Environmental Engineer

Rideau Transit Maintenance; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Environmental Engineer for a 12-month contract to support the operation and maintenance of a significant infrastructure project in Ottawa. This role involves coordinating environmental programs, managing compliance with regulations, and mentoring colleagues to enhance sustainability efforts. If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the environment and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team dedicated to excellence and innovation in maintaining essential transit infrastructure.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

RRSP match program

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Environmental studies or related field required.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement Environmental and Sustainability programs.
• Manage contracts and ensure compliance with environmental standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Planning

Education

Undergraduate degree in Environmental studies

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

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Rideau Transit Maintenance provided pay range

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Base pay range

CA$65,000.00/yr - CA$70,000.00/yr

Rideau Transit Maintenance (RTM) is a General Partnership firm of ACS Infrastructure Canada, Atkins Realis, and EllisDon. RTM has been awarded a long-term contract to maintain the Confederation Line, the new light rail transit system in Ottawa. RTM currently has an exciting career opportunity for dynamic and enthusiastic individuals looking to play a role in the ongoing operation and maintenance of a significant infrastructure project in the nation’s capital.

RTM is now seeking an Environmental Engineer for a 12-month contract who will report to the Director of Technical Services/Engineering, Rideau Transit Maintenance.

All RTM positions will be instrumental in ensuring the reliable supply of trains and maintenance services on the Confederation Line. Applicants should have the ability to embrace a dynamic working environment that promotes safety, service, quality, motivation, and teamwork in a start-up environment. Applicants must have a desire to learn, be flexible, safety conscious, and have an excellent work ethic. A comprehensive benefits package and an RRSP match program is offered.

Core Duties and Essential Job Functions:

1. Support the coordination and implementation of RTM’s Environmental and Sustainability programs on the Confederation line
2. Maintain current knowledge of relevant environmental regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices
3. Issue requests for proposals for Environmental contracts, manage contracts, and review invoices in collaboration with the Procurement Manager
4. Manage the Hazardous Waste Information Network (HWIN) for the company and waste fee payments
5. Perform monthly and quarterly Sanitary Sewer Sampling for the required locations and send to laboratory for analysis
6. Coordinate the Environmental Compliance monitoring activities with various stakeholders
7. Manage the reporting system to various stakeholders including regulatory bodies
8. Assist with the annual regulatory reports
9. Support, coach and mentor colleagues and subcontractors in improving Environmental and Sustainability performance
10. Prepare the meeting slides, document the management review meeting, and distribute internally to different levels of organization
11. Review and update aspects and impacts register, permits and approval register
12. Work with the team to set annual objectives and targets for Environment and Sustainability
13. Complete monthly environmental inspections
14. Prepare, participate, and follow up on internal and external audits items
15. Assist in closing out open items from audits and inspections
16. Develop environmental procedures and support the documentation update process
17. Deliver RTM’s Environmental orientation and training to internal and external stakeholders
18. Support the incident reporting and investigation process relating to environmental incidents
19. Follow-up on corrective actions stemming from inspections, audits, non-conformance reports and investigations
20. Manage Capital and Operational projects aimed at continuous improvement of the RTM environmental processes and elimination of equipment defects.
21. Lead the RTM concession management process with an aim to streamline maintenance compliance.
22. Assist in proposed facility change reviews
23. Role will include support for health and safety as required

Skills, Knowledge, Experience, and Education:

1. Undergraduate degree in Environmental studies, other relevant environmental education may be considered
2. Experience in developing technical and non-technical reports
3. Strong knowledge of provincial and federal regulatory requirements acquired through experience and education
4. Excellent written and oral English communication skills; including public speaking and presentation skills
5. Strong organization and planning skills
6. Ability to problem-solve and tackle new assignments effectively and efficiently
7. Able to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
8. Exceptional leadership, communication, and people management skills
9. Experience in using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Engineering and Project Management

Industries

Repair and Maintenance