Experienced Technician, Environmental

WSP in Canada; Mississauga; Sur place; CAD 63 600 - 87 500; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

WSP in Canada is seeking an experienced environmental field technician responsible for supervising environmental remediations and managing field operations across Ontario. This role involves overseeing health and safety procedures, conducting fieldwork, and supervising contractors.

Candidates should possess a Diploma in Environmental Sciences and have at least three years of relevant experience. The position offers competitive compensation based on geographical location.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years supervising drilling and remediation contractors.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.

Responsabilités

• Oversee remediation activities and manage field operations.
• Travel frequently across Ontario to sites.
• Prepare and adhere to health and safety plans.

Connaissances

Supervising drilling and remediation contractors

Health and safety knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Formation

Diploma in Environmental Sciences

Description du poste

Job Description

WSP is a leading professional services firm that provides engineering, advisory, and science‑based solutions. This role is within the Remediation Program Management (RPM) team in Ontario, responsible for supervising environmental remediations and managing field operations across the province.

Opportunity

As an experienced environmental field technician, you will travel frequently to sites across Ontario to oversee remediation activities, conduct field work, supervise contractors, and manage on‑site health and safety procedures. The position requires self‑motivation and strong time‑management, communication, and organizational skills.

Your Impact

• Prepare and adhere to site‑specific health and safety plans to mitigate or eliminate risks to clients, employees, and the public.
• Identify and report potential and existing site hazards, near‑loss incidents, and loss incidents.
• Maintain excellent field notes and handle soil and groundwater samples.
• Carry out field work such as groundwater monitoring and sampling, K‑test data collection and analysis, soil sampling through excavations or borehole drilling, and soil vapour sampling.
• Supervise subcontractors for ground disturbance, utility location, surveying, borehole drilling, groundwater monitoring well installation, and test pit excavation.
• Act as the prime contractor overseeing remedial contractors, including directing remedial excavations, waste tracking, and progress reporting.
• File and manage all project‑related field notes, perform data entry, and assist with report preparation.
• Perform and record work tasks efficiently and accurately while adhering to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Travel to sites across Ontario for extended periods to complete field tasks.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Minimum three years supervising drilling and remediation contractors.
• Diploma in environmental sciences.
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Willingness to learn and ability to work with little supervision.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety and a safety‑conscious attitude.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy of field notes.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel for work.

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YK: $69,700 – $92,300
• MB & ON: $63,600 – $87,500
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $62,900 – $83,600

Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business needs. The wage range provided may be subject to change for business purposes.

Safety & Health

Health and Safety is a core value at WSP. Employees are required to comply with the Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times and with client HSE policies when working at client locations. Some safety‑sensitive positions involve fieldwork in remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather within safe and reasonable limits.

EEO & Accommodations

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities and offers accommodations upon request for candidates at all stages of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only selected candidates will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.