Hydrogeologist Engineer

1w1 week ago

BHP

CL · Full-time

About this role

Escondida | BHP, located in the Atacama Desert, is the world's largest copper producer and a key driver for the clean energy transition. We operate with 100% renewable energy and desalinated water, leading responsible and innovative mining that connects Chile to the global future.

The Hydrogeology Superintendency manages water resources to ensure safe and sustainable mining operations. It develops conceptual and numerical hydrogeological models, prepares monitoring reports for authorities, manages production and observation well drilling, and interacts with areas like Environment, Geotechnics, and Projects.

Day-to-day involves coordinating dewatering and depressurization works with Mine Operations, Development, Planning, Drilling, and contractors. Supervise hydraulic tests including pumping tests, Lefranc, Lugeon, and Slug Tests during well drilling. Manage works across pits, tailings dams, leach pads, dumps, and more.

Join BHP, a global leader in natural resources with operations in over 90 locations. Be part of teams that value bold ideas, diverse strength, and positive impact. Your voice counts, your growth matters, and your work transforms the world.

Requirements

Professional degree in Geology
Desirable postgraduate studies
Knowledge of conceptual and numerical hydrogeological models
Experience with well drilling management and observation wells
Familiarity with hydraulic tests including Lefranc, Lugeon, pumping tests, and Slug Tests
Ability to coordinate with mining operations, geotechnics, environment, and projects
Proficiency in piezometer installation and monitoring

Responsibilities

Coordinate execution of dewatering and depressurization works, establishing action plans with Mine Operations, Development, Planning, Drilling, and collaborating companies
Coordinate, supervise, and manage hydrogeology works in pits, tailings dams, leach pads, dumps, and other areas
Supervise, coordinate, and design hydraulic tests during production well and hydrogeological diamond drilling, including pumping tests, Lefranc tests, Lugeon tests, and Slug Tests
Supervise cleaning, enabling, and development of production wells
Manage and supervise mine dewatering works per operational needs, including pools, sumps, connections, canalizations, and well startups
Manage and follow up safety activities by collaborating companies and internal teams
Install, design, and control installation of vibrating wire piezometers
Prepare reports and reports for internal and external clients