Graduate Technical Consultant, Environmental Scientist

Worley•City of Cold Lake, AB

10d•Onsite

About The Position

At Worley Consulting, our Environmental & Sustainability team partners with clients to responsibly manage environmental liabilities, restore impacted sites, and support sustainable outcomes across the full asset lifecycle. We combine technical excellence, practical field experience, and innovative thinking to help our clients navigate complex environmental challenges while meeting regulatory requirements and long-term stewardship goals. As a Junior Environmental Scientist, Engineer, or Technologist, you will play an important role in delivering field-based environmental programs that support remediation, decommissioning, reclamation, and environmental monitoring projects. Working alongside experienced environmental professionals, you will gain hands-on experience collecting high-quality environmental data, supporting field investigations, and contributing to projects that create measurable environmental outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career environmental professional looking to build practical field experience, develop technical expertise, and grow within a collaborative consulting environment that values safety, professional development, and continuous learning.

Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Earth Sciences, Environmental Technology, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
Typically 1–2 years of environmental consulting or environmental field experience is preferred; recent graduates with relevant field training, internship with a strong interest in field environmental work are encouraged to apply.
Foundational understanding of environmental science principles, site assessment methodologies, and environmental monitoring programs.
Experience or familiarity with environmental sampling techniques for soil, groundwater, surface water, and related environmental media.
Ability to collect, record, and validate accurate field data while maintaining data quality and integrity.
Familiarity with environmental field equipment and standard sampling procedures.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic field environment.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities with a practical, solutions-focused approach.
Ability to work independently in the field while also contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
Clear written and verbal communication skills and a willingness to learn from experienced professionals.
Demonstrated commitment to health, safety, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement.
Valid Class 5 driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
Willingness and ability to travel for field assignments as required.
Ability to perform physically demanding fieldwork, including working outdoors in a variety of weather and site conditions.
Willingness to self-relocate to Cold Lake, Alberta.

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications, field training, or professional development courses are considered an asset.
Basic knowledge of remediation, reclamation, decommissioning, and environmental compliance programs is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Conduct environmental fieldwork in support of site assessment, remediation, decommissioning, reclamation, and environmental monitoring programs.
Collect surface water, groundwater, soil, and other environmental samples in accordance with project requirements and applicable regulatory standards.
Support drilling programs, test pitting investigations, remedial excavations, and reclamation activities.
Accurately document field observations, collect defensible environmental data, and maintain detailed field records using established protocols and standard operating procedures.
Characterize and log soil conditions, including soil texture and classification, and operate environmental monitoring and sampling equipment.
Assist with field logistics, scheduling, equipment preparation, and procurement of project materials and supplies.
Support the preparation of technical reports, field summaries, and project documentation.
Collaborate with Senior Environmental Technologists, Scientists, Engineers, Project Managers, and multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality project outcomes.
Maintain a strong commitment to health, safety, environmental stewardship, and quality execution in all activities.
Participate in site visits and field programs in industrial, rural, and remote environments while adhering to all personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety requirements.
Travel throughout the region as required to support client projects and field activities.
Work safely in varying weather conditions and terrain, including walking extended distances on uneven ground.