Bats Specialist & Field Team Lead - Environmental Projects

-; Remote; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services organization is seeking an Environmental Field Team Leader - Bats specialist to join their team in Quebec. This role involves organizing field surveys, ensuring equipment readiness, and leading a team in exciting infrastructure projects, notably the Alto high-speed rail project. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in bat surveys. Enjoy competitive pay and flexible benefits while contributing to significant environmental work.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Employee recognition

Flexible benefits

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid working culture

Generous time-off policies

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in field surveys for bats.
• Strong knowledge of bats identification and ecology.
• First Aid and WHMIS certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to work in challenging outdoor conditions for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Organize and assign daily tasks to team members.
• Ensure all required equipment, materials, and permits are available before field deployment.
• Participate actively in field surveys and sampling activities.
• Monitor adherence to protocols and project-specific requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team cohesion

Problem-solving

Bilingual (French-English)

Education

Degree or diploma in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or related field

Tools

GPS

Data loggers

Field equipment

Job description

A leading engineering services organization is seeking an Environmental Field Team Leader - Bats specialist to join their team in Quebec. This role involves organizing field surveys, ensuring equipment readiness, and leading a team in exciting infrastructure projects, notably the Alto high-speed rail project. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in bat surveys. Enjoy competitive pay and flexible benefits while contributing to significant environmental work.