Junior Geochemist- Environmental or Geoscientist

Fredericton, NB

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. (KCB) is seeking a Junior Geochemist to support our mining and environmental consulting services out of Fredericton, NB. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a close-knit group of motivated professionals, develop your critical thinking skills, and leave a positive impact on the environment through progressive design and construction projects.

What you would be a part of:

Our focus is on the application of critical thinking to the management of mine waste and water and the protection of the environment. If you continue your career journey with us, you would be part of our Mining Environmental Group (MEG). MEG’s primary centers for geochemical and environmental work are Sudbury ON and Fredericton NB.

The role of Junior Geochemist will provide you with the opportunity to:

• Assist with field monitoring programs individually or as part of a field team, including environmental studies (e.g., water sampling, geochemical sampling, hydrology, and hydrogeology) at local and remote sites.

• Use geochemical principles to perform data analyses of rock, soil, and water samples – including using geochemical and/or statistical models – to understand long-term water quality trends.

• Identify potential risks associated with mining activities to guide development of mitigation measures.

• Prepare reports, presentations, and regulatory submissions to communicate findings and recommendations to senior geochemists and project engineers.

What we require:

We respect the knowledge and experience you have gained to date and are willing to help you build on it. We do however request the following minimum qualifications:

• A bachelor degree in Geology, Earth Science, or Environmental Geoscience specializing in Geochemistry or equivalent; specialization in Hydrogeology/Contaminant Transport is also an asset.

• Preference will be given to candidates with graduate degrees.

• 0-3 years of relevant experience or professional internships.

• Eligibility for registration as a professional (e.g., EIT or GIT).

• Availability for field work and business travel, including to remote locations.

• Effective written and verbal communication.

• Valid driver’s license allowing for unrestricted driving of cars, vans, or small trucks, (e.g., Class 5 or Class G in Ontario).

• Ability to acquire a valid international passport.

We are looking for candidates with:

• An eagerness to learn and grow.

• Self-starters who take initiative.

• An aptitude for attention to detail.

• Problem-solving skills.

• A strong commitment to safety, taking ownership of Health & Safety protocols.

• Respect for applying a high standard of professional and scientific rigor to all projects and deliverables.

• Attributes to become a strong team player and consultant.

In addition, you will excel in the role if you have the following:

• A desire to be mentored.

• Experience driving pickup trucks and ATV’s with a clean 5-year driving record.

• Experience outdoors and knowledge or experience with field sampling for surface water, groundwater, soil, rockfill and bedrock.

• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (French and Spanish language skills are an asset).

• Familiarity with or interest in geochemical modeling software such as PHREEQC and Geochemist’s Workbench, and other software tools like Python, R, GIS, database software, Power BI, Goldsim, Leapfrog, Openground, and/or statistical packages.

Along with continued career development, KCB also offers:

• Hybrid work opportunities

• Competitive wages

• Parental Leave program

• Vacation policy that aligns to your experience

• Paid volunteer time, overtime, and sick days

• Professional registration support

• Retirement planning and flexibility through group RRSP options

• Flexible health benefits, including social and mental well-being initiatives

• A track record of profitability through PSMJ’s architecture, engineering, and construction business performance support

• Commitment to global Environmental, Social, and Governance standards

About Us

We are a global organization committed developing a respectful workplace founded on the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to be a workplace where our employees, clients, and the communities in the regions we operate, feel valued and are treated equitably. We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you.

We encourage applications from all qualified career seekers, regardless of gender, sex, religion, or nationality. We offer professional career development tracks and salaries commensurate with experience and an attractive benefits package and thank all candidates for applying; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

To learn more about projects you could be a part of check out Projects - KCB (klohn.com) and our Careers page for more details.