Opportunity in Canada

Schlumberger Water Services specializes in assessing, developing and managing the world's water resources using the most powerful and cost-effective technologies available today. The dedicated team of engineers, earth scientists and other technical specialists provides comprehensive assessments of surface water and groundwater resources, practical engineering solutions for water related projects, and an awareness of environmental and sustainability issues that are key to successful water resource management.

Capitalizing on Schlumberger global presence and support infrastructure, Schlumberger Water Services has successfully completed numerous projects in five continents, helping to meet future water demands in a wide variety of environments and applications.

Principal Mine Hydrogeologist / Project Director - Vancouver, Canada

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in mining operations and related water management with a proven track record for effectively managing people, contractors, and field operations. Your background in hydrogeology, geochemistry, and civil engineering projects will provide you with the insight to plan and execute the best water management strategies for our mining sector clients, deploying best-in-class Schlumberger technologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of technical experts (hydrogeologists, geochemists, modelers, project engineers, and field technicians) for our large mine hydrology projects
• Take a leading role in business development and client relationship management
• Plan, execute, and supervise field programs for groundwater studies and EIA's in mining
• Oversee groundwater characterization studies for open pit and underground mine developments
• Manage the development of site-wide water management solutions throughout the life cycle of a mining project, from the initial planning stages through the operating phase to site closure

Requirements

• 10+ years experience in consulting with field operations experience
• Solid understanding of principles and practice of mine hydrology and mining geochemistry issues, surface and downhole geophysics, and GIS applications
• Professional accreditation eg. P.Eng or P.Geo
• University degree in Earth Sciences or related subject with MSc in hydrogeology
• Track record managing large projects in mining hydrogeology

Applications:

Please send your CV with a covering letter, indicating chosen vacancy and location to water-recruiting@slb.com.