Intermediate Biologist

WSP Canada; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, is looking for an Intermediate Environmental Scientist. This position involves providing technical support for environmental assessments, conducting surveys, and preparing reports. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Biology or Environmental Science and 2-5 years of experience. The firm promises career growth, flexible working options, and a commitment to a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' experience in environmental science or biology.
• Background in biological sciences required.
• Commitment to health and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical input on permitting and environmental assessment tasks.
• Conduct environmental resource surveys including aquatic and terrestrial sciences.
• Assist with environmental permit applications and assessments.

Skills

Technical input and expertise

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

University Degree in Biology or Environmental Science

Job description

The Opportunity

WSP is growing and has an opportunity for an Intermediate Environmental Scientist to join our Atlantic Environmental Assessment and Permitting team in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Primary responsibilities will be to provide support on a wide variety of projects as delegated by senior staff within the group.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• 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 and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, 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 here:

• Provide technical input / expertise on a variety of permitting, regulatory and environmental impact assessment tasks in support of client projects.
• environmental resources surveys and analysis including aquatic and/or marine sciences: fish community, fish habitat mapping, etc.
• Terrestrial sciences: wetland delineations, botany, fauna surveys.
• Strong computer, verbal and written communication skills.
• Assist in the planning and execution of:
  • Environmental permit application (e.g., Fisheries Act Authorizations)
  • Environmental assessments
• Familiarity, or knowledge of aquatic biology and methods.
• Preparation of proposals, permits and technical reports.

What you'll bring to WSP:

• University Degree in Biology or Environmental Science.
• 2-5 years' experience.
• Solid technical and/or academic background in biological sciences.
• Experience with some of the following.
• Ability to work in Canada with a valid Canadian driver's license.
• Work effectively as a member of a team, and also independently with minimal supervision and direction.
• Demonstrate excellent writing and communication skills.
• Demonstrate an existing strong commitment to personal/professional development and Health & Safety policies and procedures.