MANAGER, ENERGY & WATER

Geoscience BC is seeking a professional geoscientist with oil & gas experience, geothermal knowledge,
and strong project management skills to fill a full time one-year contract position of Manager, Energy &
Water.

ABOUT GEOSCIENCE BC

Based in Vancouver, Geoscience BC is an independent, not for profit organization that generates earth
science information in collaboration with resource sectors, governments, First Nations, academia and local
communities. Geoscience BC’s vision is to be a leading partner and provider of credible and relevant earth
science research and data in British Columbia.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Manager, Energy & Water will play a key role in achieving Geoscience BC’s strategic objectives as set
out in our 5-year Strategic Plan, including implementing the Scientific Project Plan. Geoscience BC’s
Strategic Plan is available for download here: http://cdn.geosciencebc.com/pdf/Geocience-BC-Strategic-
Plan-2018-2022.pdf. This contract position may move to a full-time salary position in the future.

The Manager, Energy & Water will:

• report directly to the President & CEO, but will be expected to work under the technical guidance of
the Executive Vice President & Chief Scientific Officer;
• be responsible for implementation, and technical management of Geoscience BC’s energy and
water-related projects and initiatives; and
• act as lead support to the volunteer-based Oil & Gas and Geothermal Technical Advisory
Committees comprised of subject matter experts from industry, government and academia.

EXPECTED QUALIFICATIONS

The Manager, Energy & Water should:

• have a degree in geology or earth science with a minimum of five years of diverse oil & gas
experience, including technical or scientific roles in organizations;
• A professional geoscientist registered (or eligible to be registered) with Engineers and Geoscientists
British Columbia or the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta;
• be technically conversant in all aspects of energy resource development, including geothermal, and
water-related issues associated with resource extraction;
• have strong project management experience and a demonstrated ability to complete technical
projects efficiently, effectively and on-budget;
• have excellent teamwork and communication skills; and
• have an ability to work collaboratively with volunteer technical experts, facilitate large group meetings
and engage with a diversity of partners.

HOW TO APPLY

Geoscience BC is offering competitive remuneration for this exciting one-year contract opportunity. Qualified
candidates should email their cover letter and resume to careers@geosciencebc.com by Friday, August
7, 2020. Thank you to everyone who applies. We will review applications as they are received and will only
contact those selected for interviews. Geoscience BC does not accept unsolicited resumes from search
firms or employment agencies.