Senior Field Geologist

1h1 hour ago

SNC-Lavalin

Vaughan, CA · Full-time · C$130,000 – C$170,000

About this role

Are you looking for a company that works on major engineering projects all over the world? Do you want to make a difference by improving the daily lives of communities worldwide? Join an inclusive and diverse team as a Senior Field Geologist based in Vaughan, ON.

Note that candidates must have 10+ years of proven Field Geologist experience in Ontario. As a senior member of our geoscience team, you will lead planning, coordination, and execution of complex ground investigations. You will mentor junior geologists and field technicians while overseeing geotechnical instrumentation.

Provide technical guidance and quality assurance across multidisciplinary teams including Hydrogeological, Environmental, and Geomatics. Drive innovation through digital tools and advanced field methodologies. Ensure compliance with HSE standards and improve safety practices proactively.

Support proposal development, client engagement, and project delivery strategies. Work on various major projects in an exciting environment prioritizing work-life balance. Access a wide array of learning opportunities and flexible benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geoscience or Geological Engineering
P.Geo. designation in good standing
Minimum 10 years of progressive field geology experience, preferably in Ontario
Proven leadership in field operations and team management
Strong technical expertise in geotechnical instrumentation and ground investigation techniques
Willingness to travel across Ontario and occasionally out-of-province
Valid Ontario Class G driver’s license

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of complex ground investigations
Mentor and supervise junior geologists and field technicians
Oversee installation and interpretation of geotechnical instrumentation and downhole testing programs
Provide technical guidance and quality assurance across multidisciplinary teams (Hydrogeological, Environmental, Geomatics)
Drive innovation through digital tools and advanced field methodologies
Ensure compliance with HSE standards and proactively improve safety practices
Support proposal development, client engagement, and project delivery strategies

Benefits

Opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients
Exciting environment where work-life balance is important
Wide array of learning and development opportunities
Flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan
Work environment focused on health and safety