Junior Hydrogeologist, Geologist

Onterris

. Support technical and project delivery on hydrogeology and groundwater projects, including hydrogeological assessments, contaminated site investigations, and regulatory groundwater monitoring programs .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeGuelph • CanadaJunior💰 CA$25 - CA$32 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in hydrogeology and groundwater project delivery, including field experience in groundwater sampling, monitoring well installation, and regulatory compliance with Ontario regulations. Proficient in data analysis, technical reporting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

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Hydrogeological AssessmentsGroundwater SamplingOntario Regulatory KnowledgeTechnical Report PreparationField Experience

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Hard Skills

Groundwater MonitoringAquifer TestingBorehole Drilling OversightData AnalysisConceptual Site Models

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional Team CollaborationCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

AQTESOLVSurferGISLeapfrogFEFLOW

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Geoscientist-in-Training (GIT)Engineer-in-Training

Industry Keywords

Contaminated Site InvestigationsRegulatory Groundwater MonitoringO. Reg. 903O. Reg. 153/04O. Reg. 406/19

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support technical and project delivery on hydrogeology and groundwater projects, including hydrogeological assessments, contaminated site investigations, and regulatory groundwater monitoring programs
Participate in field programs, including soil and groundwater sampling, monitoring well installation, pumping and aquifer testing, and installation and data collection from groundwater monitoring equipment
Assist with borehole drilling program oversight, field logging, and sample chain of custody
Support development of conceptual site models and assist with data analysis, interpretation, and reporting of project results
Assist in preparing technical reports, work plans, and regulatory submissions under the guidance of senior staff
Develop working knowledge of relevant Ontario regulatory requirements
Travel to project sites across Ontario and beyond, with travel requirements of 50% or more depending on project needs
Work in an office environment when not deployed to a field or project site

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to travel up to 50%+
Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel/management
Undergraduate degree in geology, hydrogeology, earth sciences, environmental engineering, or a related field
1–3 years of relevant experience, ideally within a consulting or field-based environment
Working understanding of relevant Ontario regulations, including O. Reg. 903 (Wells), O. Reg. 153/04 (Records of Site Condition), and O. Reg. 406/19 (On-Site and Excess Soil Management)
Groundwater field experience, such as sampling, monitoring well installation, and/or aquifer testing
Working knowledge of industry-standard software packages such as AQTESOLV, Surfer, GIS, etc.
Knowledge of geomodelling and groundwater modelling software such as Leapfrog and FEFLOW considered an asset
Eligibility for registration as a Professional Geoscientist-in-training (GIT) or Engineer-in-Training with a recognized Canadian licensing body considered an asset
Valid and clean class G driver’s license with no restrictions
Ability to sit, stand, and walk
Ability to lift 23 kilograms (50 pounds) several times a day
Ability to perform overhead lifting of over 9 kilograms (20 pounds)
Ability to work outdoors in hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Recruitment process support and accessibility accommodations
Equal opportunity employment