Junior or Intermediate Hydrologist - North Vancouver - Hatfield

Description

Junior or Intermediate Hydrologist

Location: North Vancouver, BC or New Westminster, BC

Hatfield has been proudly serving our clients and community for 50 years. We are one of Canada's Top SME Employers 2025, with 250 team members delivering high‑quality environmental and social services to private and public sector clients worldwide. Join a team that makes a difference for the planet.

We are seeking a Junior to Intermediate Hydrologist to join our dynamic Water Resources Group in North Vancouver or New Westminster. The role supports the coordination and execution of field programs and the hydrology components of environmental management projects.

The ideal candidate has training in hydrology, hydrogeology, and climatology and experience leading hydrologic field programs that include station installation. This position offers significant career development and advancement, including the opportunity to train colleagues in reproducible data science.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Hatfield's Health and Safety Management Plan, the law, and client health and safety protocols.
• Prepare for, lead, and/or participate in field programs required for hydrologic data collection and monitoring.
• Mentor junior staff on equipment installation, data collection, and monitoring activities.
• Maintain and calibrate equipment to meet operational and field requirements.
• Compile, manage, and assess hydrologic, water‑use, water‑quality, and other environmental data.
• Support ongoing data‑management and analysis components of assigned projects.
• Support reporting to clients and regulatory agencies, including drafting technical report sections and data summaries.
• Communicate technical information efficiently and effectively (verbal and written).

Education and Experience

• B.Sc. or technical diploma in natural/environmental sciences with formal training in hydrology or physical geography.
• Minimum one year of experience with field programs, including surface‑water or climate monitoring instrumentation or investigation.
• Ability and interest to undertake fieldwork in a range of locations and weather conditions, including remote sites and camp stays.
• Comfortable using technology and a variety of environmental monitoring systems such as dataloggers and software packages.
• Experience in project coordination, field project management, or other project‑management roles.
• Experience and interest in data management, compilation, and analysis.
• Attention to detail and an understanding of the importance of adherence to field SOPs and good data collection practices.

Other Assets / Skills

• Ability to work as part of a team with varying levels of experience while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Ability to work in a dynamic consulting environment that requires flexibility and willingness to work overtime in support of field programs.
• Must be able to drive a pickup truck and have a valid driver's license for the past three years with a clean driving abstract.

What's In It For You

• Friendly and down‑to‑earth work culture
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Biweekly Earned Days Off program
• Matching group retirement plan
• Comprehensive health insurance – medical/dental/vision coverage
• Competitive vacation and special leave
• Professional development opportunities

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

Hatfield is committed to employment equity and workplace diversity. We strive for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity, irrespective of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or disability.

Hatfield acknowledges that our offices are located on the traditional and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples. We also recognize and acknowledge the rights, cultures, interests, and aspirations of the many other Indigenous Peoples who have lived since time immemorial in the places we live and work. Hatfield is committed to building an inclusive workforce that is representative of the populations we serve, and to provide and support career opportunities for Indigenous Peoples. We warmly invite all Indigenous Peoples to apply.

How To Apply

To apply, please submit your CV in confidence through the online form or email: Include "Junior or Intermediate Hydrologist" in the subject line. Only short‑listed candidates will be contacted.

Salary Range: $52k–$100k. We welcome applicants of all levels. Please note that, during our assessment of your qualifications, we retain the right to adjust the seniority classification accordingly.

We will only consider candidates who are authorized to work in Canada at the time of application. Proof of eligibility to work in Canada may be required prior to employment.