Lab Technician; Water Treatment

The Company
BQE Water Inc. are experiencing an exciting period of growth and looking to recruit a talented Lab Technician to join our laboratory team at our brand-new office and lab in Mount Pleasant! Through technical innovation and engineering expertise, we help international mining industry clients to produce clean water, reduce their environmental footprint, potentially extract mineral value from wastewater, and meet stringent government regulations – all will promotion socially acceptable operations with a focus on water as a vital shared resource.

To learn more about the business, please visit

The Position
Core duties include, but are not limited to:

• Setting up experimental apparatus at the start of test campaigns and disassembling, cleaning, and storing equipment once campaigns are completed
• Performing bench‑scale and mini‑pilot testing of treatment processes according to standard procedures and troubleshooting issues as needed
• Assisting lab process engineers with preparing test plans, entering and analyzing test data, and preparing technical lab reports
• Performing safety reviews of test plans and experimental setups and modifying them as required
• Participating in revising and creating laboratory standard procedures
• Performing routine analytical assays such as titrations, Hach spectrophotometry, and pH and ORP measurements
• Preparing and preserving samples for third‑party laboratory analysis, organizing shipping, and acting as sample custodian
• Preparing reagents and standard solutions, handling and storing laboratory chemicals, and organizing waste disposal
• Performing general laboratory tasks, including chemical inventory, cleanup, organization, and safety duties
• Planning work with senior laboratory personnel and reporting progress throughout test programs
• Performing other duties as required

Eligibility Criteria

• Education in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering Technology, Water Quality Technology, or a related field
• 1+ year of hands‑on lab-based experience with wet‑chemistry techniques, analytical instruments, and standard laboratory procedures
• Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes is an asset e.g., sample handling, and SOP‑driven testing
• Strong safety awareness, including chemical handling, hazard identification, and adherence to lab safety protocols
• Attention to detail, reliable record‑keeping, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in lab and field environments.

Compensation Package
In addition to a competitive salary, the individual will receive:

• Health coverage upon hire
• 1-5% GRRSP and a bonus company-funded HSA upon probation completion
• Monthly socials
• Up to $1000 annually in education matching upon 1 year of service
• Twice-monthly CEO Industry Education Sessions (optional)
• Use of brand new workspace with complimentary private staff gym and kitchen refreshments

Compensation
$65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

We’re proud to have a diverse team with a wide range of knowledge and backgrounds, all working together to build a more sustainable future.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and believe your skills and values align with our work, we’d love to hear from you. Introduce yourself by sending a cover letter and resume (PDF format, under 5 MB) to