004 - Environmental Technician

Métis Nation; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Technician to join their team. This hybrid position offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful work that directly impacts the Métis community. The role involves monitoring the Greenstone Gold Mine operations, collecting and analyzing environmental data, and collaborating with various stakeholders. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that environmental standards are met while promoting the values of the organization. If you are passionate about environmental issues and want to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive employer-paid health benefits

Generous vacation allotment

Annual paid holiday closure

Paid health & wellness days

Educational incentives

Employee Assistance Plan

Health care spending account

Exclusive partner programs

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in environmental, forestry, or water resources.
• Understanding of environmental technology and sampling.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and analyzing environmental data related to GGM activities.
• Reviewing and providing recommendations on permit studies.

Skills

Environmental Monitoring

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Field Experience

Education

College Diploma in Environmental Science

Post-secondary education in relevant field

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

SharePoint

Job description

Closing Date: May 27, 2025

Hybrid Position

MNO’s culture is at our core

The MNO workplace culture is full of potential ready to be unlocked. As our Self-Governance agreement materializes, we are building a workplace culture of action, responsibility, and most importantly a desire to serve the Métis community. When defining what MNO culture is, it’s difficult, because of our diverse leadership styles, and the different programs and services offered. What that really means is there is a place for almost everyone under the MNO employer umbrella. We recognize people are different, and that is our source of strength. We bring opinions together, welcome healthy conflict, and look to always find answers, not problems.

• Comprehensive employer-paid health benefits and pension plan
  
• Generous vacation allotment starting at 15 day's for regular employees and 20 day's for management
• Annual paid two-week holiday closure in December
• 16 paid public and employer holidays
• 15 paid health & wellness days
• Challenging, multi-disciplinary work environment that fosters learning and professional development
  
• Substantial educational incentive to promote personal and professional growth
• An opportunity to make a direct or indirect impact on the lives of the Métis Peoples across the Province
  
• Other perks
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Health care spending account
• Bell Mobility's exclusive partner program
• Dell member purchase program

About the Role:

The prime objective of the Environmental Technician in the Greenstone Gold Mine (GGM) will be involvement in ongoing environmental information review and gathering throughout the Project. This employee will work within the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO). The Environmental Technician will monitor the operations of the Greenstone Gold Mine through on-site monitoring, including water monitoring in the field. Collected data will be analysed and interpreted throughout the monitoring program by the technician as well as in a team with the onsite Environmental Team and MNO staff. The data will be synthesized and presented regularly to the MNO Environmental Committee as well as MNO regional communities in Region II regarding any issues that have the potential to affect Métis rights, land use or way of life. When on-site the employee will take direction of the GGM Managers and LRC when off-project site.

What you will be doing:

• Responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reviewing environmental data related to the Greenstone Gold Mine (GGM) activities both off-site (20%) and in-project site (80%); Duties include, but are not limited to, research, liaising and reporting on GGM projects and initiatives primarily in MNO Regions II.
• Reviewing and providing recommendations on Greenstone Gold Mine permit studies and applications on behalf of the MNO; including developing and maintaining contacts with Greenstone Mine representatives, on projects, relevant issues and initiatives affecting and impacting communities in MNO Region II.
• Assisting in the review of environmental monitoring data and impacts to Métis rights.
• Assisting in monitoring surveys including aquatic, terrestrial, air, fish, amphibian and bird surveys.
• Planning and executing engagement activities with the Region II and the wider-MNO community, such as consultation meetings, GGM site tours and community information sessions, etc.
• Duties include, but are not limited to, scheduling, confirming budgets, booking venues/catering, preparation of expense forms, purchase orders, agendas, briefings, briefing notes and leading meetings with Region II, proponents, government officials, and MNO communities.
• Participating as a member of the GGM and MNO Environment Subcommittee.
• Participating in MNO Regional Consultation Committee (RCC) meetings to provide updates on Greenstone Gold Mine operations, and reporting back to Greenstone Gold Mines any concerns of the MNO or their citizens.
• Participating in any discussions relating to the mitigation of negative environmental impacts on the Metis community, including liaising with the appropriate Ministries in Ontario.
• Working collaboratively with other staff of the LRC Branch, and applicable MNO Branches on assigned projects, initiatives and issues.
• Maintaining a thorough record of all activities and engagement associated with GGM project, relevant issues and initiatives. Software such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint or other project management software may be implemented for project and other related coordination purposes.
• Maintaining a record of reports prepared for the MNO, as well as associated documents (e.g., results, notices, scientific reports)
• Promoting the values of the organization within the workplace and in the community by demonstrating positive and professional relationships with others (employees, citizens, council, volunteers, advocates, etc.)
• Reporting all unsafe conditions, hazards or practices, accidents and incidents in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and adhering to all health and safety requirements within the GGM health and safety procedures, MNO’s policies and procedures and provincial legislation. This includes the regular use of SPOT devices and tag-in/tag-out procedures.
• Performing other collaborative work to improve processes, standards and job/branch-related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• College Diploma (1 or 2 year) / Post-secondary education in a relevant field or equivalent combination of technical/field experience and Metis cultural knowledge
• 1 to 3 years of experience in (e.g. environmental, forestry, water resources).
• An understanding of environmental technology and ability to take samples;
• Presentation and facilitation skills;
• Outdoor and field experience and licenses (e.g. operating boat, canoe, ATV).
• A background in Traditional Land Use, mining, environmental sector, ecology, biology, chemistry, Indigenous/Métis studies
• An understanding of environmental issues and Métis issues or a demonstrated ability and willingness to learn about these and other processes and issues quickly
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in order to liaise with MNO leadership, MNO staff, and Greenstone Gold Mine staff

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of government regulations pertaining to mine operations is an asset

AODA Statement

The Métis Nation of Ontario commits to providing accommodation as required by the Ontario Human Rights Act, unless to do so would cause undue hardship. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the principles of dignity, individualization, and inclusion. The Métis Nation of Ontario will work cooperatively and in the spirit of respect with all partners in the accommodation process. These accommodations will extend to all aspects of the employment relationship including recruitment and selection.

Please email human resources if you require an accommodation during the hiring process.

Special Services Organization

The Métis Nation of Ontario is a special services organization. All applicants are encouraged to apply. Preference may be given to qualified applicants who meet the requirements for MNO Citizenship as per the MNO Bylaws and who are in good standing.

The Métis Nation of Ontario uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help in the screening and assessing of applicants within our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).