Biology Technician/Technologist

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is seeking a Biology Technician/Technologist to support local environmental projects in Saskatoon. This role focuses on environmental monitoring and involves conducting field surveys, ensuring compliance, and assisting in regulatory permits.

The successful candidate will have strong organizational skills and at least three years of experience in environmental monitoring. A flexible hybrid structure is available, requiring office attendance three days a week.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) to four (4) years of field experience in environmental monitoring.
• Experience with environmental assessment legislation and permit applications.

Responsibilities

• Providing environmental monitoring services during various project phases.
• Conducting field surveys in accordance with protocols.
• Supporting the development of regulatory permits through field investigations.

Skills

Environmental monitoring

Field survey techniques

Species identification

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Education

Diploma or post-secondary degree in biology, forestry, agricultural or environmental sciences

Job description

Your Opportunity

With a focus on local projects, the Biology Technician/Technologist will support a diverse team of environmental professionals providing services to multiple sectors (e.g., infrastructure, mining, oil and gas, power). Key project responsibilities include conducting environmental monitoring and achieving quality report delivery in a fast‑paced, client‑focused environment. The successful candidate will have a diverse skill set, preferably in multiple environmental disciplines and a passion for lifelong learning. Environmental professionals in this position will support a variety of environmental assessment, permitting, and compliance projects. On‑the‑job training/mentorship is provided.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Providing environmental monitoring services during the construction, maintenance and/or reclamation phases of projects, including observing and reporting on compliance obligations related to oil and gas, mining, linear projects and hydro development.
• Conducting biophysical field surveys in accordance with provincial species detection protocols and regulations (e.g., rare plant and wildlife surveys, Wildlife Regulations, Roster Species Detection Protocols).
• Conducting pre‑construction surveys for nesting migratory birds, wildlife and plant species at risk.
• Supporting and assisting the development of federal, provincial and municipal regulatory permits through field investigations.
• Completing office tasks such as data management, analysis and interpretation, report preparation and other general tasks as required.
• Complying with health and safety and quality management protocols.
• Interacting and communicating effectively (written and verbal) with mentors, multidisciplinary teams, regulators, clients, subconsultants and contractors.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Understanding of environmental mitigations for soils, aquatic habitats (wetlands, waterbodies, watercourses), migratory birds, species at risk, and vegetation.
• Knowledge and experience in conducting biophysical and/or pre‑construction surveys.
• Experience and ability to oversee and/or supervise field monitoring tasks related to soil sediment management, vegetation clearing, installation of watercourse crossings, equipment inspection for bio‑security, erosion and sediment control plans.
• Experience with wildlife and/or plant identification, especially Species at Risk, is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with the Wildlife Regulations Act, Species at Risk Act, Fisheries Act and overall working knowledge of federal and provincial environmental assessment legislation; experience with Species at Risk Protocols and field investigations under SARA; experience in writing and developing permit applications and technical reports for regulatory agencies.
• Willingness and ability to travel and work outdoors, often in remote areas.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop and foster effective working relationships.
• Ownership of tasks, accountability and initiative.
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills with the ability to adapt under shifting priorities.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract (required).

Education and Experience

• Diploma or post‑secondary degree in biology, forestry, agricultural or environmental sciences.
• Minimum of three (3) to four (4) years of field experience in oil and natural gas exploration and/or comparable development projects; experience must be related to environmental monitoring and environmental inspection.

The successful candidate will primarily engage in field work, with occasional office‑based tasks. Travel will be required for field work and may include exposure to inclement weather. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lb. This role has a flexible hybrid structure, working in the office minimum three (3) days a week when not in the field.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hrs per week) will have access to health, dental and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: Canada | SK | Saskatoon
Organization: BC‑1235 EnvSvcs‑CA Alberta
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 04/06/2026 06:06:54
Req ID: 1006005