Environmental Field Technician Student

WSP; Halifax; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Halifax is seeking candidates who are currently enrolled in a degree in an environmental-related field to join their Remediation team. The role involves conducting field activities such as groundwater monitoring, soil sampling, and preparing health and safety plans. Candidates should possess strong teamwork skills, attention to detail, and a passion for outdoor work. This position offers hands-on experience with real projects and a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Attractive pay

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant degree program.
• Strong teamwork skills and good organisational sense.
• Willingness to learn and thorough attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement health and safety plans.
• Conduct groundwater monitoring and soil sampling.
• Assist in environmental remediation activities.
• Compile field data and write daily reports.

Skills

Teamwork skills

Organisational skills

Resourcefulness

Knowledge of sampling techniques

Attention to detail

Education

Currently enrolled in a degree in an environment-related field

Job description

The Opportunity

Join WSP’s Remediation team and support field programs that help restore impacted sites and protect natural ecosystems. You’ll gain hands‑on experience with real projects—sampling soils and groundwater, collecting data you can stand behind, and working with teammates who care about doing it right and safely.

Why choose WSP?

• 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 the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities – we’re growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday – we’re open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture. Come find out for yourself what it’s like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive and employee‑focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

What you can expect to do with us:

• Prepare and implement site‑specific health and safety plans to reduce or eliminate hazards for yourself, WSP clients, colleagues, and the public.
• Carry out field activities such as groundwater monitoring, in‑situ testing, soil sampling through trenches or drilling, and various environmental characterization tasks, as well as project preparation and follow‑up under the supervision of team leads.
• Assist the lead technician in supervising work related to soil disturbance, locating utilities, conducting surveys and drilling, and installing groundwater observation wells.
• Support the lead technician in monitoring environmental remediation activities, including managing excavations, overseeing excavated and transported soils, and drafting follow‑up reports.
• Assist the project manager in preparing site work (orders, documentation, logistics).
• Compile field data and write daily reports.
• Perform any other related tasks to contribute to project success.

What you will bring to WSP:

• Currently enrolled in a degree in an environment‑related field.
• Strong teamwork skills, good organisational sense, and resourcefulness.
• Willingness to learn, attention to detail, and thoroughness.
• Knowledge of sampling techniques and soil, groundwater (micro‑purge), and surface water description.
• A passion for outdoor work in various conditions and travel throughout the week (think far from a typical 9‑to‑5 office job!).
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.