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Water Resources EIT
Job Description
Contact – Dave Banns (dbanns@theheadhunters.ca)
Are you a recent Civil or Environmental Engineering graduate with a passion for the outdoors, a thirst for adventure, and a drive to make a real impact in water resource management? If you're looking to launch your career in a role that blends technical rigor with boots-on-the-ground fieldwork, we want to hear from you.
About Swiftwater Consulting
Founded in 2017, Swiftwater Consulting has rapidly become one of British Columbia’s most sought-after water resource engineering firms, particularly within the mining sector. Their mission is simple yet profound: to understand water and its critical role in the success and sustainability of industrial and environmental projects.
With a team that has supported projects across nearly every continent and climate zone, Swiftwater Consulting is the embodiment of technical excellence, scientific curiosity, and a relentless commitment to quality. They are proud to support the advancement of hydrology and to help clients move their projects forward with confidence.
Swiftwater Consulting Core Practice Areas
- Hydrometric & Climate Monitoring Services
- Hydrologic Analyses & Hydrotechnical Design
- Water & Air Quality Monitoring
- GIS & Hydroinformatics
- Aerial, Ground & Aquatic Surveying
- Mining-Specific Hydrology Studies
- Climate Change Assessments
- Ancillary Environmental Services
We’re seeking an enthusiastic and adaptable Entry-Level Water Resources Engineer or Technician to join Swiftwater Consulting’s Vancouver-based team.
This is a unique opportunity for an EIT registered with EGBC to gain hands-on experience in both field and analytical work, supporting principal engineers and technical specialists.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in the wilderness, enjoys hiking and remote travel, and is eager to build a career in water resources. You’ll be based in their downtown Vancouver office when not in the field, but expected to spend a significant amount of time in some of the most stunning and rugged landscapes in Western Canada—and beyond.
Some of your duties include:
- Field Engineering & Environmental Monitoring
- Plan, prepare, and lead field visits to hydrometric and climate monitoring stations across mining, hydroelectric, and municipal projects.
- Conduct fieldwork in remote locations using helicopters, boats, ATVs, and more.
- Hydrometric and climate station installations
- Snow course surveys
- Limnology and water quality sampling
- River and lake bathymetric surveys
- Flow accretion and dilution zone studies
- Drone-based surveys (thermal, LiDAR, photogrammetry)
- Groundwater and air quality sampling
- Manage field data, complete routine reports, and ensure safety documentation is up to date.
- Conduct QA/QC of environmental and hydrological data.
- Support annual data reporting and baseline environmental characterizations.
- Assist in hydrologic modeling, infrastructure design, and construction supervision.
- Contribute to project documentation, client deliverables, and presentations as your experience grows.
- Civil or Environmental Engineering Degree or Diploma
- Registered as an EIT with EGBC (or eligible)
- Strong technical and practical skills with a resourceful, adaptable mindset
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Exposure to or interest in technical tools such as:
- HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, AutoCAD, Civil3D
- GoldSim, ArcGIS, and database/GIS systems
- Physical ability to lift 50 lbs, work at heights (up to 30 ft), and endure long field days (up to 12 hours)
- Willingness to travel frequently and work in remote, rugged environments
- Passion for water, nature, and environmental stewardship
- Training & Certifications (or willingness to obtain)
- First Aid, Swiftwater Rescue, Fall Protection, Ice Rescue
- Basic Drone Pilot & Boat Operator certifications
- Additional vocational training as needed
- Base Salary between $75,000 - $85,000 depending on experience. Those with higher expectations and experience may also be considered
- Performance bonuses and OT
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Professional development is company funded and encouraged
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Opportunities for international project work
- A collaborative, technically focused team that values curiosity, integrity, and adventure
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. Only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.
Meet Your Recruiter
Dave Banns
MBA, Principal
Recruiting Specialty: Engineering & Operations
As Principal, Dave builds and maintains relationships with our partners. Drawing on over two decades of global recruitment and business development experience, his market knowledge is an invaluable resource to organizations of all sizes. Dave has ambitious goals to work collaboratively with current and new clients to develop cutting-edge, proactive workforce solutions. He has a proven record of exceeding clients’ expectations and cultivating sustainable and mutually-beneficial partnerships.
Dave is also a specialized and consultative recruiter with a focus in Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction and Operations positions. He has a reputation among his clients for implementing unique search strategies to attract top talent and build cohesive teams. Dave has a realistic understanding of how his clients’ businesses function in today’s world and what they will need to thrive in the future. Moreover, he has a deep network, refined ability to spot technical talent and match it with the most suitable company culture.
A former teacher, Dave knows how best to coach and guide individuals he works with. He takes the time to fully understand their goals, encouraging them to develop and follow a career path that is unique to their skills, talents and aspirations. Working with them as their consultant, he opens doors, acting as a conduit between great candidates and high-calibre career opportunities.
Dave holds an MBA in Global Management and a BBA in Marketing. His commitment to community is evident through his enthusiastic support of Big Brothers of Canada and the Make-A-Wish Foundation, as well as his past service as a Board member for The Vancouver Society of Children’s Centres, contributing to the HR & Governance, Finance and Nominations Committees. He is an avid traveler and sports enthusiast who enjoys playing beer-league hockey, golf and skiing. He also dedicates his time to coaching his son's rep ice hockey, baseball and soccer teams.