Environmental Specialist

Seaspan Ferries Corporation; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Seaspan Ferries Corporation is seeking an Environmental Specialist to support operations and compliance at their Vancouver Shipyards. This full-time role involves oversight of environmental projects, regulatory reporting, and program implementation, making a significant impact on environmental safety and sustainability. With a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and job stability, it's an opportunity to contribute to vital environmental initiatives within a dynamic company.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Pension plan matching

Best-in-class health and wellness benefits

Free on-site gym

Complimentary shuttle bus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in environmental management.
• Experience with environmental management systems is desired.
• Knowledge of all local, provincial and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supports compliance inspections and manages hazardous waste programs.
• Prepares reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Participates in environmental training programs.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Education

Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science / Management

Job description

Reporting to the Senior Environmental Specialist, this position is primarily responsible for supporting operations, compliance inspections, implementation of environmental programs, and regulatory reporting at Vancouver Shipyards (VSY).

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 50 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver.

What you'll do

• Assists with sampling and data management for various onsite programs and projects (organizing site access for consultants, interpreting results and compiling data, updating logs, monitoring invoices, etc.)
• Assists with infrastructure projects that have an environmental component (i.e., oversees contractors and consultants, provides direction, site monitoring, permit compliance, etc.)
• Participate in stormwater monitoring; identification of contamination sources, and management of corrective actions and improvements
• Participatesin hazardous waste program, ensures compliance under Ministry of Environment approved Operational Plan. Assist with identifying, classifying, segregating, and packaging waste for appropriate disposal
• Advises and participates in the management of contaminated soils, and ensure all risks are managed related to soil and sediment contamination
• Assist with purchasing environmental equipment required for operations and programs; completes environmental reviews (i.e., AFE checklist) for large purchases, as needed
• Provides guidance and support to Facilities for onsite waste and recycling services (organize bins, schedule pick-ups, etc.)
• Prepares reports for internal and external stakeholders; analyzing and interpreting environmental monitoring data (e.g., 3 rd party sampling, NPRI reporting, etc.)
• Manages wildlife concerns by collaborating closely with external resources
• Assists with managing the VSY Environmental budget, coordinating with the Senior Environment Specialist
• Supports implementation of on-site environmental programs, including assisting with environmental-related committees and initiatives, and completion of VSY annual environmental action plans
• Participates in the spill prevention and response program, including incident investigations, internal/external reporting, and lessons learned meetings
• Assist with environmental training programs; development and implementation of training programs, managing schedules and records, ensuring regulatory required training is maintained (i.e., TDG), etc.
• Organizes and facilitates employee engagement events for VSY (e.g., shoreline clean-up, Go by Bike Week, etc.)
• Supports acquisition of Green Marine certification and advancements in program; periodically participates in workgroups
• Develops and executes environmental awareness programs throughout VSY.
• Assists with corporate projects, including environmental performance tracking, updating environmental intranet pages, etc.
• Assist with identifying and actioning community engagement projects.

Compliance and EMS

• Conducts and documents regular inspections of operations to ensure compliance with permits, regulatory, and internal requirements,assists with addressing findings
• Assists with the implementation of Seaspan’s ISO 14001 Environmental Management System; including maintenance and communication of the business area’s Spill Contingency Plans, Environmental Best Management Practices, Standard Operating Procedures and the Environmental Risk Register
• Periodically prepares environmental and program performance data and summaries for the Senior Environment Specialist

What you'll bring

• Recognized Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science / Management or related field
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in environmental management, including environmental regulatory requirements and permitting responsibilities
• Demonstrated experience working with environmental management systems
• Auditing experience in environmental management systems is considered an asset
• Industrial experience considered an asset
• Sound knowledge of both scientific and management principles with respect to environmental protection and waste management
• Sound knowledge of all local, provincial and federal regulations pertaining to environmental management and industrial waste management
• Excellent communication (verbal, written, listening etc.) skills. Able to communicate effectively to a diverse audience
• Ability to remain calm and develop solutions in difficult or challenging situations.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills
• Strong relationship building skills including the ability to lead teams
• Organized with strong computer literacy. Ability to analyze data and produce management information reports within set deadlines
• Ability to negotiate and bring multi-disciplined experts and stakeholders together to stimulate positive change

Why you’ll love working here

• This is a full-time, permanent position. With multiple operations and long-term projects, Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come .
• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching, this role provides you with a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate’s experience.
• We also provide the best-in-class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including things such as extended health care (i.e. paramedical services for massage therapy, speech therapy, mental health coverage, physiotherapy, and more), dental care, vision care, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, childcare benefit partnership, $500 personal spending account, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Free on-site gym.
• Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.

The estimated salary for this position is $99,000 - $121,000. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate’s skills and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

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About Us

Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America’s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability toprovidea complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada’s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels.Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.

This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.

Job Info

• Job Identification 7671
• Job Category Health, Safety and Environment
• Posting Date 06/16/2025, 10:36 PM