Environmental Risk Assessor

Terrapex Environmental Ltd.•Toronto, ON

17h•CA$80,000 - CA$105,000•Hybrid

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.