Environmental Technologist

Millar Western Forest Products Limited; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined contribution pension

Dental and health insurance

Strong safety program

Live where you work (no commuting)

Job summary

Millar Western Forest Products Ltd. seeks an Environmental Technologist for a one-year contract at the Slave Lake Pulp Division.

You will support effluent treatment systems, collect samples, conduct bioassays, ensure compliance, and drive process improvements, reporting to the Technical Supervisor. The role includes 4-days-on/4-days-off shifts, weekend/holiday work, and potential transition to permanent depending on business needs.

Qualifications

• Diploma/degree in chemical or environmental technology; B.Sc. acceptable.
• Experience in environmental or chemical laboratory work.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License; proficiency with computerized systems.

Responsibilities

• Collect and test effluent and water samples.
• Conduct bioassay sampling and ensure environmental compliance.
• Optimize treatment processes and support environmental projects.
• Coordinate maintenance and contractors; contribute to continuous improvement.
• Work on a 4-days-on, 4-days-off rotation with rotating shifts.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Safety awareness

Education

Diploma in Chemical or Environmental Technology

B.Sc. degree

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Water Certification (Level 1/2)

Job description

Millar Western Forest Products Ltd. Slave Lake Pulp Division is currently seeking an Environmental Technologist to join our team for a one-year contract to support the safe and efficient operation of our effluent treatment systems and environmental programs at the BCTMP pulp mill. This opportunity has the potential to transition into a permanent role based on business needs. Reporting to the Technical Supervisor, the successful candidate will collect and test effluent and water samples, conduct bioassay sampling, and ensure environmental compliance. Additional responsibilities include optimizing treatment processes, supporting environmental projects, coordinating maintenance and contractors, and contributing to continuous improvement— all while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and organizational standards.

This position follows a 4-days-on, 4-days-off rotation and requires the flexibility to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.

The ideal candidate

The ideal candidate will hold a Chemical or Environmental Technology Diploma, a B.Sc., or an equivalent combination of education and experience. They will bring proven experience in environmental or chemical laboratory work, with additional assets including a Level 1 or 2 Water Certification or relevant industrial lab experience. This individual will be a strong communicator with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and will demonstrate a proactive, detail-oriented approach to their work. Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, they will possess a solid understanding of computerized systems and hold a valid Class 5 Driver’s License.

Why work for us?

Millar Western is a privately-owned company active in the forest products business for more than a century. Operating high-tech pulp mills supplied with sustainably sourced fibre, the company provides stable, full-time employment in lively, friendly communities offering an excellent quality of life

The company offers:

• a competitive wage and benefits program that includes a defined contribution pension plan and comprehensive dental and health insurance benefits
• a commitment to the highest safety standards, with a safety program recognized under initiatives such as Partners in Injury Reduction and Work Safe Alberta.
• a collaborative and respectful work environment that values the skills of our people and encourages them to take on new challenges and advance within the organization
• a chance to live where you work – no commuting or camps

This position is located in Slave Lake, Alberta, a dynamic and family-oriented community, located 255 km from Edmonton and offering excellent amenities and a great quality of life.

Your career starts here.

Millar Western is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.