Environmental Scientist
About The Position
We are currently looking for an Environmental Scientist to join our Environment Services team in a temporary position ending on June 28, 2027. Reporting to the Manager – Environmental (Hydro & Wind), you will be accountable for the provision of the Environmental Management System (EMS) and environmental science expertise with a focus on Power Generation (Hydro) across Nova Scotia Power, including but not limited to supporting Hydro and Wind Operations teams in maintaining environmental compliance and executing operational environmental studies and projects. Key elements of this role include: Responsibilities As an Environmental Scientist, as they pertain to environmental support for hydro operations and capital projects include, but are not limited to: Supporting environmental studies and regulatory approvals, including liaising with consultants and regulators and collaborating with internal NSPI groups and Environmental Services staff Supporting engagement and consultation with the Mi’kmaq of NS Providing environmental expertise, guidance and support to NSPI, including participating in regular meetings and updates, reviewing engineering designs and consultant reports, understanding current environmental guidelines and regulatory considerations, and advising on potential environmental impacts and mitigation. Supporting project activities, including the development and implementation of plans to mitigate, minimize and monitor environmental effects, providing field expertise, site supervision and auditing of contractor services, regulatory engagement and reporting. Supporting environmental monitoring, studies, and compliance programs Preparing and presenting environmental information for employee and/or contractor orientations and training Data collection, analysis and preparation of reports for regulatory departments/agencies in support of regulatory approvals, compliance monitoring and environmental monitoring. Organize, track and communicate environmental regulatory requirements, timelines and associated budgets.
Requirements
- Completed an Environmental Technologist, Bachelor of Science degree (preferably in Biology/Ecology) or a Bachelor of Engineering degree.
- A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience.
- You possess a high level of professionalism, a strong work ethic, and demonstrated communication, problem solving, and analytical skills.
- You are a self-motivated team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks and make independent decisions in a timely manner.
- The successful candidate will have the ability to report clearly on outcomes to all members of NSPI/Emera.
- You hold a valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in some of the following areas is preferred: capital project construction, environmental monitoring (fieldwork), Indigenous Engagement, Environmental legislation at Provincial and Federal levels and report/data analysis and interpretation.
- Experience in some of the following areas is considered an asset: wetland identification, watercourse alteration, fish and fish habitat, species at risk, use of mapping tools (e.g. GPS/GIS), construction monitoring, ISO 14001 environmental management systems and database management.
Responsibilities
- Supporting environmental studies and regulatory approvals, including liaising with consultants and regulators and collaborating with internal NSPI groups and Environmental Services staff
- Supporting engagement and consultation with the Mi’kmaq of NS
- Providing environmental expertise, guidance and support to NSPI, including participating in regular meetings and updates, reviewing engineering designs and consultant reports, understanding current environmental guidelines and regulatory considerations, and advising on potential environmental impacts and mitigation.
- Supporting project activities, including the development and implementation of plans to mitigate, minimize and monitor environmental effects, providing field expertise, site supervision and auditing of contractor services, regulatory engagement and reporting.
- Supporting environmental monitoring, studies, and compliance programs
- Preparing and presenting environmental information for employee and/or contractor orientations and training
- Data collection, analysis and preparation of reports for regulatory departments/agencies in support of regulatory approvals, compliance monitoring and environmental monitoring.
- Organize, track and communicate environmental regulatory requirements, timelines and associated budgets.
Benefits
- Hybrid work model.
- A comprehensive benefits plan
- 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue
- Access to a free on-site fitness centre
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Parental leave top-up plan
- Wellness benefits
- Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies
- A focus on employee development
- Available sponsored education programs
- Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work
- Mentoring opportunities
- Fundraising-matching
- Volunteer programs
- Various committees and employee resource groups
- Scholarships for children of employees
- Short-term incentive plan
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
