Junior Environmental Field Technician

WSP; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Remediation team member in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, to support environmental field programs that protect communities across Atlantic Canada. You will gain hands-on field experience, travel frequently, and develop strong field, reporting, and coordination skills.

The role emphasizes site health and safety, data collection, and documentation, with opportunities to grow through professional certifications and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Diploma in environmental sciences or related technical discipline.
• Positive, proactive attitude with willingness to learn and work independently.
• Strong awareness of health and safety principles.
• Clear, accurate documentation skills and strong attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license and comfort with frequent travel.
• Eligibility for professional certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and follow site-specific Health & Safety Plans to reduce or eliminate risk.
• Identify and report hazards, near-loss events, and loss incidents.
• Collect soil and groundwater samples and maintain precise field notes.
• Conduct field programs including groundwater monitoring, soil vapour sampling, test pits, hand augering, drilling oversight, and related activities under supervision.
• Support office tasks such as data entry, preparing documentation, coordinating equipment and subcontractors, and contributing to report preparation.
• Maintain project documentation and manage field records with accuracy.
• Carry out tasks in alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Travel across Atlantic Canada — and occasionally beyond — for multi-day field assignments.

Skills

Health & Safety awareness

Documentation skills

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Willingness to travel

Education

Diploma in environmental sciences or related technical discipline

Job description

What if you could redefine what’s possible?

With us, you can.
You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.
We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Build the Future With Us – Join our Remediation team in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, where you will support environmental field programs that help protect communities across Atlantic Canada.
This opportunity offers hands‑on experience, frequent travel, and the chance to develop strong field, reporting, and project coordination skills.

Your Impact

• Prepare and follow site‑specific Health & Safety Plans to reduce or eliminate risk.
• Identify and report hazards, near‑loss events, and loss incidents.
• Collect soil and groundwater samples and maintain precise field notes.
• Conduct field programs including groundwater monitoring, soil vapour sampling, test pits, hand augering, drilling oversight, and related activities under supervision.
• Support office tasks such as data entry, preparing documentation, coordinating equipment and subcontractors, and contributing to report preparation.
• Maintain project documentation and manage field records with accuracy.
• Carry out tasks in alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Travel across Atlantic Canada — and occasionally beyond — for multi‑day field assignments.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Diploma in environmental sciences or related technical discipline.
• Positive, proactive attitude with willingness to learn and work independently.
• Strong awareness of health and safety principles.
• Clear, accurate documentation skills and strong attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license and comfort with frequent travel.
• Eligibility for professional certification is an asset.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition – because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $48,700 – $65,500

MB & ON: $44,500 – $62,100

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $44,000 – $59,300

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

Ready to Shape the Future?

Be part of a team that protects our environment, supports sustainable communities, and helps build a cleaner, safer tomorrow.

About Us

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.
It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.
As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.
At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.
Join us.
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .
Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .