Aquatics Biologist & Field Lead (Western Canada)

Jacobs; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 68,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in Burnaby, BC is seeking an Intermediate Aquatics Biologist to lead field surveys, mentor crews, and ensure data quality for projects across Western Canada. The role focuses on fish and fish habitat assessments, water quality monitoring, snorkel surveys, and fish salvage within permitting and baseline studies.

You’ll work with multidisciplinary teams on government and privately owned infrastructure, with about 80% travel for fieldwork and 20% office work.

Qualifications

• 4+ years leading aquatic field studies, data review, and crew management in remote settings.
• 3+ years environmental consulting related to Canadian aquatic resources and water-permitting.
• Knowledge of the Fisheries Act and provincial/federal legislation in western Canada.
• Willingness to field work in remote locations for up to 2–3 weeks at a time and overnight stays.
• Driver’s license with clean abstract.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor field crews on surveys supporting project phases.
• Coordinate baseline assessments, permitting, and construction support.
• Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams across Western Canada.

Skills

Field leadership

Crew supervision

Water quality monitoring

Fish sampling

Snorkel surveys

Driver's license

Education

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in biology

RPBio or P.Biol eligibility

Qualified Environment Professional BC/AB

Tools

Esri Field Maps

Survey 123

Digital data review

Job description

Jacobs in Burnaby, BC is seeking an Intermediate Aquatics Biologist to lead field surveys, mentor crews, and ensure data quality for projects across Western Canada. The role focuses on fish and fish habitat assessments, water quality monitoring, snorkel surveys, and fish salvage within permitting and baseline studies.

You’ll work with multidisciplinary teams on government and privately owned infrastructure, with about 80% travel for fieldwork and 20% office work.