Biologist (Contract Sept - Dec 2026)
About The Position
GEMTEC is seeking a temporary full-time Biologist for a contract position from September to December 2026, with a potential to return in Spring 2027. The role is based in their Ottawa, ON office. GEMTEC is an employee-owned, multidisciplinary consulting firm with offices across Atlantic Canada and Ontario, known for its culture and flexibility. This position involves assisting GEMTEC biologists with field investigations and environmental monitoring, as well as contributing to technical reporting and office support. The role requires the ability to perform field duties, which may include travel, working in adverse conditions, moderate lifting, navigating rough terrain, and working extended hours. Collaboration with other professionals and stakeholders is also a key aspect of the role.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science Degree or College Diploma in biology, environmental sciences, forestry, fish and wildlife technology, or other related field.
- Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience, providing support in environmental impact studies, environmental assessments and environmental permitting and approvals.
- Ability to travel throughout Eastern Ontario.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with environmental fieldwork is considered an asset.
- Prior work experience in engineering consulting is considered an asset.
Responsibilities
- Assist GEMTEC biologists with a variety of field investigations and environmental monitoring activities, including: Ecological Land Classification surveys, Headwater Drainage Feature assessments, Fish salvage operations, Species at Risk assessments and surveys, Construction and infrastructure project environmental monitoring.
- Capable of carrying out field duties, which may at times require travel, working in adverse conditions (weather, bugs, etc.), moderate lifting, travelling over rough terrain and working extended hours (evenings/nights, early morning).
- Assist with the preparation of technical reports and environmental documentation, including: Compilation, entry, and management of field data, Environmental Impact Statements, Tree Conservation Reports, Fish Habitat Assessments, Species at Risk Screening Assessments, Field Summary Memoranda, Environmental Permitting, Construction monitoring reports.
- Collaborate with other professionals in related fields such as environmental scientists, engineers, planners, regulatory authorities, and project stakeholders.
Benefits
- Full-time hourly position
- Hourly pay rate of $26 - $32 per hour depending on experience
- Flexible work arrangements including a hybrid model – partial in office, field work and remote working options available
- Work on meaningful environmental projects
- Join a growing company with opportunity for future employment
- Work/life balance including a 37.5 hour work week
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
