Junior Hazardous Materials Professional - AB

WSP; Calgary, Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Junior Hazardous Materials Professional in Calgary or Edmonton! This role offers the chance to dive into hazardous materials assessment and remediation services, playing a crucial part in ensuring safety and compliance. With a commitment to inclusion and a flexible work policy, you will thrive in a collaborative environment where your contributions truly matter. If you are passionate about occupational health and safety and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow your career in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Comprehensive Benefits

Virtual Healthcare

Wellness Platform

Savings Programs

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in health and safety/hazardous materials.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hazardous materials assessments and prepare reports.
• Assist with occupational hygiene projects under supervision.

Skills

Occupational Health and Safety

Hazardous Materials Assessment

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

WorkSafeBC Level S Surveyor Safety Training

Job description

Junior Hazardous Materials Professional - AB

Job Description

CALGARY OR EDMONTON

WSP has an opportunity for a junior level Hazardous Materials Professional to join our team to provide hazardous materials assessment and abatement / remediation services to our clients.

If you are interested in a career in occupational health and safety, have a strong interest in hazardous materials and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is for you.

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.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs.

What you can expect to do here:

Reporting to the Occupational Hygiene and Safety Group Manager, your responsibilities may include but won’t necessarily be limited to:

• Visually assessing buildings for various hazardous materials including asbestos, lead, PCBs, mercury components, ozone-depleting substances, and suspect visible microbial growth.
• Preparing hazardous materials building materials assessment reports.
• Developing hazardous materials management plans, safe work procedures, abatement specifications, and exposure control plans.
• Conducting hazardous materials condition assessments.
• Conducting hazardous material abatement/remediation inspections and air monitoring and preparing daily reports / project completion reports.
• Assisting with completion of other occupational hygiene projects, under the supervision and direction of a Certified Industrial Hygienist.
• Assisting clients with asset assessments, data management and compliance issues related to regulated materials.

This position requires local and regional travel and regular out-of-town assignments up to two weeks in duration. Assignments will at times be in remote areas and under physically demanding conditions.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Occupational Health and Safety or Environmental diploma / certificate / degree an asset.
• 1 to 2 years’ experience in health and safety / hazardous materials required.
• Hazardous materials training. WorkSafeBC Level S Surveyor Safety Training Certificate required.
• Experience in the consulting industry an asset.
• Unrestricted Class 5 Driver’s License valid in Alberta, personal vehicle and a good driving record (drivers abstract required).
• Enthusiasm and commitment to technical excellence.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt and work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Flexibility with respect to remote work and travel.
• Willing and able to work rotational shifts, including being away from home for up to two weeks at a time.

Job Info

• Job Identification 65726
• Locations 237 - 4th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 4K3, CA 10909 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB, T5J 3L9, CA
• Posting Date 01/29/2025, 08:37 PM

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation.
• We are locally dedicated with international scale.
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo.
• We foster collaboration in everything we do.
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable.

Please Note: Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. It is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times.

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.