We are an expanding progressive surface land and environmental consulting firm with an interest in oil and gas, forestry, mining, energy, and agricultural industries, as well as municipal authorities throughout Alberta, British Columbia, and Canadas north. We employ a team of over 85 staff members located in our Fairview, Grande Prairie, Fort St. John, and Terrace offices, and we offer interdisciplinary expertise to develop environmental solutions for our clients throughout western Canada. For over 40 years, we have directly assisted clients in regulatory application and have provided consulting expertise on environmental legislation, regulations and guideline compliance related to project planning, development, and reclamation. We know great things happen when smart people with equal amounts of talent and determination come together to create what could not be done alone. Help us do great things!
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate of a recognized Post Secondary institution or college the field of Biology, Ecology, or Environmental Sciences
5+ years of relevant environmental consulting experience (in NE BC oil and gas preferred)
This position requires membership, or eligibility for membership, in the BC College of Applied Biologists (preferred) or the BC Institute for Agrologists
Highly proficient in MS Word, Excel, and other MS Office programs
Current Safety Tickets (i.e., First Aid, H2S) preferred
Valid Class 5 Drivers License
Canadian Citizen or Permanent Residency
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Ability to coordinate project planning, logistics, and preparation for field work
Understanding of applicable environmental regulations, guidelines, and associated industry practices within BC
Familiar with BC Energy Regulator regulations
Technical experience with BCs vegetation and wildlife species
Strong commitment to health and safety leadership
Excellent attention to detail, well organized, and reliable
Ability to manage time and priorities effectively
Ability to collect, manage, and report on accurate and up-to-date field information
Ownership attitude and accountability for completing tasks on time and on budget
Resourcefulness, constantly troubleshooting, knows the tools available and uses them appropriately
Strong oral communication skills, can effectively communicate with clients, peers, suppliers, and contractors
Strong written communication and technical report writing skills
Ability to work under harsh environmental and weather conditions on occasion
Physically fit
A team player!
RESPONSIBILITIES
Interface with staff and clients to setup, manage, and report on environmental services related to upstream oil and gas
facilities and regulatory requirements
Assist with building and maintaining positive client relationship focused on providing top quality service and project
management excellence
Take direction from and supports senior staff to achieve project and business goals
Mentors junior staff
Contribute to projects with focus on data collection/processing, increasing role in analysis/interpretation, reporting and
project management
Assist with and/or lead field assessments as required on oil and gas facilities on crown land, including watercourse, wetland,
vegetation, soil, timber, and wildlife assessments, including travel
Conduct baseline field studies, construction monitoring, site reconnaissance, field biological surveys, client meetings, etc.
Undertake assignments that may involve travel and periods of time away from home office (camp/shift work on occasion)
Complete technical reporting for Pre-Construction Site Assessments, Schedule A Soil Assessments, Fish Habitat
Assessments, Watercourse Classification & Mitigation Reports, Wetland Classification & Mitigation Reports, Wildlife
Assessments and Wildlife Habitat Features Reports, Environmental Protection Plans, and reclamation reports
COMPENSATION
Full Time Position
Local and Remote Work Options
Competitive Wage ($40.00 to $60.00 per hour)
Paid Vacation and Personal Days
Group Life and Health Benefits
Wellness Program
Training Opportunities
RRSP and Employer Contributions
Compensation packages will be determined based on candidates experience, education, and overall suitability for position.
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