Junior Environmental Engineer, Scientist or Geologist

Tetra Tech; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Overtime 1.5x

Mentorship with experts

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech's Whitehorse, Yukon office is seeking a Junior Environmental Engineer, Scientist or Geologist to join the Environment & Water - Geoenvironmental team.

You will support Phase I/II ESAs, groundwater and soil investigations, field sampling, and reporting under supervision, with travel to remote sites across Yukon and Western Canada. A degree in environmental engineering or geology is required; registration is a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong written communication skills and ability to report clearly.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel to remote project sites across Yukon and Western Canada.
• Eligibility for professional registration is a plus (P.Eng., P.Geo.).

Responsibilities

• Provide support on contaminated site investigations and groundwater/soil studies.
• Assist with hydrogeological assessments and field sampling.
• Oversee field activities and ensure sample quality and safety.
• Prepare technical documentation, work plans and cost estimates.

Skills

Written communication

Project management

Field work

Driver's license

Education

Environmental engineering or geology degree

Job description

Junior Environmental Engineer, Scientist or Geologist

Tetra Tech is adding a Junior Environmental Engineer, Scientist or Geologist to our Environment & Water - Geoenvironmental team based in Whitehorse, Yukon.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science™ to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.
Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role:

• Provide support on simple to complex contaminated site investigations (e.g., Phase I ESA, Phase II ESA, Detailed Site Investigations), groundwater monitoring, and remediation activities at urban and remote field sites.
• Provide support on hydrogeological assessments.
• Oversee drill rig and heavy equipment to describe and collect quality soil samples.
• Groundwater and surface water sampling.
• Conduct soil classification and terrain surveys, including soil sampling, analyzing field data and mapping soil according to the Canadian System of Soil Classification.
• Remediation and spill response oversight.
• Review field data and provide initial data interpretations.
• Work with intermediate and senior technical staff to deliver high quality products to meet our client’s specific needs.
• Prepare technical correspondence, work plans, cost estimates and budgets as part of a proposal or project.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Ability, willingness and comfort with travel to and working at remote project sites across Yukon and Western Canada.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in environmental engineering, geology or a related science.
• 1 to 3 years work experience in environmental consulting specifically related to contaminated site investigations, hydrogeological assessments, and a passion to grow your career and excel in this field.
• Eligibility for professional registration (e.g., P.Eng., P.Geo.) is considered a strong asset.
• Strong written communication skills and previous experience in technical report writing.
• Effective organizational skills with the demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, plan, schedule, and coordinate various activities relating to projects.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license and must provide current drivers abstract when applying.
• Able to perform field work over extended periods of time locally or at remote sites. Field work will constitute approximately 60% of weekly duties, with 40% office work.
• Must be physically capable of performing manual labour duties.
• Excellent attention to detail required.
• Proficient in the Yukon Contaminated Sites Regulation and Federal environmental guidelines would be considered an asset.

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include (if applicable):

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.
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