Environmental Risk Assessor

Terrapex Environmental Ltd.Toronto, ON
CA$80,000 - CA$105,000Hybrid

About The Position

Terrapex is seeking an Environmental Risk Assessor to join their Environmental Services – Risk Assessment team. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives on developing detailed environmental risk assessments, applying scientific expertise, and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team environment. This role offers a salary range of $80,000 – $105,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience and can be based at any of our locations.

Requirements

  • A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field of study such as toxicology, ecology, geology, environmental science, environmental chemistry, or environmental engineering.
  • Between 5 and 10 years of progressive experience in completing human health and/or ecological risk assessments in Ontario, in either a consulting or regulatory setting.
  • Recognition, or the ability to become recognized, by the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks as a Qualified Person for Risk Assessment (“QPRA”) per Section 6 of O. Reg. 153/04.
  • A strong understanding of regulations and standards applicable to environmental risk assessment, including O. Reg. 153/04, RBCA, FCSAP and a basic understanding of other relevant regulations and standards pertinent to supporting investigations (Phase One and Two ESAs, soil vapour sampling, etc.) such as O. Reg. 406/19, Reg. 903, and CSA and ASTM Standards.
  • A solid understanding of toxicology, contaminant fate and transport, vapour intrusion, exposure pathway analysis, and data evaluation as they relate to environmental risk assessment.
  • Knowledge and proficiency with common risk assessment models (e.g., MECP MGRA, Health Canada PQRA, Johnson & Ettinger, RBCA).
  • Strong ability with Microsoft Office suite of programs, including Excel and Word.
  • Proven ability to work within quality/budget/schedule expectations.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) and Conceptual Site Models (CSMs) is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Preparing human health and ecological risk assessments in accordance with regulatory and industry standards;
  • Assisting in the development of risk-based contaminant management strategies for various clients;
  • Communicating with internal and external clients;
  • Review of regulatory and guidance documentation;
  • Analyzing data for trends and completeness, and to determine significance to the project and the client;
  • Reviewing and summarizing Environmental Site Assessment and soil vapour sampling work programs;
  • Development of Risk Assessment Human Health and Ecological Conceptual Site Models;
  • Proper execution of both standard modeling software and internal proprietary models;
  • Compilation of Risk Assessment documentation;
  • Assisting in the provision of technical expertise and advice to project staff;
  • Mentor junior RA team members;
  • Exemplifying the core values and vision and mission statements of Terrapex in all aspects of their work.

Benefits

  • Extended Health & Dental Benefits
  • LTD, Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Company Group RRSP Match
  • Health Care Spending Account
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness Initiatives
  • Generous Personal Time Off
  • Memberships in Professional Societies
  • Support for Professional Designations
  • Bonus Opportunities
  • Flexible Work Arrangements
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