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Geoscientist or Environmental TechnologistAt R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited, were passionate about shaping sustainable communities through responsible and innovative environmental solutions. Were looking for a Geoscientist or Environmental Technologist to join our Development Hydrogeology Group, based in either our Pickering or Hamilton office.If youre eager to grow your career, work outdoors, and apply your technical expertise to real-world projects, this is an excellent opportunity to join a respected, multidisciplinary consulting firm with a collaborative and supportive team culture.What Youll DoYoull work alongside experienced hydrogeologists and engineers on a variety of land development and hydrogeology projects. Your work will include both hands-on fieldwork and data-driven office tasks, such as:Overseeing drilling programs and monitoring well installationsConducting soil sampling, descriptions, and borehole loggingPerforming groundwater and surface water monitoring, infiltration testing, and hydraulic conductivity testingCompiling and analyzing field and lab dataSupporting project coordination, reporting, and data management activitiesThis is a great opportunity to develop practical skills while working toward professional registration as a P.Geo., P.Eng., or C.E.T.What You BringWere looking for someone who is curious, detail-oriented, and thrives on both independent fieldwork and collaborative problem-solving. The ideal candidate will have:A degree in Environmental or Earth Sciences (with a focus on hydrogeology, soils, surface water, or groundwater) or an Environmental Technology diploma23 years of experience in environmental consulting or hydrogeologyProficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysisExperience (or interest) using aquifer test analysis and borehole logging software (e.g., AquiferTest, gINT)Eligibility or progress toward P.Geo., P.Eng., or C.E.T. designationA valid Ontario drivers licence and access to a vehicleThe ability to work independently and outdoors in all seasonsStrong organization, communication, and teamwork skillsIf youre ready to take the next step in your career and grow with a company that values curiosity, collaboration, and technical excellence, wed love to hear from you.Why Choose Burnside?Are you interested in working for an employer with a 5-decade track record of building a great reputation both internally with their staff and externally with their clients? The Burnside team is a supportive group of colleagues that work together to provide value and service to our clients, while extending care to each other. We know that our employees are our greatest asset, and thus we strive to provide a positive work/life balance.We offer:A collaborative culture where friendship, honesty and respect are part of our core values and practicesFlexible working hours and office locations, including hybrid working opportunitiesA competitive compensation and benefits packageRRSP company matching planCareer growth and professional development opportunitiesPotential for performance-driven bonusingA welcoming, positive, and inclusive work environmentWe are an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity in the workplace, and we welcome resumes from all qualified candidates. Burnside will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the entire recruitment, assessment, and selection process, as required. If you are a person with a disability and require an accommodation during these processes, please contact our Human Resources department.Company Profile More about us:Founded in 1970, R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited is a growing values-driven employee-owned multidiscipline engineering and environmental consulting firm with over 450 staff. Our consistent commitment towards investing in technology advancements and training, in addition to encouraging and promoting professional development, has enabled our firm to meet our ongoing and stated goal of continual improvement.We actively seek to develop relationships with a broad and diversified client base in the Public, Private and Indigenous sectors.We work on a variety of projects throughout Canada, with 11 office locations in Ontario and one in Manitoba.Burnside has expertise in many technical disciplines beyond our core civil engineering focus including air and noise, asset management, building sciences, environmental planning and ecology, GIS, hydrogeology, land development, landscape architecture, municipal drainage, solid waste, stormwater management, structures, transportation planning and design, water and wastewater and well drilling & diagnostics. #J-18808-Ljbffr