Environmental Engineer or Scientist - Emergency Response

GHD Group Pty Ltd • Edmonton, AB

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join our dynamic Emergency Preparedness and Response Team in the Canada West region as an Environmental Engineer/Scientist – Emergency Response. This role offers a unique experience within our Environmental Group, working in a matrix business with skilled professionals across North America. You will be part of a collaborative environment with opportunities for specialization and advancement. The role can be based out of our Edmonton or Calgary, AB offices. We are seeking curious individuals who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways. As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.

Requirements

• B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental, Civil, Geological, Chemical or equivalent))
• 2 - 3 years of experience required, co-op experience would be considered a benefit
• Flexible work schedule, ability to work weekends, holidays and nights when required
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are vital to this role in order to effectively express technical information to multiple audiences including subcontractors, field staff, clients, colleagues, etc.
• Work as a team member to exceed client expectations
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• High level of attention to detail, analytical skills along with time management skills to be able to meet deadlines
• Field work will require working long hours, working in inclement weather conditions, and lifting up to 50 lbs, when required
• Willingness and desire to travel, with the ability to work remotely and internationally

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a consulting environment would be an asset
• Eager to invest time and energy into exciting projects in return for accelerated career growth and development.
• Volunteer for opportunities to participate and learn as much as possible predominantly through project based learning
• Open to travel and outdoors work in remote areas

Responsibilities

• Be available 24/7 to assist with providing on-site professional services for emergency spill response for clients in Canada West and across Canada.
• Assist in preparing emergency response plans, participate in emergency exercises, and provide training to clients.
• Work with various business groups within the region to accomplish urgent client deliverables and tasks.
• Participate in emergency spill response projects.
• Responsible for contractor oversight tasks including containment/confinement of spills, drilling, monitoring well installation, soil excavation, product removal, stream rehabilitation, site restoration, etc.
• Conduct water level monitoring, groundwater sampling, surface water sampling, and soil sampling.
• Drone/UAV operation and surveying.
• Industrial hygiene air monitoring and sampling.
• Assist with preparation of proposals, work plans, reports, and regulatory submissions on behalf of clients.
• Create progress updates and draft reports to be reviewed by supervisor or project manager.
• Process, analyze, and present data for review by project manager.
• Assist in the preparation of project related memorandums and reports.
• Assist other team members and project managers with report writing.
• Research regulatory information using various resources.

Benefits

• Attractive career and professional development through the GHD Business School
• Hybrid work model: combine in-office collaboration and flexibility, join us in the office three days a week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level