Hydrogeologist
Mining Operation (Restart & Development Phase)

The Opportunity
An established mining operation is seeking a Hydrogeologist to lead groundwater and dewatering investigations supporting restart planning and execution.

This role is central to understanding groundwater conditions, developing dewatering strategies, and managing hydrogeological risk as the operation progresses toward restart and long-term production. The position combines hands-on fieldwork, technical analysis, groundwater modeling, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams and external consultants.

This opportunity is well suited for a hydrogeologist who enjoys operating in technically complex environments and contributing directly to mine design and execution decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Lead hydrogeological investigations and dewatering studies
Design and evaluate dewatering strategies to support mine development and operations
Oversee field programs including drilling, well installation, monitoring, and pump testing
Develop and interpret conceptual and numerical groundwater models
Manage hydrogeological data, reporting, and documentation
Coordinate with mine engineering, geology, and environmental teams
Manage consultants, contractors, and technical study scopes
Support permitting, regulatory engagement, and compliance requirements
Identify and manage groundwater-related risks that could impact restart timelines

Reporting Relationships

Reports to a Studies Project Manager or Technical Services Lead
Works closely with engineering, geology, and environmental teams
Leads hydrogeological consultants and field contractors

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Geological Engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience in hydrogeology, preferably within mining or large industrial projects
Experience with groundwater modeling and dewatering system design
Proficiency with hydrogeological software (e.g., MODFLOW, Leapfrog Hydro, AQTESOLV)
Understanding of groundwater regulations and permitting processes
Willingness to be site-based during critical phases of work

A Note on Fit
We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!
Contact
Heather Simoens
970-209-2890
Heather@MRCrecruiting.com