Intermediate Aquatics Biologist

Jacobs Solutions Inc.; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 68,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Travel opportunities across Western Cn

Job summary

Jacobs in Burnaby, BC is seeking an Intermediate Aquatics Biologist to lead and mentor field crews for surveys that support permitting, baseline assessments, construction and post-construction monitoring. Travel to Western Canada is a key aspect of this role.

Ideal candidates hold a B.Sc./M.Sc. in biology or environmental science, with professional designations (RPBio/P.Biol) or equivalents, and 4+ years in aquatic field studies plus 3+ years in environmental consulting.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in biology or environmental education (freshwater fish focus).
• RPBio/P.Biol or equivalent designation or eligible for BC/AB.
• 4+ years leading aquatic field studies, remote-site crews, fish surveys.
• 3+ years environmental consulting with aquatic resources and permitting.
• Knowledge of Fisheries Act and western Canada environmental regulations.
• Willingness to field work 2–3 weeks at a time and overnight stays.
• Driver's license with clean abstract.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor field crews for surveys across project phases.
• Support permitting, baseline assessments, construction and post-construction monitoring.
• Coordinate field logistics, liaise with client field contacts.
• Work in remote settings and ensure safety and data quality.

Skills

Field leadership

Fish habitat assessments

Water quality monitoring

Snorkel surveys

Fish sampling

Driver's license

Education

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in biology or environmental education

RPBio BC / P.Biol Alberta or equivalent

Biologist in Training considered

Tools

Esri Field Maps

Survey 123

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

When it comes to environmental consulting, we’re helping our clients protect our world’s natural resources. Pave the way for your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow, and succeed—today and into tomorrow. You'll impact the world around you by helping us solve real-life challenges.

Based out of Burnaby, other areas in the Lower Mainland or BC Interior, Calgary, or Edmonton, you’ll join our Aquatics Team and work as part of multidisciplinary project teams to contribute directly to the baseline environmental planning, permitting, and construction efforts of government and privately owned infrastructure projects throughout Western Canada. As an Intermediate Aquatics Biologist, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading and mentoring field crews for surveys supporting all project phases from permitting, baseline assessments, construction, and post-construction monitoring.

This is anticipated 80% of travel for fieldwork and 20% office work. A successful offer will be full-time or a 12-month contract depending on workload and/or skillset. Contracts have the potential of extension or conversion to full-time.

Required safety training and personal protective equipment will be provided by Jacobs.

Bring your enthusiasm for learning and desire to work with a multidisciplinary team of technical experts, and we’ll help you grow!

Here's what you'll need

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in biology or other environmental related education, primarily related to freshwater fish or aquatic-related studies.
• Hold or be eligible for RPBio for BC, P.Biol. for Alberta, or other professional designation or equivalent that denotes you as a Qualified Environment Professional in BC or AB. Biologist in Training may be considered.
• At least 4 years of experience leading aquatic-related field studies, reviewing field data, managing crews in remote settings, and liaising with client field contacts, with an emphasis on fish and fish habitat assessments, water quality monitoring, fish sampling, snorkel surveys, and fish salvage and relocation.
• At least 3 years of experience in environmental consulting related to Canadian aquatic resources and water resources permitting, or relevant comparable experience.
• Working knowledge of the Federal Fisheries Act and provincial and federal environmental legislation, primarily in western Canada.
• Willingness to work in the field in remote locations for up to 2 or 3 weeks at a time and overnight at hotels and project work camps.
• Physical ability to work safely and be comfortable in and around fast-flowing and deep-water systems.
• Must have a driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience working with a diverse range of clients across multiple sectors.
• Experience viewing and/or collecting field data using a mobile app (ex: Esri Field Maps or Survey 123)
• Valid Electro-fishing certificate approved by Worksafe BC.
• Experience driving 4x4 trucks on remote and gravel roads, and experience with UTVs, boats, and hauling trailers.
• Experience or interest in supporting other biophysical study areas such as wetlands, rare plants, weeds, wildlife, and/or environmental monitoring or inspection.

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The base salary range for this position is $68,300.00 to $106,700.00. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across British Columbia, Canada locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .