Water Resources Engineer

Overview

Artemis Gold is a well-financed, growth-oriented gold development company with strong financials aimed at creating shareholder value through the identification, acquisition, and development of gold properties in mining friendly jurisdictions. The Company's current focus is the Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia approximately 160km southwest of Prince George and 450km northeast of Vancouver. The first gold and silver pour at Blackwater was achieved in 2025 and commercial production was declared on May 1, 2025. Artemis Gold trades on TSX-V under the symbol ARTG. For more information visit www.artemisgoldinc.com.

 

Reporting to the Superintendent - Water Management, the Water Resources Engineer is responsible for planning, design, construction, operation, monitoring, and optimizing water management systems and infrastructure across the Blackwater Mine site. The role provides technical leadership in mine water management, hydrology, hydraulics, hydrogeology, water balance modelling, water treatment, civil and mechanical infrastructure, environmental compliance, and capital projects. 

 

Location: Blackwater Mine Site

 

Schedule: Two (2) Weeks On - Two (2) Weeks Off Rotation

Responsibilities

• Champion safe work practices and ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead surface water and groundwater management programs to support mine operations.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize water balance models and forecasting tools.
• Analyze hydrological, hydrogeological, environmental, and operational data to support decision-making.
• Coordinate water monitoring programs, surveys, and field investigations.
• Prepare technical reports, engineering calculations, and regulatory documentation.
• Support permitting, environmental compliance, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Environment, and Technical Services teams to deliver water management solutions.
• Provide technical support for construction, commissioning, inspections, and maintenance activities.
• Design and oversee water management infrastructure, including drainage systems, ponds, reservoirs, pipelines, pumps, and water treatment facilities.
• May be required to maintain a clean-shaven appearance (i.e. no facial hair) to ensure the safe and effective use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) associated with assigned duties.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in mine water management, water resources engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada, or eligibility for registration with EGBC would be considered an asset.
• Bachelor’s degree in Water Resources, Civil, Environmental, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience with hydrology, hydraulics, hydrogeology, water balance modelling, and water treatment systems.
• Proficiency with engineering and modelling software such as GoldSim, Civil 3D, GIS, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, Power BI, or similar tools.
• Strong analytical, project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.

 

Preferred Skills

• Advanced knowledge of water resources engineering, hydrological modelling, and water infrastructure design.
• Experience with dam safety programs and OMS requirements.
• Strong technical writing, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, adaptability, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Master’s degree in Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, or a related field considered an asset.
• Ability to work at a remote location camp on a 2 weeks on/2 weeks off rotation
• Comfortable working and living in close quarters with the team
• Ability to maintain high levels of performance over 12-hour shift
• Ability to lift/move up to 50lbs throughout a work shift 
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions

 

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• RRSP Matching
• Extended Health, Dental & Vision Care
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Programs 

 

 

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, national origin, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, or any other basis protected by law.  We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples. Members of Indigenous communities should clearly identify their status on their resume.