Contaminated Sites Scientist; Intermediate

Job Description

We currently have an opening for an Intermediate Contaminated Sites Scientist to join our team in Whitehorse
.

You have environmental consulting experience in contaminated site assessments and an understanding of the regulatory environment in the Yukon. You want to work in a dynamic team environment and actively contribute to a variety of interesting and challenging projects.

• Field surveys and travel to remote locations.
• Writing work plans and proposals, technical reports, and communications for non-technical audiences.
• Soil, surface water, vapour and groundwater quality investigations.
• Data management, analysis and reporting.
• Collaborating with a dynamic team of environmental scientists and engineers across various geographies.
• Building professional relationships with clients and regulators.

What you will bring:

• Undergraduate degree in an environmental discipline (e.g., biology, environmental science, geography, earth science, or soil/reclamation science).
• 5+ years' experience with contaminated sites science.
• Excellent written and spoken communication.
• Proficiency with software for word processing, data management, and presentations.
• Ability to work well under pressure, track progress on multiple tasks, and meet deadlines within a team environment.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and standards for the practice.
• Valid driver's licence.

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including extended health, dental coverage, Employee and Family Assistance Program, matching company pension program and a parental leave top-up program.
• Culture that promotes sustainability, accessibility, respect, diversity, and inclusion.
• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth, including mentoring programs, training opportunities, professional designation support, and a Young Professionals Group.
• Work environment that focuses on your health, safety, and overall wellness including fitness allowance, and local wellness activities.
• Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events (including our biennial company-wide Olympics), lunch-and-learns, and community support initiatives.