Environmental Support – LLRW Remediation Verification

WSP in Canada; Port Hope; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated technical staff to support a landmark remediation project in Port Hope. This role offers the chance to engage in vital work, including monitoring excavations and ensuring safety protocols are upheld. With a commitment to a culture of inclusion and collaboration, you will be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth. Enjoy attractive pay, flexible work options, and comprehensive benefits while making a meaningful impact on the environment and community. Join a forward-thinking company that is dedicated to future-proofing our cities and environments.

Benefits

Flexible Work Options

Comprehensive Benefits

Virtual Healthcare

Wellness Programs

Savings Plans

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a background in soil or groundwater assessment.
• Preferably two years of field experience in sampling or radiation protection.

Responsibilities

• Review past information to identify gaps and develop remedial sampling plans.
• Monitor excavations and scan interiors to collect samples.
• Manage relationships with internal and external teams.

Skills

Soil Assessment

Groundwater Assessment

Radiation Protection

GIS

Field Experience

Education

College or University Education

Tools

Radiological Instruments

GPS

X-ray Fluorometers

Job description

The Opportunity:

WSP has a significant volume of work supporting Canadian Nuclear Laboratories at the Port Hope Area Initiative. We have positions available for a range of technical field and office staff, and these needs will evolve over time. You’ll be part of our growing team, using your skills to support the implementation of one of Canada's landmark remediation projects. Currently, we require several staff to support the Remediation Verification program following the removal of Low Level Radioactive Waste.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging.
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize it. We support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is a part of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be better than yesterday. We welcome your ideas and new approaches.
• A collaborative culture and a workforce of genuinely good people doing important work. Discover what it's like to be part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare and wellness programs, savings plans, and a clear future vision.

What you can expect to do here:

• Use your training daily to:
  1. Review past information to identify gaps and develop remedial sampling plans;
  2. Monitor excavations;
  3. Scan and sample excavations and characterize soils;
  4. Scan interiors and collect samples;
  5. Check and maintain equipment such as radiological instruments, GPS, x-ray fluorometers;
  6. Assist in resolving issues and determine remediation needs;
  7. Input data and perform quality reviews, often using GIS;
  8. Address field and data issues as they arise; and
  9. Report findings of the work.
• The work may be field or office-based and not all work will be in Port Hope.
• Assess hazards and support the health and safety culture of the project.
• Manage relationships with internal teams, external teams, and clients, providing guidance and expertise.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

Candidates should have:

• College or university education or experience in soil or groundwater assessment or remediation. Backgrounds in radiation protection, biology, GIS, or related disciplines are also applicable.
• Preferably two years of field experience, especially in soil or groundwater sampling or radiation protection. Entry-level candidates may be considered for some roles.

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms, dedicated to future-proofing our cities and environments. With over 65,000 team members globally and 12,000+ in Canada, our work spans environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering, sustainable transportation, resource extraction, and renewable energy development.

• We value our people and our reputation.
• We are locally dedicated with an international scale.
• We are future-focused and challenge the status quo.
• We foster collaboration in all we do.
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable.

Please note: Health and Safety is a core value. Candidates must comply with our HSE policies and client policies when working on-site. Employment offers for safety-sensitive roles depend on the ability to perform key physical tasks in various environmental conditions, including remote or isolated areas, sometimes alone or in inclement weather.

WSP welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request. We are committed to employment equity. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more details, see our full policy.