiology, or related field
Minimum of 10 years of applied experience in geochemical or microbiological analysis within environmental, mining, or water sectors
Demonstrated experience in client-facing advisory roles
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Skills & Experience
Proficiency with spreadsheets, data analysis, and visualization tools
Laboratory and field experience in sampling, instrumentation (e.g., photometers, dosing pumps), and pilot project execution
Ability to interpret and act on scientific measurements in real-time
Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with evolving project needs
Strong team player with a collaborative, adaptable approach
Assets (not required)
Experience with 16s community environmental microbiological analysis
Technical and non-technical writing for diverse audiences
Advanced data interpretation, statistical analysis, and scientific communication
Please submit all resumes to Amy Hawksworth at Hawksworth@catchrecruitment.com